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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago vs Loews Chicago Hotel

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is a 4.5-star, family-friendly hotel occupying the lower floors of the Aqua Tower, best for travelers who want strong wellness and pool options plus easy access to Millennium Park. Loews Chicago Hotel is an upscale 4.5-star Streeterville property near the river and lakefront, aimed at guests who want a polished downtown stay with extensive meeting space and a rooftop terrace.

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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Lakeshore East · Family-friendly · Multiple pools & fitness

Best for families and wellness-minded travelers who want year-round indoor lap swimming plus a seasonal rooftop pool and running track.

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Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Streeterville · Upscale meeting hotel · Rooftop terrace

Best for travelers who need large meeting or event space near Michigan Avenue and prefer a Streeterville location with a rooftop terrace and solid business facilities.

Quick Verdict: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago vs Loews Chicago Hotel

When Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago wins: choose Radisson Blu if you want stronger on-site recreational facilities — the hotel highlights an indoor lap pool open year-round, a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool with hot tub, a 2-story fitness center, running track, saunas, and family-friendly services (kids' meals, cribs, kids' programs).

When Loews Chicago Hotel wins: choose Loews for larger conference and ballroom capacity, a higher room count, and a central Streeterville location that’s a short walk to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue; it’s a better pick for meetings, weddings, or travelers who prioritize rooftop views and robust event services.

Bottom line: both are polished 4.5-star downtown choices within easy walking distance of Chicago’s lakefront and key attractions. Pick Radisson Blu for pools, fitness, and family-focused amenities; pick Loews for larger meeting spaces, a Streeterville address, and a conventional luxury hotel experience.

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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago vs Loews Chicago Hotel – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago and Loews Chicago Hotel
CategoryRadisson Blu Aqua Hotel ChicagoLoews Chicago Hotel
Overall vibeContemporary, wellness-forward hotel inside the Aqua Tower with family services and active recreationUpscale Streeterville hotel with traditional luxury touches, large event spaces, and rooftop terrace
Location (near)Lakeshore East/Loop — steps from Millennium Park, Chicago Riverwalk, Grant Park
Size (rooms)334 rooms, including 18 suites400 guestrooms
Typical guestsFamilies, leisure visitors, wellness-minded guestsBusiness travelers, meeting attendees, couples and leisure guests
Pools & outdoor recThree pools (indoor year-round lap pool + seasonal rooftop outdoor pool & hot tub), outdoor running track, saunaSeasonal rooftop lounge (seasonal rooftop lounge noted); a wheelchair-accessible pool is listed in amenities
Restaurants & barsFireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar (American, breakfast/lunch/dinner, weekend brunch) + Blu Bar and poolside Aqua BarOne on-site restaurant + coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge; to-go breakfasts available
Meetings & events13 meeting rooms and 28,000+ sq ft of event space including Atlantic Ballroom (floor-to-ceiling lake/skyline views)Extensive conference facilities (25,717 sq ft / 2,389 m² of meeting space) and a ballroom; large-capacity options for events
Wellness & spaIn-room and partner spa services (Windy City Massage), 2-story fitness center, saunas and steam rooms24-hour fitness center, rooftop terrace; on-site spa details not published in supplier listing
Accessibility & family policyFamily-friendly; cribs and kids' meals; wheelchair-accessible public areas and rooms
Parking & transportOn-site self-parking and valet (fees apply); connected to Chicago PedwayValet parking (surcharge) and nearby parking options; close to transit and Riverwalk

A Look Inside Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

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Location: Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago vs Loews Chicago Hotel

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Location

Radisson Blu sits in Lakeshore East/Loop at 221 N. Columbus Drive, within easy walking distance of Millennium Park and the Riverwalk.

  • Steps to Millennium Park, Chicago Riverwalk, Grant Park and the Chicago Pedway.
  • Close to Lake Michigan and beaches such as Ohio Street Beach.
  • Connected to downtown shopping and transit; short walks to CTA stations.

Choose Radisson Blu if you want the Lakeshore East/Loop address and immediate access to Millennium Park and the Pedway.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Location

Loews Chicago Hotel is at 455 North Park Drive in Streeterville — a short walk to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue.

  • About a 5-minute walk to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue.
  • Near Navy Pier and other lakefront attractions within walking distance.
  • Convenient for business and shopping with straightforward access to downtown sights.

Choose Loews for a central Streeterville location, convenient access to Michigan Avenue shopping and river/lakefront walks.

Rooms: layouts, comfort, and what to expect

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Rooms

Radisson Blu offers a mix of standard rooms and suites across 334 rooms on the first 18 floors of the Aqua Tower.

  • Room types include 1 King Bed, Deluxe; 2 Queen Beds, Deluxe; Premium Corner, Balcony Room; and several ambassador suites.
  • Urban Fee covers Wi‑Fi plus fitness/pool/sauna/business center access.
  • Family-friendly room policies (cribs available; children defined for rates as 17 and under).

Radisson Blu’s room lineup is aimed at families and leisure guests who want balcony options and suites in a distinctive architectural setting.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Rooms

Loews lists about 400 guestrooms with a broad set of Premium, Superior, Grand and suite options, some with lake views.

