
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Best for groups, conferences, weddings and families who need large meeting space and multiple on-site dining options.
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Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is a large, Riverwalk-facing convention and family-friendly hotel for travelers who want active downtown access and big meeting space. The Langham, Chicago is an ultra-luxury riverfront high-rise for guests seeking a quieter, refined stay with a full-service spa and Michelin-style dining.
Updated · about 0.1 mi apart

Best for groups, conferences, weddings and families who need large meeting space and multiple on-site dining options.

Best for couples or leisure travelers who prefer a quieter, service-forward luxury stay with an on-site spa and refined restaurant.
When Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk wins: choose the Sheraton if you need large-capacity event or wedding space, many on-site dining choices, easy access to the Riverwalk and family-friendly amenities.
When The Langham, Chicago wins: choose The Langham if you want an ultra-luxury high-rise experience, a dedicated full-service spa, smaller quieter public spaces and a prominent fine-dining restaurant.
Bottom line: both hotels sit on the Chicago River and put you a short walk from the Magnificent Mile and downtown sights; pick Sheraton for scale, meetings and a livelier, family-oriented stay, or The Langham for a quieter, higher-end hotel experience.
| Category | Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk | The Langham, Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Busy, convention-oriented, active public spaces | Quiet, refined ultra-luxury high-rise |
| Location | Directly on the Chicago Riverwalk (Streeterville/River North) | |
| Size | Large — 1,218 rooms across 34 floors | Mid-size for luxury — 316 rooms (individually decorated) |
| Who it's for / ages | Family-friendly; kids welcome (up to 2 children 17 & under stay free on existing bedding) | All-ages luxury (not adults-only) |
| Pools | One indoor heated pool (7th floor) with city/Lake Michigan views | One indoor pool listed on supplier facts |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets (Shula's Steak House, Riverside Café, CHI Bar, Link Café, seasonal Chicago Burger Company) | One main restaurant (Travelle) plus a bar/lounge and room service |
| Spa & wellness | No dedicated branded spa; massage services available for a fee; two-story fitness center with Peloton bikes and dry sauna | Full-service spa on site with treatment rooms, plus a health club |
| Meeting & events | Extensive — roughly 120k–125k sq ft and many ballrooms (largest venues in-city scale) | About 15 meeting rooms and ~15,000 sq ft of meeting space |
| Known for | Large-scale events, direct Riverwalk access and family conveniences | Serene, service-driven luxury and refined dining |
| Walkable to major sights | Yes — Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park, river architecture tours within short walks | |
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk sits directly on the Chicago Riverwalk in the Streeterville/River North area.
Best if you want immediate Riverwalk access and proximity to major downtown attractions.
The Langham, Chicago is a riverfront high-rise located at 330 North Wabash Avenue, a short walk to Michigan Avenue.
Best if you want a quieter luxury address within a short walk of the Magnificent Mile and river attractions.
Sheraton Grand offers a very large selection of room types across 34 floors, including many river- and lake-view options and club-level rooms.
Choose Sheraton when you need many room choices, family or group-friendly configurations, or club-level amenities.
The Langham lists 316 individually decorated guestrooms and a selection of suites, including river- and lake-view club suites.
Choose The Langham for smaller-scale, individually styled rooms and a higher-touch luxury room experience.
Sheraton Grand offers multiple on-site dining options from casual to steakhouse, including seasonal riverwalk dining.
Choose Sheraton for variety and family- or group-friendly dining options without leaving the property.
The Langham focuses on a refined restaurant experience and quieter dining service.
Choose The Langham if you prefer a high-end dining experience and quieter restaurant spaces.
Sheraton Grand has a single indoor heated pool with city and lake views and a two-story fitness center.
Choose Sheraton if an accessible indoor pool plus a large, well-equipped gym are priorities.
The Langham lists an indoor pool and highlights a full-service spa and health club for wellness-focused stays.
Choose The Langham for an integrated spa program and a quieter wellness focus.
Sheraton Grand mixes a 24-hour fitness facility with casual bars and a lively lobby bar for evenings.
Choose Sheraton for round-the-clock fitness access and casual bar options for social evenings.
The Langham emphasizes a calmer evening atmosphere and on-site spa-based wellness.
Choose The Langham for relaxed evenings, spa appointments and a focus on personalized service.

Sheraton — massive event & ballroom inventory and room inventory to host large groups or conferences.

The Langham — smaller, service-focused property with a dedicated full-service spa and refined dining.

Sheraton — family-friendly policies, many room choices and casual dining options for all ages.

The Langham — on-site full-service spa, a calm high-rise setting and fewer public crowds.
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk — it has far more event space, larger ballrooms and a much bigger room inventory to host groups.
The Langham, Chicago has a full-service spa; Sheraton Grand offers massage services but does not operate a dedicated branded spa.
Yes. Sheraton Grand is explicitly family-friendly with child policies and family dining options. The Langham is not adults-only and accepts families, but it presents a quieter luxury environment.
Both are within an easy walking distance to the Magnificent Mile and Millennium Park; The Langham is roughly a 4-minute walk to Michigan Avenue and Sheraton Grand is about a 5–7 minute walk.
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