The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North
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 130 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.
Our event spaces
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”
Canvas
Canvas provides a more relaxed yet chic vibe for guests looking for something less traditional but still memorable.
Canvas features over 1100 sq ft of event space which can be combined with our restaurant, CBR, and the bar to create over 3600 sq ft of event space. This space is ideal for engagement parties, luncheons, dinners, and wedding showers
Guest capacity
Up to 70 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
1,150
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
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”
Canvas
Canvas provides a more relaxed yet chic vibe for guests looking for something less traditional but still memorable.
Canvas features over 1100 sq ft of event space which can be combined with our restaurant, CBR, and the bar to create over 3600 sq ft of event space. This space is ideal for engagement parties, luncheons, dinners, and wedding showers
Guest capacity
Up to 70 Seated
Up to 120 Standing
Square footage
1,150
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North packages
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 185.00 Per Person
- Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
- Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
- Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents
The Rembrandt
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
- Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
- Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
- Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents
The Monet
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
- Ivory Bichon Linen, Ivory Napkins, Votive Candles
- Complimentary Suite for Bride and Groom
- Two Upgrades to Junior Suites for Couples Parents
Friday & Sunday Weddings
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 ++)
- 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
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