No attendee will ever forget the views from Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago. With more than 28,000 square feet of conference space concentrated on two floors, the hotel complements meetings and events with living backdrops of green parkland, Lake Michigan, and Windy City skyscrapers. The Atlantic Ballroom, with two sides of floor-to-ceiling windows, serves as the centerpiece for the largest events, but all 13 meeting rooms come with built-in screens, projectors, and the support of professional caterers, audiovisual experts, and planners.
The hotel occupies the first 18 stories of the LEED Silver-certified, residential Aqua Tower, which rises 82 stories near the confluence of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. With the Chicago Pedway and some of the city’s finest tourist attractions at their feet, guests also have access to the third floor’s sprawling outdoor terrace, complete with gardens, fire pit, grills, swimming pool, and even a jogging track. A staircase from the terrace leads down to another major attraction: the second floor’s health club with spa and fitness facilities, indoor lap pool, game room, media room, and basketball court.
After long days of meetings, health club activities, or exploring the city, guests often celebrate onsite with handmade pasta, fresh oysters, and other specialties at Filini Bar and Restaurant. Then, they retire to their choice of 334 rooms and suites upstairs, all sleek and modern in a selection of styles.
Planner Reviews
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Average Planner Rating
4.8
Arrival Experience:
4.8
Meeting and Function Facilities:
5.0
Accommodations:
4.8
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.0
Food & Beverage:
4.5
Conference Services Staff:
5.0
Guest Service Experience:
5.0
Recommendation to Planners:
4.8
Fabulous new hotel near Millennium Park and The Art Institute. Hotel has a very European feel. Love that the guest rooms have hardwood floors.
Beautiful board room. Very well thought out ballroom space with amazing views.
Excellent food and a great lounge area.
Health club is top notch.
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Association Planner Industry: Trade Association
In addition to championing the booking of 170 rooms for NRA Show, I also pushed use of the venue for off-show meeting & events including an awards program. Service from the CS & catering staff was phenomenal; response was immediate and it was always easy to find someone.
Overall Rating: 4.6/5
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This property has been certified Elite Platinum and meets at least 25 of Elite Meetings Criteria.
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4.8
2 reviews
Arrival Experience:
4.8
Accommodations:
4.8
Food & Beverage:
4.5
Guest Service Experience:
5.0
Conference Services Staff:
5.0
Meeting and Function Facilities:
5.0
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.0
Planner-to-Planner Recommendation:
4.8
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