The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown


All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 120 seated guests



About this venue

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is a hotel wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois. This property is only steps away from some of the city’s top attractions, including the famous Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park. Here, you will find spectacular views of the city skyline and the Chicago River from the Penthouse Ballroom. With refined function rooms and an expert events team, weddings held here are sure to be unforgettable.


Our event spaces

Penthouse Ballroom

An ice luge with your initials for your special event

The 39th Floor Penthouse Ballroom boasts 360-degree views of the Chicago skyline, the Chicago River, and a 1600 sq. ft. outdoor terrace

Guest capacity

38-160 Seated

Up to 180 Standing

Square footage

2,085

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Grand Ballroom

We can create a customized ice luge with your initials

The Grand Ballroom features over 4300 sq ft of elegantly appointed space.

Guest capacity

Up to 320 Seated

Up to 330 Standing

Square footage

4,361

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Penthouse Terrace

The Penthouse Terrace offers stunning views of the Chicago river

The Penthouse Ballroom features sweeping view of the Chicago skyline and direct views of the Chicago river.

Guest capacity

Up to 90 Seated

Up to 100 Standing

Square footage

1,660

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Penthouse Ballroom

An ice luge with your initials for your special event

The 39th Floor Penthouse Ballroom boasts 360-degree views of the Chicago skyline, the Chicago River, and a 1600 sq. ft. outdoor terrace

Guest capacity

38-160 Seated

Up to 180 Standing

Square footage

2,085

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”


Available services that can be provided by The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

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  • Perfect Wedding Venue

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    Sarah D.May 21

    The Royal Sonesta was the first venue we toured out of about four different places in a day and as soon as we walked through we knew that this was where we wanted to have our wedding. The spaces for the ceremony/cocktail hour/reception were perfect for our wedding of about 75 people. All on the penthouse floor, the views from the different areas give you basically a 360 view of the river and the rest of downtown Chicago but that is just the cherry on top. The team at the hotel is top notch and we couldn't have done it without Lauren. They went above and beyond anything that we contracted, providing 5 star service to not just us but every single guest that we had staying there. If we ever had a question, Lauren was there to answer it in a timely manner, making accommodations and concessions that made our stay and event memorable. If you are looking for a venue to host any event, not just a wedding, we would highly suggest reaching out and seeing for yourself why this is the perfect location with the most amazing services.