A Royal Holiday

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!

Hoyt's Christmas Eve Menu

Hoyt's Christmas Day Menu

CBR Christmas Cocktails

CBR Holiday Bites

Hoyt's New Year's Eve

Thoughtfully-Curated Royal Holiday Moments

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.

Santa Swim at River North

Head to our indoor pool to check out a seasonal Santa Swim - cannon (snow) ball! Enjoy holiday-themed floaties and other festive fun every Saturday.

Cinematic Cocktails at Legato Lounge

From Scrooged to Elf, enjoy holiday classics screened at Legato Lounge, paired with themed seasonal cocktails.

NEW YEAR’S EVE

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 walking access to Chicago’s first-ever central countdown live from downtown, as part of Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve celebration!

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.

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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.

Santa's Suite At Downtown

Festive lights, candy canes, holiday décor and more await when you book our special holiday offer.

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Christkindlmarket At The Allegro

'Tis the season for holiday cheer in Chicago! Enjoy a collectors mug and drink ticket at the Chriskindlmarket.

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Shop & Stay at River North

Get ready to Shop & Stay with a $50 gift card to kick-off your holiday shopping spree.

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Engagement Season

HOST YOUR ROYAL WEDDING IN 2026

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 “yes”? Begin your engagement and plan your dream wedding at any of The Royal Sonesta Hotels of Chicago — because every love story deserves a royal beginning.

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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