'Tis the season for holiday cheer at The Royal Sonesta Hotels of Chicago
Experience royal holiday moments at each of our three hotels—from seasonal menus and special holiday happenings to indoor Winter Wonderland pool parties—a royally festive holiday season awaits.
Dine with Us This Holiday Season
Celebrate the season with our royally festive holiday offerings! Enjoy Hoyt's Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year's Eve specials at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, indulge in holiday bites at CBR at The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North or indulge in a whimsical seasonal cocktail at Legato Lounge at The Allegro Royal Sonesta. There is something truly special for every taste at our three Royal restaurants!
Thoughtfully-Curated Royal Holiday Moments
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Mascot Mail to Santa
Allow our Royal mascots to get your letter to Santa. Stop by their portraits in each of our lobbies to write your postcard and drop it in Santa's mailbox to be entered to win a future stay.02Santa Swim at River North
Santa Swim at River North
Fireworks on the River!
Ring in 2026 with our exclusive package at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and enjoy a night to remember! Indulge in complimentary champagne in one of our riverfront rooms, with ideal fireworks views. Enjoy easy
...ROYALLY SUITE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE
Looking to upgrade your stay? Book a "Royally Suite Holiday Experience" featuring special perks like flexible check-in and check-out times, welcome amenities and more.
LIMITED-TIME OFFERS
Embrace the holiday season at The Royal Sonesta Hotels of Chicago. From Santa’s Suite to Chicago’s Christkindlmarket, we have the perfect packages to gift you the best experiences of the season.
Park & Stay
Enjoy worry-free parking for your vehicle when you book your Sonesta stay with code PARK.
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Book a suite at select Royal Sonesta hotels and get free breakfast, parking and dining credit.
View MoreThe Best Rates Stay Here
Book direct at sonesta.com for the best available rate, plus returning guests get 15% off!
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There's nothing more magical than a holiday proposal in downtown Chicago. Our exclusive 2026 Royal Proposal Package sets the stage with sparkling city views and unforgettable, intimate moments. Already dreaming beyond
...THINGS TO DO AROUND TOWN
Not only is Chicago one of the best places to visit during the holiday season because of the beautiful lights and festive decor, but there are tons of winter wonderland activities and events to experience around the city. We've rounded up ten of our favorites below.
Ice Skating at Maggie Daley Park — Opens November 14th
Shopping Along The Magnificent Mile
Christkindlmarket (Daley Plaza) — November 21st - December 24th
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo — November 21st - January 4th, 2026
CTA Holiday Train — Late November through December
The Nutcracker by the Joffrey Ballet — December 5th - December 28th
Navy Pier's Winter WonderFest — December 5th - January 4th, 2026
The Hip Hop Nutcracker at Broadway in Chicago — December 10th - 15th
'Twas the Night Before... by Cirque du Soleil — December 11th - 28th
A Christmas Carol at The Goodman Theatre — November 15th - December 31