
LondonHouse Chicago
Best for skyline views, rooftop drinks and a central riverfront address.
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LondonHouse Chicago is a landmark riverfront hotel in a 1923 skyscraper with a three-level rooftop bar and a full-service spa; read this if you want river and skyline views, rooftop nightlife, and a historic-meets-modern stay. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago is a 4.5-star design property in the undulating Aqua Tower; read this if you prefer contemporary architecture, on-site pools and large meeting space close to Millennium Park.
Updated · about 0.3 miles (0.5 km) apart

Best for skyline views, rooftop drinks and a central riverfront address.

Best for guests who want hotel pools, extensive meeting space, and a modern design hotel in the Loop.
When LondonHouse Chicago wins: choose LondonHouse when you want a historic building, dramatic river-and-skyline views, a tri-level rooftop bar experience and an on-site full-service spa.
When Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago wins: pick Radisson Blu Aqua for on-site indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, a larger conference footprint, and rooms inside a distinctive contemporary tower near Millennium Park.
Bottom line: LondonHouse is the pick for social rooftop vibes and historic character; Radisson Blu Aqua is better for guests prioritizing pools, fitness and larger meeting facilities — both put you steps from Millennium Park and the Riverwalk.
| Category | LondonHouse Chicago | Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic landmark with a modern glass tower addition and lively tri-level rooftop social scene | Contemporary 4.5-star design hotel inside the undulating Aqua Tower |
| Location | On the corner of East Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue beside the Chicago River; walking distance to Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile | |
| Size (rooms) | 452 rooms across 23 floors | 334 rooms |
| Minimum check-in age | 21 (reservation holder/minimum varies by listing) | |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Indoor pool plus outdoor seasonal pool (open June–September) |
| Restaurants & bars | Three on-site venues including LH Rooftop (tri-level rooftop), LH on 21 and Bridges Lobby Bar | One main restaurant (FireLake) plus bar/lounge and room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | LH Spa by Windy City Massage on 4th floor with multiple treatment rooms and a $20 spa credit included in the destination charge | Not published |
| Fitness | 24-hour fitness center with TechnoGym equipment, spinning cycles and a yoga station; select rooms include Peloton bikes | |
| Meeting & event space | About 25,000 sq ft of flexible event space with multiple ballrooms and rooftop event options | About 27,997 sq ft (2,601 m²) of conference space and 13 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & family policy | All ages welcome at the hotel; rooftop bar enforces 21+ entry in the evenings | All-ages hotel (children 17 and younger stay free with guardian); standard ID/age policies apply |
LondonHouse sits at 85 E Wacker Drive on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive, directly beside the Chicago River.
Choose LondonHouse for immediate riverfront atmosphere and quick walks to the city’s top downtown sights.
Radisson Blu Aqua is located at 221 N Columbus Drive, a short stroll to Grant Park, Millennium Park and the Riverwalk.
Pick Radisson Blu Aqua if you want a modern tower stay with easy access to parks and the Riverwalk.
LondonHouse has 452 rooms in a mix of historic 1923 architecture and a 22-story glass tower, including multiple suite types and specialty wellness rooms.
LondonHouse offers variety and a historic setting with some wellness-focused room options.
Radisson Blu Aqua offers 334 air-conditioned rooms in a contemporary tower with standard in-room conveniences.
Radisson Blu Aqua provides modern guest rooms with typical upscale hotel amenities and clear attention to conference guest needs.
LondonHouse emphasizes multiple on-site venues and a prominent rooftop bar spanning three levels.
LondonHouse is the better choice for rooftop cocktails, afternoon tea and multiple on-site dining options.
Radisson Blu Aqua lists FireLake as its on-site restaurant with a bar/lounge and limited room service.
Radisson Blu Aqua suits travelers who prefer a quieter hotel dining setup anchored by a single signature restaurant.
LondonHouse does not have an on-site swimming pool; its signature amenity is the tri-level rooftop and riverfront location.
If an on-site pool is a must, LondonHouse is not the right choice — it trades pools for rooftop and riverfront experiences.
Radisson Blu Aqua features both an indoor pool and an outdoor seasonal pool (open June–September).
Radisson Blu Aqua is the clear choice for travelers who want on-site pool time during summer or access to an indoor pool year-round.
LondonHouse pairs a full-service spa with a 24-hour fitness center and an active rooftop nightlife scene.
Choose LondonHouse for a stronger spa program plus all-hours gym access and elevated nightlife on the rooftop.
Radisson Blu Aqua emphasizes fitness and meeting-friendly services alongside quieter dining and pool access.
Radisson Blu Aqua fits travelers prioritizing fitness, business facilities and on-site pools rather than an active rooftop scene.

LondonHouse: tri-level rooftop bar with skyline and river views, plus winter igloo activations.

Radisson Blu Aqua: indoor pool plus a seasonal outdoor pool open in summer months.

Radisson Blu Aqua: roughly 27,997 sq ft of conference space and 13 meeting rooms suited to mid-large groups.

LondonHouse: on-site LH Spa by Windy City Massage with multiple treatment rooms and a published spa menu.
Both are within easy walking distance of Millennium Park; LondonHouse is immediately beside the river and is commonly cited as about a 5–10 minute walk.
Pick Radisson Blu Aqua — it has an indoor pool plus a seasonal outdoor pool. LondonHouse does not have an on-site swimming pool.
Radisson Blu Aqua has a larger published conference footprint (13 meeting rooms and roughly 27,997 sq ft of space) and is set up for business groups.
LondonHouse has an on-site spa (LH Spa by Windy City Massage) with published hours and treatments. A published on-site spa at Radisson Blu Aqua is not specified in the supplier listing.
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