What's included with your room and what costs extra
Rooms at Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown include standard in-room furnishings (bed, TV, desk, toiletries) and basic Wi‑Fi, but a mandatory daily Destination Fee of $32 applies and covers specific services (see below). Many hotel services — valet parking, event space rental, pets (fee), upgraded Wi‑Fi or room service extras — cost extra.
In this guide
- What the room rate generally includes
- Mandatory Destination Fee (what it covers)
- Food, drinks and in‑room dining — what costs extra
- Parking, transfers and transportation costs
- Pets, incidental deposits and other possible charges
- Meeting rooms, events and wedding costs
- What the hotel does not include or does not have
What the room rate generally includes
Your paid room rate covers the guest room itself (furnished with bed(s), seating, TV and standard in-room amenities) and access to 24-hour front desk and concierge services.
The hotel's mandatory Destination Fee (charged daily) provides several specific benefits listed separately below — the fee is not optional and is distinct from the base room rate.
- Standard in-room furnishings and toiletries
- 24-hour front desk and concierge
- Basic Wi‑Fi for unlimited devices (provided via the Destination Fee)
- Two complimentary bottled waters on arrival (included in the Destination Fee)
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Basic Wi‑Fi | Included via the Destination Fee for unlimited devices |
| Fitness center access | Included via the Destination Fee (24/7 gym with cardio, strength equipment and a Peloton) |
| Arrival bottled water | Two bottles provided as part of the Destination Fee |
Mandatory Destination Fee (what it covers)
Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown charges a mandatory daily Destination Fee of $32. That fee is separate from your nightly room rate and is collected at booking or at check-in depending on the reservation.
The Destination Fee specifically includes fitness center access, basic Wi‑Fi for unlimited devices, two arrival waters and a $10 food & beverage credit to use at Hoyt's Chicago.
- $32 per day mandatory Destination Fee
- Includes 24/7 fitness center access
- Includes basic Wi‑Fi for unlimited devices
- Includes two arrival bottled waters
- Includes $10 Hoyt's food & beverage credit
| Fee | Included with fee |
|---|---|
| Destination Fee — $32/day | Fitness center, basic Wi‑Fi, 2 waters, $10 Hoyt's credit |
| Government Rate | May include a waiver of the Destination Fee (per hotel policy) |
Food, drinks and in‑room dining — what costs extra
Hoyt's Chicago is the hotel's on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; meals and drinks are not included in the room rate except for the $10 daily Hoyt's credit from the Destination Fee.
In-room dining (delivery from Hoyt's Chicago) is available from 6:30 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.; food, beverages and any room-delivery charges beyond the credit are billed to the guest and are extra.
- Hoyt's Chicago hours: Breakfast 6:30–11:00 AM daily; Lunch 11:00 AM (closes earlier Sun–Thu); Dinner from 4:00 PM (hours vary on weekends).
- Bar service hours vary; late-night bar hours run later on Fridays and Saturdays.
- In-room dining (Hoyt's delivery) runs 6:30 AM–11:00 PM — ordered items and any delivery or service charges are extra beyond the $10 credit.
| Service | Included or Extra |
|---|---|
| Hoyt's Chicago meals | Extra (subject to $10/day credit from Destination Fee) |
| In-room dining (Hoyt's delivery) | Extra (available 6:30 AM–11:00 PM) |
| Alcohol & specialty cocktails | Extra (bar prices apply; Market Place bar operates separate hours) |
Parking, transfers and transportation costs
Valet parking and event parking are charged separately from your room rate. The hotel lists an overnight valet fee (with limited in/out privileges) and tiered short-term pricing in some sources; policies and exact amounts can vary by date.
The hotel does not provide airport shuttle service. Public transit (CTA) stations and Millennium Station are within walking distance and are separate-cost transportation options.
- Valet parking: hotel lists overnight and tiered short-term pricing (examples exist in third-party listings); event parking is separately listed (e.g., $35 for some events).
- Self-parking: off-site garages nearby offer discounted rates with a QR code at check-in (third-party rates vary).
- No airport shuttle: use CTA trains, rideshare, taxi or paid private transfer
| Service | Typical extra cost (varies) |
|---|---|
| Valet parking (hotel) | Tiered fees or overnight rate; varies by length of stay |
| Self-parking (off-site garages) | Discounted nightly rates available via QR code at check-in |
| Airport shuttle | None (no hotel shuttle) — use public transit or paid transfer |
Pets, incidental deposits and other possible charges
The hotel is pet-friendly but charges a non-refundable pet fee per stay. Service animals are exempt from the fee.
The hotel may place a refundable incidental/damage hold on a credit card at arrival; the exact amount and return timeline are determined by the hotel's policy and your payment method.
- Pet fee: non-refundable $100 per stay (up to two pets per suite) — service animals exempt
- Incidental/damage deposit: refundable hold may be placed on a credit card at arrival (amount and return timeframe vary)
- The hotel accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
| Item | Charge type |
|---|---|
| Pet fee | $100 non-refundable per stay (per hotel policy) |
| Incidentals hold | Refundable credit-card hold (amount varies) |
| Payment methods | Major credit cards accepted; cash not accepted |
Meeting rooms, events and wedding costs
Event and meeting spaces (Grand Ballroom, Penthouse Ballroom, smaller meeting rooms) are available for rental and are billed separately from guest rooms. Rental fees and catering are extra.
Capacities and spaces are listed by the hotel (for example, Penthouse Ballroom square footage and capacities) but specific rental rates, audiovisual or catering charges should be requested from the hotel's events or sales team.
- Grand Ballroom and Penthouse Ballroom have stated capacities and square footage but rental/catering fees are extra
- Event services such as catering, AV, room setup and outdoor terrace use carry additional charges
- Contact the hotel's events team or your BookResorts agent for up-to-date rental and catering pricing
| Space | What to expect to pay extra for |
|---|---|
| Penthouse Ballroom / Terrace | Room rental, catering, AV, staffing and terrace usage fees |
| Grand Ballroom | Room rental, catering, AV, pre-function setup |
| Smaller meeting rooms | Room rental and any A/V or catering needs |
What the hotel does not include or does not have
Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown does not have an on-site swimming pool and there is no spa listed for this property; guests can use the 24/7 fitness center or the Chicago Riverwalk for outdoor exercise.
Because some services and benefits are provided via the mandatory Destination Fee, check your reservation and folio to confirm which items are prepaid and which will appear as separate charges.
- No on-site pool
- No verified on-site spa services available
- Many services (parking, pet fees, event rentals, meals beyond the Hoyt's credit) are extra
| Service | Availability |
|---|---|
| Swimming pool | Not available on-site |
| Spa treatments | No spa listed for this property |
| Fitness center | Available 24/7 (included via Destination Fee) |
