How to get to Aloft Chicago Downtown River North from O'Hare and Midway
From O'Hare (ORD) take the CTA Blue Line toward Forest Park into downtown and transfer or walk to Aloft Chicago Downtown River North at 515 North Clark Street. From Midway (MDW) take the CTA Orange Line into the Loop and transfer to a short downtown walk, bus, or rideshare to reach the hotel.
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At-a-glance — address & front-desk
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North is at 515 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60654. The front desk is staffed 24/7 and check-in begins at 3:00 PM; check-out is 12:00 PM (noon).
If you need help with arrival or special assistance, BookResorts agents are available at +1 (888) 605-1350 for 24/7 support.
- Street address: 515 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60654
- Hotel phone (BookResorts agents, 24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Check-in: 3:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM (noon)
| What | Detail |
|---|---|
| Property | Aloft Chicago Downtown River North |
| Address | 515 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654 |
| 24/7 help | +1 (888) 605-1350 (BookResorts agents) |
Getting from O'Hare (ORD)
The simplest public-transit route is the CTA Blue Line from O'Hare into downtown. Board the Blue Line (Forest Park direction) and ride to a downtown station where you can walk or transfer to reach North Clark Street near River North.
If you prefer fewer transfers, you can take a taxi or rideshare from O'Hare directly to the hotel — drivers will drop you curbside at the hotel's entrance on North Clark Street. Taxis and rideshares pick up at the designated ground-transportation areas at each terminal.
- CTA Blue Line from O'Hare into downtown — transfer or walk to North Clark Street
- Taxi or rideshare from O'Hare to 515 N Clark St. (pick-up/curbside at airport ground-transportation areas)
- If arriving very late (after 3:00 AM the morning after check-in), contact the hotel in advance
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| CTA Blue Line | Runs to downtown; transfer or walk to the hotel |
| Taxi / Rideshare | Curbside pick-up at airport; drop-off at hotel entrance |
| Airport shuttle / private transfer | Available from third-party providers — check schedules and bookings separately |
Getting from Midway (MDW)
Take the CTA Orange Line from Midway into the Loop. From the Orange Line terminal you can walk, transfer to a nearby CTA stop, or take a short bus or rideshare to reach the hotel's North Clark Street location in River North.
Taxis and rideshares are also available from Midway's ground-transportation areas and will drop you at the hotel's entrance on North Clark Street if you prefer a direct trip.
- CTA Orange Line from Midway to downtown; transfer or walk to River North
- Taxi or rideshare from Midway to 515 N Clark St.
- Consider a bus or short transfer within downtown if you want to avoid a longer walk with luggage
| Option | When to use |
|---|---|
| CTA Orange Line + walk/transfer | Cheapest public-transit option into the Loop |
| Taxi / Rideshare | More direct, good with heavy luggage or late arrivals |
| Local bus or transfer | Useful if you want to avoid a longer downtown walk |
Using CTA (Blue Line, Orange Line and transfers)
From O'Hare: board the Blue Line toward Forest Park into downtown. From Midway: board the Orange Line into the Loop. Once downtown, you may transfer to a nearby stop or walk to 515 North Clark Street in River North.
CTA maps, station announcements, and station signage will help you find the best transfer point. Merchandise Mart and other downtown stops are within easy walking distance of the hotel depending on which stop you choose.
- Buy a Ventra card or use contactless payment at station turnstiles for CTA rides.
- Blue Line and Orange Line both serve downtown hubs where you can change lines or walk to River North.
- Bring luggage with wheels for easier transfers and sidewalks in downtown Chicago.
| From | Main rail action | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| O'Hare (ORD) | CTA Blue Line into downtown | Transfer or walk to North Clark Street |
| Midway (MDW) | CTA Orange Line into the Loop | Transfer, walk, or take a short bus/rideshare to River North |
| Downtown stations | Walk or change lines as needed | Use station maps or phone maps for the short final walk |
Taxi, rideshare, and luggage tips
Taxis and rideshares drop off at the hotel's street-level entrance on North Clark Street. If you use a rideshare app, set the destination to 'Aloft Chicago Downtown River North — 515 N Clark St'.
If you have heavy luggage, a taxi or rideshare will reduce transfers and walking. The hotel has a curbside entrance and a staffed front desk to assist with luggage on arrival.
- Set destination/address clearly in the app: 515 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
- If you need wheelchair assistance, contact the front desk in advance so staff can prepare
- Hotel staff can assist with luggage at check-in
| Service | Useful when |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | You have heavy luggage or want a door-to-door trip |
| CTA / Transit | You want the lowest-cost option and are comfortable with transfers |
| Hotel front desk | Need luggage assistance or accessibility support |
Arrival accessibility and on-site info
Aloft Chicago Downtown River North includes ADA-compliant rooms and accessible paths of travel; if you need a specific accessible room or arrival assistance, contact the hotel ahead of time. Guest rooms include types labeled Room, Room, City View, and Room, City View (Windows on 2 Sides).
The property is smoke-free, pet-friendly for dogs under its 'Arf' program, and offers a 24/7 Re:charge Gym, Beatrix restaurant and W XYZ Bar in the lobby area. The hotel does not have a pool or an on-site spa facility.
- Room types (exact names): Room; Room, City View; Room, City View (Windows on 2 Sides)
- Pets: dogs allowed (one per room, up to 40 lbs) with complimentary pet perks
- No on-site pool or spa; Re:charge Gym open 24/7
| Facility | Availability |
|---|---|
| Re:charge Gym | 24/7, complimentary |
| Beatrix (restaurant) | Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Coffee & Pastry Counter opens early |
| Pool / Spa | No pool; no on-site spa |
