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 $10,000 for off-peak dates, and $15,000 for peak dates
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 Terrace
The Penthouse Terrace offers stunning views of the Chicago river
Nestled high above Downtown Chicago, the Penthouse Terrace offers stunning views of the city skyline in a unique and intimate rooftop environment. At 1,660 square feet, this space is perfect for hosting smaller wedding ceremonies or cocktail receptions.
Guest capacity
Up to 120 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
1,660
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Grand Ballroom
We can create a customized ice luge with your initials
Step into the luxurious Grand Ballroom, a stunning venue that boasts 4,361 square feet of sophisticated elegance. With a spacious layout and flexible configurations, this venue can accommodate up to 120 guests, reception-style, or be divided into four different spaces for a more intimate celebration.
Guest capacity
Up to 180 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
4,361
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Penthouse Ballroom
Create memories that will last a lifetime at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Host your unforgettable wedding at the Penthouse Ballroom, located high above the bustling streets with stunning floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of Downtown Chicago. Boasting 2,085 square feet, this venue can accommodate up to 120 guests.
Guest capacity
Up to 120 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
2,085
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Penthouse Terrace
The Penthouse Terrace offers stunning views of the Chicago river
Nestled high above Downtown Chicago, the Penthouse Terrace offers stunning views of the city skyline in a unique and intimate rooftop environment. At 1,660 square feet, this space is perfect for hosting smaller wedding ceremonies or cocktail receptions.
Guest capacity
Up to 120 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
1,660
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Grand Ballroom
We can create a customized ice luge with your initials
Step into the luxurious Grand Ballroom, a stunning venue that boasts 4,361 square feet of sophisticated elegance. With a spacious layout and flexible configurations, this venue can accommodate up to 120 guests, reception-style, or be divided into four different spaces for a more intimate celebration.
Guest capacity
Up to 180 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
4,361
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Penthouse Ballroom
Create memories that will last a lifetime at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Host your unforgettable wedding at the Penthouse Ballroom, located high above the bustling streets with stunning floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of Downtown Chicago. Boasting 2,085 square feet, this venue can accommodate up to 120 guests.
Guest capacity
Up to 120 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
2,085
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement
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
Reviews
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1 review
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Sarah D.
Perfect Wedding Venue
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.
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