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Hotel 505 River North vs Loews Chicago Hotel

Hotel 505 River North is a 4.5-star River North property with 261 rooms, a 17th-floor heated indoor pool plus rooftop sun deck, and a modern American brasserie (CBR) — good for travelers who want a lively River North base with pool access. Loews Chicago Hotel is a modern 4.5-star upscale hotel near Streeterville and the river with about 400 rooms, appealing to guests who want a larger-brand downtown stay close to Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk.

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Hotel 505 River North

River North · 17th-floor pool & sundeck · Boutique-leaning 261 rooms

Best for families and guests who want an on-site pool complex (heated indoor pool, outdoor pool mentions, plus rooftop sun deck) and a compact, River North-focused stay.

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Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville · Larger 400 rooms · Conference & rooftop terrace

Best for travelers who want a larger upscale downtown hotel with significant meeting space, on-site restaurant and rooftop terrace near Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk.

Quick Verdict: Hotel 505 River North vs Loews Chicago Hotel

When Hotel 505 River North wins: choose Hotel 505 if you want a River North address, an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast through dinner (CBR), a heated indoor pool on the 17th floor with a rooftop sun deck, and a smaller-property feel (261 rooms) that works well for families and shorter downtown stays.

When Loews Chicago Hotel wins: pick Loews for a larger-brand upscale experience with extensive conference space, roughly 400 guestrooms, 24-hour business services, and a central location a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk — a good fit for meetings and guests who prioritize brand consistency and on-site event facilities.

Bottom line: both hotels provide modern downtown comfort and easy access to the Magnificent Mile and Riverwalk; pick Hotel 505 River North for pool-focused family stays and River North nightlife, or choose Loews Chicago Hotel for a larger upscale hotel with more meeting space and a rooftop terrace.

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Hotel 505 River North vs Loews Chicago Hotel – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Hotel 505 River North and Loews Chicago Hotel
CategoryHotel 505 River NorthLoews Chicago Hotel
Overall vibeRiver North, boutique-leaning 4.5-star with local-focused restaurant and pool complexModern 4.5-star upscale downtown hotel with larger-brand scale and conference facilities
Location505 N. State Street — River North, steps from State St, Magnificent Mile, Chicago Riverwalk455 North Park Drive — near Streeterville, a short walk to Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk
Size (guestrooms)261 rooms and suites400 guestrooms
Audience / agesAll ages welcome; family-friendly with kid-friendly shallow pool references
PoolsHeated indoor pool on 17th floor plus rooftop sun deck; some listings also note an outdoor poolWheelchair-accessible pool listed; specific pool type/details not published
Restaurants & barsCBR — modern American brasserie serving breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and happy hourOn-site restaurant and coffee shop/cafe; bar/lounge and limited-hours room service
Wellness / fitness24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes on the 17th floor (bundled into destination fee)Fitness facilities and 24-hour fitness center listed
Meetings & eventsAbout 8,000+ sq ft of meeting space across 10 rooms; ballroom and banquet hall availableConference space totaling 25,717 sq ft (2,389 m²) and ballroom/banquet facilities
Known forPool complex and River North location with CBR restaurantCentral downtown location, larger meeting capacity, rooftop terrace
Accessibility & family servicesWheelchair-accessible features, family-friendly policies, pet-friendly (dogs, fee applies)

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Location: River North (Hotel 505) vs Streeterville (Loews)

Hotel 505 River North – Location

Hotel 505 River North sits at 505 N. State Street in the River North neighborhood, within a short walk of the Magnificent Mile and Chicago Riverwalk.

  • About a 3–5 minute walk to Michigan Avenue and a 5–7 minute walk to the Chicago Riverwalk.
  • Easy access to CTA Red Line at Grand/State for transit around the city.
  • Close to River North galleries, nightlife, House of Blues and Marina City.

Choose Hotel 505 for being in the heart of River North and within very short walking distance to shopping and nightlife.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Location

Loews Chicago Hotel at 455 North Park Drive sits near Streeterville and the river, a short walk from Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk.

  • About 0.3–0.5 miles from Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park per supplier highlights.
  • Close walking distance to Riverwalk attractions and downtown shopping.
  • Rooftop terrace provides downtown views and a place to relax without leaving the property.

Choose Loews if you want a centrally located, larger downtown hotel with easy access to the Riverwalk and Magnificent Mile.

Rooms: Deluxe & Spa Suites vs Many room types

Hotel 505 River North – Rooms

Hotel 505 offers 261 individually decorated guestrooms and suites, including Spa Suites with jetted soaking tubs.

  • Room types include Deluxe Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds) and Deluxe Room, City View (1 King Bed).
  • Spa options are in-room (Junior Spa Suites, One-Bedroom Spa Suites, Luxury Spa Suites) rather than a standalone spa facility.
  • Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; the primary guest must be at least 21 and show photo ID and credit card.

Hotel 505 is a mid-size property with specific Spa Suites and in-room spa amenities for a more intimate stay.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Rooms

Loews has roughly 400 guestrooms across a wide range of room types and suites.

