Honeymoon stays at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk: what to expect
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is a large, family-friendly downtown hotel on the Chicago Riverwalk offering river and city views, many room types (including Traditional Room, Deluxe Room, and multiple suites), on-site dining, a 7th-floor indoor heated pool, and a two-story fitness center. Expect convention-scale event space, paid on-site parking and a daily destination fee that bundles some in-room and guest perks.
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Location & setting
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk sits directly on the Chicago Riverwalk at 301 E North Water St in the River North / Streeterville area, placing Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, and river architecture tours within easy walking distance.
The hotel provides direct access to the riverside promenades and nearby downtown landmarks; Navy Pier is about a 14-minute walk and the Magnificent Mile roughly 5–7 minutes on foot.
- Address: 301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL 60611
- On-site access to the Chicago Riverwalk
- Walking access to Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue, and riverboat tours
| Nearby place | Typical walk time |
|---|---|
| Chicago Riverwalk | Outside the hotel |
| Magnificent Mile (Michigan Ave) | 5–7 minutes |
| Navy Pier | About 14 minutes |
Rooms and honeymoon-friendly suites
Room choices range from Traditional Room and several Deluxe Room variants to multiple one-bedroom and larger suites. Exact room names include Traditional Room, Deluxe Room, Deluxe Room, River View, Deluxe Room, Lake View, Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom suites (Ambassador, Burnham, Governor, Ogden, Illinois), Executive Suite, and Presidential Suite among others.
Couples often prefer a River View or Lake View room for skyline or water views, or choose one-bedroom suites for separate living and sleeping areas when available.
- Traditional Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds)
- Deluxe Room, River View (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds)
- Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Skyline View) (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
- Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View (Ambassador) (1 King Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed)
| Room type | Why honeymooners might like it |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room, River View | Direct river/skyline views for room-service breakfasts or evening city lights |
| Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Skyline View) | Separate living area plus sofa bed for extra space |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Club Lounge Access, Lake View (High Floor, Illinois) | Club access and lake views on higher floors |
Dining for two
The hotel has multiple on-site dining options that suit different moods: Shula's Steak House for an evening steak or seafood dinner (smart casual), Riverside Café for breakfast and weekend brunch with river views, Link Café for quick coffee and light bites, CHI Bar for cocktails, and the seasonal Chicago Burger Company on the Riverwalk.
Shula's Steak House operates in the evening (served 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. per the hotel's dining information) and Riverside Café serves breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch on specified hours.
- Shula's Steak House — dinner 5:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; smart casual dress code
- Riverside Café — breakfast, lunch & weekend brunch (hours vary by day)
- Link Café — Starbucks® drinks and grab-and-go items (6:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
- CHI Bar — cocktails (closed Mon & Sun; Tue–Sat 4:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.)
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Shula's Steak House | Dinner |
| Riverside Café | Breakfast/Brunch |
| Chicago Burger Company (seasonal) | Lunch/Dinner on the Riverwalk |
Hotel amenities useful for honeymooners
The property has a year-round indoor heated pool on the 7th floor with oversized windows overlooking downtown and Lake Michigan, and a complimentary two-story Sheraton Fitness Center with Peloton bikes, Life Fitness equipment and a dry sauna.
There is no dedicated named spa on-site, though massage services are available for an extra charge.
- Indoor heated pool (7th floor) — open daily (pool hours listed by the hotel; confirm at booking)
- Sheraton Fitness Center — two-story, complimentary, 24-hour access reported
- Massage therapy — available for a surcharge (no branded spa facility)
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool | 7th floor; towels provided; open year-round |
| Fitness center | Two-story; Peloton bikes and weights; reported 24-hour access |
| Spa services | Massage available for a fee; no dedicated named spa facility |
Fees, policies & practical details
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon); guests must be 21 or older to check in and present photo ID and a credit card. A daily destination fee applies and bundles certain guest perks.
On-site parking (self and valet) carries additional daily charges, and pets are allowed under the property's pet policy (up to 2 pets per room, 75 lbs max) though specific pet fees may vary.
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (valid photo ID and credit card required)
- Daily destination fee applies (includes some bundled items — confirm details at booking)
- On-site self-parking and valet available for an extra daily cost
- Pets: up to 2 pets per room, limit 75 lbs each; fee policy may vary
| Policy | Key point |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM (noon) |
| Minimum age | 21 to check in |
| Destination & parking fees | Daily destination fee plus paid parking options |
Events, weddings and celebrations
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk has extensive meeting and event space (over 120,000 sq ft across many rooms) including the Sheraton Chicago Ballroom and the Chicago Ballroom, which are commonly used for large weddings and receptions.
Wedding services and packages are available; the property can host small and very large events, and offers indoor and limited outdoor ceremony space.
- Sheraton Chicago Ballroom — largest hotel event space (capacity figures listed by the hotel)
- Chicago Ballroom — large customizable space with floor-to-ceiling windows along the Promenade
- Minimum group size for wedding/event bookings: 10 guests (per the hotel's event listings)
| Venue | Typical capacity notes |
|---|---|
| Sheraton Chicago Ballroom | Large ballroom; hotel lists high-capacity figures |
| Chicago Ballroom (Promenade) | Roughly 40,000 sq ft with river and skyline views |
| Riverwalk Promenade/Terrace | River-facing options for ceremonies and receptions |
What to plan for on a honeymoon stay
Decide whether river or lake views matter for your room choice (many Deluxe and Suite options include River View or Lake View in the room name). If you prefer quieter evenings, ask about room location relative to event spaces or the Riverwalk when booking.
Confirm fees and services before arrival — the destination fee, parking charges, and any pet or rollaway-bed fees can add significantly to the nightly rate. Also confirm pool and fitness hours if these are important to your plans.
- Ask for River View or Lake View rooms if skyline/water views matter
- Confirm destination fee inclusions and current parking/pet fees at booking
- Request rollaway beds or crib ahead (rollaway fee noted in hotel details)
| Tip | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Request view preference early | Higher-floor river or lake views can enhance evenings |
| Check included items in destination fee | Some in-room WiFi and small perks may be bundled |
| Confirm dining hours and seasonal outlets | Chicago Burger Company is seasonal and may be closed depending on travel dates |
