What's included with your stay and what costs extra
Basic nightly rate covers your room (Deluxe Room or Deluxe Room, City View), free in-room Wi‑Fi, access to the 17th‑floor fitness center and heated indoor pool, seasonal rooftop sun deck and seasonal bike use—most of these are bundled into a nightly destination fee. Extra charges commonly include the nightly destination fee itself, valet parking, pet fees, some housekeeping requests, and restaurant or minibar charges.
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What the room rate includes
Your base rate covers the booked room type (Deluxe Room or Deluxe Room, City View) and standard in-room amenities such as free Wi‑Fi in all guest rooms.
Guests also get access to hotel public amenities noted as included with the nightly destination fee (see the destination fee section).
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; the front desk is open 24 hours for arrivals and basic requests.
- Free Wi‑Fi in guest rooms
- Access to the 24‑hour front desk
- Use of the indoor heated pool and fitness center (access tied to destination fee)
| Room name | Included with rate |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | Room, Wi‑Fi, access to public amenities (destination fee items apply) |
| Deluxe Room, City View | Room with city window, Wi‑Fi, access to public amenities (destination fee items apply) |
Nightly destination fee (what it covers)
Hotel 505 River North charges a nightly destination/resort fee. This fee bundles several on‑property guest services rather than being included automatically in a quoted nightly rate on every booking channel—check your confirmation for the line item.
Sources report the fee amount in the low‑to‑mid $30 range; the fee covers specific items listed below rather than unlimited extras like meals or transfers.
- Coffee/tea in the lobby each morning
- Wi‑Fi (in guest rooms and selected public areas)
- Two bottles of water
- Fitness center access (including Peloton bikes)
- Pool and rooftop sun deck access
- Seasonal bike use
- $10 credit toward CBR restaurant
| Item | Included by destination fee? |
|---|---|
| Fitness center & Peloton | Yes |
| Pool & rooftop sun deck | Yes |
| $10 CBR credit | Yes |
Parking, arrivals and other on‑site fees
On‑site valet parking is available for an additional fee; third‑party listings show on‑site valet around $80 per night with in/out privileges. Off‑site nearby lots are sometimes available at lower nightly rates.
The hotel does not provide airport transfer service; plan independent transport (taxi, rideshare or CTA) from O'Hare or Midway.
- On‑site valet parking: reported around $80/night (includes in/out)
- Off‑site parking nearby: reported around $65/night (varies)
- No hotel airport shuttle service
| Service | Typical extra cost |
|---|---|
| Valet parking (on‑site) | $80/night (reported) |
| Off‑site nearby parking | $65/night (reported) |
| Airport transfer | Not provided by hotel |
Pets, family and accessibility charges
Hotel 505 River North is dog‑friendly. The hotel allows up to two dogs per room (each up to 50 lbs) for an additional pet fee; the hotel's own policy lists $75 per dog for stays up to 7 nights and $150 per dog for stays of 8 or more nights.
Children of all ages are welcome; children can stay free using existing bedding. The main guest checking in must be at least 21 and must present photo ID and a credit card.
The property offers accessible rooms and public‑area features including a front entrance ramp and wheelchair‑accessible pool and restaurant; service animals are exempt from pet fees (as noted by third‑party listings).
- Dog policy: up to two dogs per room, up to 50 lbs each
- Pet fees: $75 per dog (up to 7 nights) or $150 per dog (8+ nights) as listed on the hotel site
- Children: welcome; rollaway beds and cribs are not available
| Category | Policy / fee |
|---|---|
| Dogs | Up to 2 dogs/room, ≤50 lbs each; fee applies |
| Pet fee | $75 up to 7 nights; $150 for 8+ nights (per dog) — service animals exempt |
| Children | All ages welcome; stay free using existing bedding |
Dining and minibar charges
Meals and drinks are not included in the room rate—Hotel 505 River North is not an all‑inclusive property. The on‑site restaurant and bar, CBR, serves breakfast through dinner, brunch on weekends, and a weekday happy hour; reservations are recommended.
The destination fee typically includes a $10 credit toward CBR, but any additional food, drink, room service or minibar items will be charged to your room or paid directly at the restaurant.
- CBR serves breakfast (Mon–Fri 7–11am), lunch (Mon–Fri 11am–2pm), dinner and weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 8am–2pm per current listings)
- $10 CBR credit is included with the destination fee
- Additional dining, drinks and minibar items are extra
| CBR hours (sample) | When served |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Mon–Fri 7:00–11:00 a.m. |
| Lunch | Mon–Fri 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. |
| Dinner / Happy Hour | Dinner 4:00–10:00 p.m.; Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00–6:00 p.m. |
Housekeeping, early/late arrival and extra services
Daily housekeeping is provided on request rather than automatically; contact the front desk to schedule room refreshes during your stay. In‑room spa treatments are available by arrangement but there is no standalone spa facility.
Early check‑in and late check‑out may be available for a fee and are subject to availability; some guests report the front desk occasionally granting complimentary early check‑in/late check‑out at its discretion.
- Housekeeping: on request (not automatic daily service)
- In‑room spa treatments available; no separate spa building
- Early check‑in / late check‑out: possible for a fee, subject to availability
| Service | Typical policy |
|---|---|
| Housekeeping | Provided on request |
| Early check‑in / late check‑out | Available subject to availability; fees may apply |
| In‑room spa | Offered by arrangement; no standalone spa |
