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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
221 N. Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel
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“Unforgettable”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013 via mobile

Had a wonderful experience at the hotel. The room was by far the best one i have ever stayed in. The whole hotel was Beautiful. Truly enjoyed dinner at Filinis as well. Great food and wonderful service. Female manager Brittney really made our night unforgettable and fun!!! Would recommend this place to anyone!

  • Stayed February 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Radissonbluaqua, General Manager at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Thank you for your review! I am thrilled that you had a great stay with us and that your experience was unforgettable. I hope that we have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon.

All the best,

Pierre-Louis Giacotto
General Manager
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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Modern, Contemporary with comfort”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

My trip was for a business convention. The hotel is a new or remodeled property with a very contemporary design. I understand the property is a hotel/residence.

My room had blonde hardwood floors, stark white bathroom with nice, bright lighting, separate shower/tub with a rain shower head. The door to the bathroom is a sliding door so they maximized the space.

Traveling for business, I like to have a nice work space. My desk was also the space to house the television, so I would have preferred to have a separate space where I could spread out. I was on the 9th floor and had a nice, airy view of the city which was pleasant to awaken in my view.

The bed was very cozy and had little night reading lights on either side, as to not disturb a bed mate. Nice touch!

For the meeting space, I would have liked to see better service for the breakfast servicing for our group (refilling beverages, not having to remind staff 3 times to bring lemons, etc.), would have liked to have the waters refilled more frequently at the tables in the large conference room and also in the breakouts.

Location is not bad. Still will want to take a taxi to the "downtown Chicago scene" in winter months. Probably an easy walk in the summer. Overall nice property to stay, but could use a bit of refining on the meeting service. I would come back!

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Radissonbluaqua, General Manager at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, responded to this review
February 15, 2013
Thank you for your review. I am happy that you liked the room and view. I am also happy that you liked the design and overall feel of the hotel. I would, however, like to apologize that the breakfast service was slow in refilling beverages and meeting requests. I am addressing your comments and am truly sorry for any disappointment we caused for you. I look forward to welcoming you back soon.

All the best,

Pierre-Louis Giacotto
General Manager
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Chicago, Illinois
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“A comfortable hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

We stayed at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel on the New Year's Eve. We had two rooms, one for my wife and I and the other for our friends.

We had pretty good time celebrating the new year's eve here - they turned the lobby in to a dance floor with an awesome DJ!

Pros:
Beautiful property.
Very clean and 'rich'.
Very easy check-in.
Nice amenities.
Stylish modern rooms.
Big and clean bathrooms.
Awesome room service.
Nice restaurant/bar on property.
Close proximity to the Magnificient Mile.
Across from Aon Center and Microsoft building.
Very courteous, polite and helpful staff.

Cons:
Parking - expensive (though not different from rest of the hotel properties around there. After all, it is Chi downtown!)

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Radissonbluaqua, General Manager at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, responded to this review
February 15, 2013
Thank you for spending New Year's Eve with us! I am happy that you had an enjoyable experience! I hope that we see you again on your next trip to Chicago!

All the best,

Pierre-Louis Giacotto
General Manager
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Very Trendy Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

This is my wife's favorite building in the City. This past weekend, I took her to Blue Aqua for a weekend getaway to celebrate her birthday. When we first walked in, I very impressed. The hotel is very tendy and modern. The customer sevice was excellent and the rooms were classy and nice. I also liked that this is a green hotel with a rooftop park.

We had a bottle of wine late night at the bar. The bar area is pretty swank. You can have a drink at the bar, in lounge chairs up above, or next to a modern fireplace. Very cool. This is one trendiest places we have stayed in. It is right across from Millenium Park, and a little bit of a walk to the Mag Mile. The hotel is so cool, and the staff are so friendly, we will definately be making reservations at this hotel in the future. If you like modern architecture and a hotel with classy, modern designed accomodations that also provides exceptional customer service, this is the hotel for you.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Radissonbluaqua, General Manager at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, responded to this review
February 12, 2013
Thank you for your review. I am happy that you had a great experience celebrating your wife's birthday! I could not be more honored that you spent such a special occasion with us! I look forward to seeing you again soon!

All the best,

Pierre-Louis Giacotto
General Manager
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“Great Hotel Great City”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

We had a wonderful stay at Radisson Blu Aqua hotel for 3 days in January. The hotel is calm and cool with a modern vibe. Close to everything with an extremely friendly staff. Check out the bar in the hotel and ask for Laura she was great and the food was excellent!! We loved the room decor espeially the bathroom and the shower and had a romantic stay! We are planning our next trip in June!!

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Radissonbluaqua, General Manager at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, responded to this review
February 11, 2013
Thank you for leaving us a review. I could not be happier that you had such an enjoyable stay and that Laura was so helpful while dining in Filini. I will be sure to share your compliments with her. I look forward to your return in June! Thanks again!

All the best,

Pierre-Louis Giacotto
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Address: 221 N. Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Region: United States > Illinois > Chicago
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #12 of 164 hotels in Chicago
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Radisson Blue Aqua Hotel Chicago is the contemporary debut of Radisson Blu in North America. A true representation of the brand, it is designed to become a destination in itself. Radisson Blu is the luxury division of our global hotel brand, focusing on design, style and attention to detail in every respect. ... more   less 
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