  • Room names on supplier listing include Superior Room, 1 King Bed; Premium Room, 1 King Bed; Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Corner; Junior Suite; Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View; Chicago Suite; Navy Pier Suite; and more.
  • Beds and accessibility options are listed for many room types (hearing/mobility accessible, roll-in shower options).
  • Rooms feature premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, complimentary wired and wireless internet, and designer toiletries.

Loews offers a larger selection of room types and suites, including corner and lake-view suites for more room-category options.

Dining & drinks: CBR vs Loews' on-site outlets

Hotel 505 River North – Dining & drinks

Hotel 505’s on-site restaurant CBR is positioned as a modern American brasserie and cocktail/whiskey bar.

  • CBR serves breakfast (Mon–Fri 7–11am), lunch (Mon–Fri 11am–2pm), weekend brunch, dinner and happy hour.
  • Reservations are recommended; CBR has a business-casual dress code.
  • CBR offers craft cocktails, spirit-free drinks and a whiskey selection; it also supports event catering.

If on-site modern American brasserie-style dining and a focused cocktail program matter, CBR at Hotel 505 delivers that River North restaurant experience.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Dining & drinks

Loews lists an on-site restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge, plus a snack bar/deli and limited room service hours.

  • The property offers to-go breakfast (fee applies) and at least one restaurant and one bar/lounge.
  • Bar/lounge and rooftop terrace are places to get drinks; a coffee shop/cafe is available for quick service.
  • Room service is operated during limited hours.

Loews provides full-service dining and a rooftop terrace for drinks, with the convenience of multiple on-site outlets and 24-hour business-center services.

Pools & rooftop: Hotel 505’s 17th-floor pool vs Loews’ pool listing

Hotel 505 River North – Pools & rooftop

Hotel 505 promotes a heated indoor pool on the 17th floor, a rooftop sun deck, and guest access to fitness facilities adjacent to the pool.

  • The indoor pool is heated and located with the 24-hour fitness center on floor 17.
  • The hotel also mentions a rooftop sun deck for use when weather allows.
  • Some third-party sites list both an indoor and an outdoor pool; the hotel’s current site emphasizes the heated indoor pool and rooftop sun deck.

Hotel 505 is the clearer pick for guests prioritizing an on-site heated pool and rooftop sun deck in River North.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Pools & rooftop

Loews’ supplier listing includes a wheelchair-accessible pool and a rooftop terrace, but detailed pool type/size is not published in the supplied listing.

  • A pool is listed among property amenities with accessibility features noted.
  • The hotel highlights a rooftop terrace as a guest amenity for views and relaxation.
  • Specifics such as indoor vs. outdoor year-round heated pool are not published in the supplier facts provided.

Loews lists pool access and a rooftop terrace, but pool details (indoor/outdoor, heating) aren’t published in the supplied facts.

Wellness, nightlife & extras: Fitness, meeting space and family services

Hotel 505 River North – Wellness, nightlife & extras

Hotel 505 includes a 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes, meeting/event space, pet-friendly policies and family-friendly services.

  • 24-hour fitness center on the 17th floor; Peloton bikes included in the destination fee.
  • More than 8,000 sq ft of event space across 10 rooms, plus a ballroom and banquet hall.
  • Dog-friendly policy (up to two dogs, fees apply) and children of all ages welcome.

Hotel 505 mixes fitness, family services and event facilities in a River North package with some bundled destination-fee amenities.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Wellness, nightlife & extras

Loews features a 24-hour business center, concierge services, extensive conference space and family services including babysitting (surcharge).

  • Conference/meeting facilities total 25,717 sq ft (2,389 m²) per supplier listing.
  • Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet in public areas, a 24-hour business center and concierge services.
  • Additional services listed include babysitting (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and multilingual staff.

Loews is better suited for larger meetings and business groups, with broad event services and a larger conference footprint.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families and pool access
Guest seated with a glass of wine by a fireplace at Hotel 505 River North

Hotel 505 River North

Heated 17th-floor indoor pool plus rooftop sun deck and family-friendly policies make Hotel 505 handy for families.

Best for large meetings & events
Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Loews offers substantially larger conference space (25,717 sq ft / 2,389 m²) and full business-center services.

Best for a compact River North stay
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Hotel 505 River North

Hotel 505’s River North address and focused restaurant (CBR) put you steps from nightlife and galleries.

Best for a larger-brand downtown hotel
Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Loews delivers a consistent, larger upscale-hotel experience and a wider selection of room types and suites.

Frequently asked questions

Hotel 505 River North vs Loews Chicago Hotel: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for families with kids?

Hotel 505 River North is explicitly family-friendly and highlights a heated indoor pool and kid-friendly pool references; both hotels welcome guests of all ages, but Hotel 505 emphasizes family amenities.

Which hotel has better meeting or conference facilities?

Loews Chicago Hotel has the larger conference footprint (25,717 sq ft / 2,389 m²) and extensive business services; Hotel 505 offers about 8,000+ sq ft across 10 rooms for smaller events.

Do either hotel have a spa?

Hotel 505 does not operate a standalone spa but offers in-room spa treatments and Spa Suites with jetted soaking tubs. A standalone spa is not published for Loews in the supplied facts.

Are pets allowed?

Hotel 505 is dog-friendly (up to two dogs per room, fees apply). Loews allows pets in specific rooms with charges listed in the supplier information (fees and rules apply).

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