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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

301 East North Water Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60611
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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is centrally located to iconic experiences that make Chicago a one-of-a kind destination. The well-known hotel offers smart meeting space designs with easy to navigate stacked floors, natural light and abundant views of Chicago featuring the largest ballroom in the city (40,000 Sq. Ft.). Waterfront access and unique outdoor spaces stand out with the hotel sitting directly on the Chicago Riverwalk, recently transformed into a destination to taste, play and relax. The hotel team works to simplify interactions, exceed expectations and deliver seamless services to a wide range of clientele. Group customers are true business partners enjoying events where inspiration abounds and grand ideas are born. Welcome to Chicago!

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandSheraton
Built1992
Renovated2023
Total meeting space125,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,218
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
Top 100 CVENT Meeting Hotels 2019

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key Global Eco-Rating
Sustainability level: 4 Green Keys

Certification body: Green Key Global

Issued: 11/15/2024 Expires: 11/15/2027

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Nov 22, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025
Dec 3, 2025 - Jan 15, 2026
Jan 18, 2026 - Feb 24, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
Mar 11, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026
May 8, 2026 - May 11, 2026
May 20, 2026 - May 27, 2026
Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Aug 5, 2026 - Aug 6, 2026
Aug 9, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
Sep 6, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Jun 01 - Jun 30Sep 09 - Oct 28
Shoulder season
Apr 01 - May 31Oct 31 - Dec 15Jul 01 - Sep 08
Low season
Dec 16 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
125,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
40,000 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
43
Second largest room
35,001 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
35,000 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available

Floor Plans

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Sheraton Ballroom (1 - 5) Download PDF
Sheraton Ballroom (1 - 5)
Fountainview Download PDF
Fountainview
Columbus B Download PDF
Columbus B
Illinois Boardroom Download PDF
Illinois Boardroom
Sheraton Ballroom 1 & 2 Download PDF
Sheraton Ballroom 1 & 2
Chicago Ballroom 8 Download PDF
Chicago Ballroom 8

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
1,218
Single (1 bed)
492
Single (1 bed) rate
$119.00 - $399.00
Double (2 beds)
669
Double (2 beds) rate
$119.00 - $399.00
Suites
57
Tax rate
17.4%

Location

Getting Here

- Steps from Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, the Art Institute, Millennium Park, & the Chicago Theater District - Located on the Chicago Riverwalk - Streeterville Neighborhood Rated Best in Chicago via Walksense.com - Over 160 Bars & Restaurants within walking distance; 24 Michelin Rated Restaurants in Chicago
Distance from airport 12.5 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $68.00/day )
Street parking

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Field Museum
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Wrigley Field
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The Art Institute of Chicago
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Soldier Field
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Recreation
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Michigan Avenue Shopping
Michigan Avenue Shopping
Shopping
2 blks
Known as 'One of the Great Avenues of the World', this beautiful shopping district offers world class shopping, dining and entertainment. Just steps from the hotel's front door.
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Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Navy Pier
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Recreation
5 blks
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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received within a 72 hour window prior to arrival will be charged a 100% forfeiture amount. There may be additional applicable charges and taxes.

Additional details

Fast Facts: - 1218 Guestrooms - 57 Suites - 667 Double/Doubles, 494 Kings - 125,000 sq. ft. of stacked meeting space overlooking the Chicago River - Largest Ballroom in Chicago 40,000 Sq. Ft. - Exhibit Hall featuring 35,000 Sq. Ft. located on the Riverwalk Esplanade level - Outdoor event spaces & boat docking capability - Sheraton Club Lounge - Sheraton Fitness Featuring Indoor Pool & Sauna - FedEx Office Business Center - Onsite Food & Beverage Venues - Full Service Concierge - Marriott Bonvoy Rewards - Please see our catering menus here: https://mi.bookmarriott.com/e-menus/26394/view

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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Aluminum,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil,Food Packaging

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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