
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Best for large groups, conventions, and families who want extensive meeting space and straightforward riverwalk access.
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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is a large, convention-oriented Marriott on the Chicago Riverwalk that suits business groups, weddings, and families. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection is an upscale riverfront lifestyle hotel with notable rooftop views — read this if you care about rooftop atmosphere and a smaller, design-forward downtown stay.
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Best for large groups, conventions, and families who want extensive meeting space and straightforward riverwalk access.

Best for couples and leisure travelers who prioritize skyline and river views plus a lively rooftop scene.
When Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk wins: Choose Sheraton Grand if you need large meeting and ballroom capacity, many rooms, an indoor heated pool, or family-friendly services for kids and pets.
When LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection wins: Pick LondonHouse if you want a more intimate, upscale riverfront stay with a strong rooftop/bar program and designer-leaning guest rooms in the heart of downtown.
Bottom line: Both hotels sit on the Chicago River and put you close to the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park; pick Sheraton Grand for scale, event capability, and family needs, and LondonHouse for a smaller, design-focused downtown experience with rooftop appeal.
| Category | Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk | LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, convention-oriented full-service hotel | Upscale riverfront lifestyle hotel with rooftop focus |
| Location | Directly on the Chicago Riverwalk in Streeterville/River North (301 E North Water St) | |
| Size (rooms/floors) | About 1,218 rooms across 34 floors | 452 guestrooms |
| Adult / family policy | All ages welcome; families and conventions catered to (minimum check-in age 21) | |
| Pools | Indoor heated pool on 7th floor with city/Lake Michigan views | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets including Shula’s Steak House, Riverside Café, CHI Bar, Link Café, seasonal Chicago Burger Company | Two restaurants and two bars; Bridges is an on-site American restaurant and rooftop bars are a highlight |
| Spa / wellness | Fitness center (two-story) with Peloton bikes and dry sauna; massage services available but no named full spa | Full-service spa on site with treatment rooms and massages (supplier listing includes full-service spa and spa treatment room(s)) |
| Known for | Large meeting and ballroom inventory and direct Riverwalk access | River and skyline views plus a rooftop scene |
| Event space | Extensive — roughly 120,000–125,000 sq ft of meeting space with ballrooms that host large weddings and conventions | Conference space ~25,000 sq ft (2323 m²) |
| Pet policy | Pet-friendly (up to 2 pets per room, max 75 lbs each; fee policy may vary) | Not published |
Sheraton Grand sits directly on the Chicago Riverwalk in Streeterville/River North, putting river architecture tours and the Magnificent Mile within easy walking reach.
Sheraton Grand is a practical downtown base if you want immediate Riverwalk access and proximity to major tourist routes.
LondonHouse occupies a prime riverfront parcel near Michigan Avenue with rooftop views over the river and city.
LondonHouse is an excellent choice for travelers focused on downtown atmosphere, river and skyline vistas, and being close to the Magnificent Mile.
Sheraton Grand is a high-capacity hotel with a broad range of room types and multiple club-level options.
Choose Sheraton Grand for space options, views across room categories, and club-level amenities for business travelers.
LondonHouse has a smaller room inventory focused on upscale styling and city views.
LondonHouse offers fewer rooms and a more intimate feel, with an emphasis on river/skyline outlooks and upscale finishes.
Sheraton Grand covers the spectrum from quick coffee to fine dining and casual riverwalk options.
Sheraton Grand is strong on variety and reliable full-service dining for families, groups, and business meals.
LondonHouse highlights river-facing restaurants and bars and a notable rooftop program.
LondonHouse is geared toward travelers who prioritize rooftop drinks and scenic dining rather than a wide variety of casual outlets.
Sheraton Grand offers year-round indoor pool access plus a large complimentary fitness center.
Sheraton Grand is the practical choice if an indoor pool and a substantial fitness facility matter to your stay.
LondonHouse focuses on rooftop terraces and full-service spa amenities per supplier information.
LondonHouse’s rooftop spaces and on-site spa (per supplier listing) are its signature leisure draws.
Sheraton Grand combines a well-equipped gym with casual evening bars and nearby nightlife along the river.
Sheraton Grand works well for guests who want robust fitness facilities and convenient but understated evening options.
LondonHouse’s evening appeal centers on rooftop bars and river-view lounges.
LondonHouse is the better pick for travelers who put nightlife and rooftop atmosphere high on the priority list.

Sheraton Grand — massive meeting and ballroom inventory (over 120,000 sq ft) and 1,218 rooms for big groups.

LondonHouse — known for rooftop terraces and river-facing bars that attract a downtown crowd.

Sheraton Grand — indoor heated pool with city and lake views plus a two-story fitness center with Peloton bikes.

LondonHouse — smaller guestroom count and upscale, lifestyle positioning for a more intimate downtown feel.
Sheraton Grand — it has significantly more meeting and ballroom space and well over 1,000 rooms for attendees.
LondonHouse — the supplier listing and public reputation highlight rooftop terraces and bars as a key feature.
Sheraton Grand has a year-round indoor heated pool; LondonHouse's supplier listing does not publish a pool, so assume Sheraton is the pool option.
No. Both properties are open to all ages; LondonHouse is listed as not adults-only and Sheraton Grand is family-friendly.
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