  • Room types listed include Premium Room, 1 King Bed and multiple accessible variants, Grand Rooms and several suites including 'Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View'.
  • Rooms feature down comforters, premium bedding and flat-screen TVs; complimentary wired and wireless internet is provided.
  • Main guest minimum check-in age is 21 and the hotel allows connecting rooms subject to availability.

Loews is a conventional upscale city hotel with a wide range of room types and accessible options, suitable for business travelers and families.

Dining & drinks: FireLake vs Loews' outlets

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Dining & drinks

Radisson Blu’s main restaurant is FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, supported by lobby Blu Bar and poolside service when open.

  • FireLake serves American/Midwestern wood-fired cuisine, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
  • Blu Bar offers Starbucks beverages and light breakfast/to-go items; poolside Aqua Bar operates seasonally.
  • FireLake accepts OpenTable reservations and runs brunch and afternoon tea offerings on select days.

Radisson Blu is a strong choice for farm-to-table American dining and casual in-hotel coffee/bar options.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Dining & drinks

Loews features one main on-site restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe plus a bar/lounge and limited room service hours.

  • Restaurant and coffee shop/cafe serve meals; to-go breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
  • There is a bar/lounge on property for drinks and light snacks.
  • Menus and specific venue names are not fully published in the supplier listing provided here.

Loews provides standard hotel dining and bar options; check menus or contact the hotel for specifics before arrival.

Pools & signature amenity: Aqua Tower recreation vs Loews rooftop

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Pools & signature amenity

Radisson Blu emphasizes on-site recreation with multiple pools and a rooftop recreation deck.

  • Three pools: an indoor two‑lane lap pool open year-round plus a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool and a hot tub.
  • Outdoor running track, sauna/steam rooms, towels, lockers and poolside food/drink service when open.
  • Pools are wheelchair accessible; hours and opening dates for the seasonal pool vary with weather/season.

If pools and year‑round lap swimming matter, Radisson Blu is the clearer choice.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Pools & signature amenity

Loews lists a rooftop terrace and a wheelchair-accessible pool among its amenities; the property runs a seasonal rooftop lounge.

  • Rooftop terrace provides outdoor views; supplier listing notes a seasonal rooftop lounge (open summer–fall, weather permitting).
  • A wheelchair-accessible pool is listed but detailed pool configuration (indoor vs outdoor, year-round status) is not published in the supplied listing.
  • Poolside and rooftop offerings may be seasonal; check opening dates before booking a swim-focused stay.

Loews offers rooftop outdoor space and pool access, but Radisson Blu provides more clearly detailed, year-round lap-swimming and recreation facilities.

Wellness, nightlife & business: fitness, meetings and late-night options

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago – Wellness, nightlife & business

Radisson Blu combines a 2-story fitness center, running track and partner in-room spa services with an on-site bar and evening options.

  • 24-hour fitness center with cardio and weights, a quarter-mile outdoor running track and sauna/steam rooms.
  • Spa services via Windy City Massage arranged through the concierge (in-room and designated treatment rooms).
  • Event space of 28,000+ sq ft across 13 meeting rooms and flexible ballrooms for weddings and conferences.

Radisson Blu supports active guests and groups with comprehensive fitness and event facilities plus arranged spa services.

Loews Chicago Hotel – Wellness, nightlife & business

Loews offers 24-hour business and fitness facilities, extensive conference space, concierge services and a fireplace lobby.

  • 24-hour fitness facilities, business center and concierge services for meetings and corporate travelers.
  • Large meeting and ballroom space (about 25,717 sq ft / 2,389 m² listed) suitable for larger events and weddings.
  • Rooftop terrace and bar/lounge provide evening options; some rooftop venues are seasonal.

Loews is solid for business and events with round-the-clock business services and large meeting capacities; nightlife options are typical of a downtown hotel.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families and kids
Brick-columned corridor with framed photos along the wall inside the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago lobby area.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu — kids' meals, cribs, family rate policy and multiple pools (including a year-round lap pool).

Best for meetings & large events
Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Loews — extensive meeting space and ballrooms plus full business center services.

Best for year-round swimming & fitness
Narrow view down a brick-walled passage with planters and pendant lights at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago.

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago

Radisson Blu — indoor two-lane lap pool open year-round, outdoor seasonal pool, hot tub, running track and saunas.

Best for a Streeterville address and walkable shopping
Loews Chicago Hotel, Chicago, Illinois

Loews Chicago Hotel

Loews — very short walk to Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk from its Streeterville location.

Frequently asked questions

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago vs Loews Chicago Hotel: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for families with children?

Radisson Blu is more family-oriented on paper: it lists kids' meals, cribs, family rate policies and multiple pools including an indoor lap pool open year-round.

Which hotel is better for meetings or weddings?

Loews and Radisson Blu both have large event spaces, but Loews highlights extensive meeting space in Streeterville while Radisson Blu advertises 28,000+ sq ft and a ballroom with lake/skyline views—contact each hotel for exact capacities and pricing.

Do either hotel have year-round pools?

Radisson Blu explicitly lists an indoor two-lane lap pool open year-round plus a seasonal rooftop pool; Loews’ supplier listing notes a pool and a seasonal rooftop lounge but does not clearly publish year-round indoor pool details.

Are both hotels walkable to Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile?

Yes. Radisson Blu is steps from Millennium Park; Loews is a short walk to the Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue, making either a convenient base for downtown sightseeing.

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