The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

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All-inclusive venue

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000 for off-peak dates, and $25,000 for peak dates

Packages

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

A sophisticated retreat awaits at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North. With captivating designs, indulgent amenities, and beautiful natural light pouring in at every turn, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North exudes luxury and comfort like you've never experienced before. Positioned in the vibrant crossroads of Chicago's River North neighborhood, guests are moments away from countless premier attractions.

Seated guest capacity

  • 50-200

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Venue setting

  • Indoor
505 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654

Our event spaces

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Gallery Ballroom

Situated in the bustling Chicago neighborhood of River North.

The Gallery Ballroom features natural light and sparkling chandeliers. A unique feature is the outdoor terrace, a perfect cityscape backdrop for photos.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 230 Standing

Square footage

2,400

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”

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North packages

The Davinci

Description

Cocktail Hour - One Hour Classic Bar / Four Butler Passed Hors D' oeuvres / Champagne Toast / Three Course Plated Dinner - Soup or Salad / Chicken, Fish & Vegetarian Entree/ Custom Wedding Cake by ECBG/ House Wine Service / Reception- Three-hour Classic Bar 185.00 Per Person

What’s included
  • Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
  • Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
  • Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents

The Rembrandt

Description

Cocktail Hour - One Hour Superior Bar / Signature Cocktail / Four Butler Passed Hors D' oeuvres / The Dinner - Champagne Toast / Three Course Plated Dinner - Soup or Salad / Chicken, Fish, Beef or Vegetarian Entree (2 Protein Selections) Custom Wedding Cake by ECBG/ House Wine Service / The Reception- Three-hour Superior Bar / 225.00 Per Person

What’s included
  • Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
  • Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
  • Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents

The Monet

Description

The Cocktail Hour - One Hour Luxury Bar / Signature Cocktail/ Five Butler Passes Hors d' oeuvres The Dinner- Three Course Plated Dinner/ Soup or Salad / Chicken, Fish, Beef, & Vegetarian Entree/ Upgraded Custom Wedding Cake by ECBG / Upgraded Wine Service The Reception- Four Hours Luxury Bar Late Night Bites 262.00 Per Person

What’s included
  • Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
  • Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
  • Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents

Friday & Sunday Weddings

Description

Additional Incentives for Friday or Sunday Wedding Include - 10% off Published Wedding Packages / 30 minutes of Additional Bar Service / Two Nights Complimentary in a One Bedroom Suite/ 10,000 Travel Pass Bonus Points (Value of wedding must be at least 10,000 ++)

What’s included
  • Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
  • Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
  • Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents

Available services that can be provided by The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North

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

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Valet - paid

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Sound / AV

The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North menu options

$48-80 per guest

Late Night Bites Menu

Individual Connies Deep Dish Pizza/ CBR Sliders / Mini Chicago Style Hot Dogs / Mini Nashville Chicken N Waffles/ Mini Churros in Abuelita Chocolate * PRICING IS PER DOZEN*

    $185-262 per guest

    Entrees Menu

    Pea Risotto / Pasta Alla Norma (Eggplant Pasta) / Pan Seared Artic Char/ Pan Seared Halibut / Maple Glazed Salmon / Lemon Pepper Spiced Grain Fed Chicken Breast/ Pan Roasted Chicken Breast / Dijon Mustard & Tarragon Glazed Grain Fed Chicken Breast / Sweet Onion Braised Short Rib/ Filet Mignon * Pricing listed includes - Hor d oeuvres Choice of Soup or Salad / Bar Package/ Champagne Toast/ Wine Service/ Custom Wedding Cake

      Starts at $185 per guest

      The Davinci

      Cocktail Hour - One Hour Classic Bar/ Four Butler Passed Hors D' oeuvres /Champagne Toast / Three Course Plated Dinner / Soup or Salad Chicken, Fish & Vegetarian Entree /Custom Wedding Cake by ECBG / House Wine Service Reception/ Three-hour Classic Bar

      • Wedding cake
      • Seated dinner
      Starts at $225 per guest

      The Rembrandt

      Cocktail Hour - One Hour Superior Bar / Signature Cocktail / Four Butler Passed Hors D' oeuvres / Champagne Toast / Three Course Plated Dinner /Soup or Salad / Chicken, Fish, Beef or Vegetarian Entree (2 Protein Selections) / Custom Wedding Cake by ECBG / House Wine Service / The Reception- Three-hour Superior Bar

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