
Hotel 505 River North
Best for families and walkers who want an intimate downtown base with year-round indoor swimming and easy access to the Magnificent Mile.
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Hotel 505 River North is a 4.5-star, 261-room River North hotel with an intimate, family-friendly feel and a heated 17th-floor indoor pool and rooftop sun deck — good for visitors who want walkable access to the Magnificent Mile and kid-friendly amenities. LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection is an upscale 4.5-star riverfront hotel (452 rooms) known for skyline views and a popular rooftop/terrace — a fit for travelers who prioritize riverfront location and skyline vistas.
Updated · about 0.6 km apart (roughly 0.4 miles)

Best for families and walkers who want an intimate downtown base with year-round indoor swimming and easy access to the Magnificent Mile.

Best for travelers who want an upscale riverfront stay and rooftop skyline views in the heart of downtown Chicago.
When Hotel 505 River North wins: choose Hotel 505 if you want a smaller, more intimate hotel with kid-friendly pools (a heated indoor pool plus outdoor pool references), in-room spa-suite options, and easy walking access to River North nightlife and galleries.
When LondonHouse Chicago wins: pick LondonHouse for a larger, upscale riverfront property with strong traveler ratings, two on-site restaurants/bars and terrace/rooftop space for skyline views — good for those who prioritize a riverfront location and more extensive conference/meeting facilities.
Bottom line: both hotels put you within easy walking distance of the Chicago Riverwalk and the Magnificent Mile; go Hotel 505 for a compact, family-friendly stay with indoor pool access and walkability, or LondonHouse when a classic riverfront setting and rooftop/terrace skyline experience are your priority.
| Category | Hotel 505 River North | LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Intimate, family-friendly River North hotel | Upscale riverfront hotel focused on skyline views |
| Location | 505 N State St — steps from State St, short walk to Magnificent Mile and Chicago Riverwalk | 85 E Wacker Dr — riverfront, immediately next to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Ave |
| Size (rooms) | 261 rooms and suites | 452 guestrooms |
| Star & guest rating | 4.5-star (hotel marketing); strong guest reviews on third-party sites | 4.5-star · guest rating 9.4 (supplier listing) |
| Pools | Heated indoor pool on 17th floor; rooftop sun deck; sources also list an outdoor pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | CBR — modern American brasserie serving breakfast through dinner, happy hour and bar service | Two restaurants and two bars/lounges; Bridges (American) and terrace bar options |
| Spa & wellness | No standalone spa; Spa Suites and in-room spa treatments; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton on 17th floor | Full-service spa on site listed in supplier amenities and fitness facilities included |
| Meetings & events | About 8,000+ sq ft of meeting space across 10 rooms; ballroom/banquet options | Extensive conference space (25,000 sq ft / 2,323 m²) and ballroom/banquet facilities |
| Accessibility | Accessible public spaces, ramp, wheelchair-accessible pool and rooms | Wheelchair accessible facilities; assistive listening devices and Braille signage available |
| Family & pets | Family-friendly; children welcome; dog-friendly (up to two dogs, size/fee limits) | All-ages property (supplier shows adultsOnly: false); pet policy not published in supplier listing |
Hotel 505 sits on North State Street in River North, minutes on foot from the Magnificent Mile and the Chicago Riverwalk.
Pick Hotel 505 if you want a compact River North base with excellent walkability to shops and nightlife.
LondonHouse sits directly on the Chicago River at 85 East Wacker Drive and is positioned for riverfront and skyline views.
Choose LondonHouse if a riverfront address and skyline-facing public spaces are important.
Hotel 505 has 261 individually decorated rooms and suites with options that include Spa Suites.
Hotel 505 suits travelers who want smaller-property service and in-room spa-suite options.
LondonHouse offers a larger inventory (452 guestrooms) with river- and city-view options.
LondonHouse is for guests who prefer a larger hotel with many room choices and riverfront outlooks.
Hotel 505’s on-site restaurant and bar, CBR, serves modern American brasserie dishes all day.
If you prefer a single, reliable all-day brasserie inside your hotel, Hotel 505 delivers that experience.
LondonHouse lists two restaurants and two bars/lounges, including a terrace and rooftop-facing options.
LondonHouse offers more on-site dining and bar variety, plus terrace/rooftop settings for river and skyline views.
Hotel 505 highlights a heated indoor pool on the 17th floor with an adjacent rooftop sun deck and 24-hour fitness center.
Hotel 505’s pool and rooftop sun deck make it a strong choice when year-round swimming or a rooftop lounging spot matters.
LondonHouse emphasizes rooftop and terrace spaces for skyline and river views rather than a hotel pool.
Pick LondonHouse if river-facing terraces and rooftop bars are your go-to hotel amenity rather than on-site swimming.
Hotel 505 provides a 24-hour fitness center, Peloton bikes, in-room spa treatments and easy access to River North nightlife.
Hotel 505 matches active guests and families who want in-room spa options and quick access to River North nightlife.
LondonHouse lists a full-service spa on site plus public rooftop/terrace spaces for evening drinks and views.
LondonHouse is a good pick if you want a hotel with an on-site spa and riverfront evening atmosphere.

Heated indoor pool, family-friendly policies and kid-friendly amenities make Hotel 505 the easier choice for families.

LondonHouse’s riverfront location, terrace and rooftop spaces prioritize skyline and river views.

With two restaurants and two bars, LondonHouse offers more on-site dining and drinking options.

Hotel 505’s River North address and smaller scale make it a convenient base for shopping, galleries and nightlife within easy walking distance.
Both are very close; LondonHouse is directly on the riverfront while Hotel 505 is a short walk to the Riverwalk from State Street.
LondonHouse lists a full-service spa on site; Hotel 505 does not operate a standalone spa but offers in-room spa treatments and Spa Suites.
Yes. Hotel 505 is explicitly family-friendly with kid-friendly pool amenities; LondonHouse’s supplier listing indicates it is not adults-only.
Hotel 505 does not provide airport transfer services; LondonHouse’s supplier listing does not publish a property airport shuttle (confirm with the hotel).
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