Hotel Felix

Hotel Felix Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Hotel Felix in River North, you immediately notice how this four-star property manages to feel both polished and approachable. The lobby has this modern, clean aesthetic that doesn’t try too hard — honestly, it’s refreshing after seeing so many hotels that go overboard with the dramatic lighting and marble everything. You can tell they’ve put thought into the details without making it feel stuffy.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about River North — it’s actually one of the best spots to stay in Chicago if you want to be in the thick of things without the tourist circus of the Loop. Hotel Felix sits right on West Huron, which means you’re a quick walk to some seriously good restaurant and bars that locals actually frequent. I mean, couples give the location a 9.2 rating, and honestly, I get it. You can stroll to the Magnificent Mile for shopping, but you’re also close enough to hit up places like Gibsons or RPM Steak when you want to splurge on dinner.

The Room Experience

The room here strike that sweet spot between comfortable and stylish — nothing too flashy, but everything works exactly as it should. You know what I appreciate? The windows are actually decent-sized, so you get some natural light during the day, which isn’t always a given in Chicago hotels. The room layouts feel thoughtful too, with enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The beds are solid — not the most amazing I’ve ever slept in, but definitely good enough that you’ll wake up feeling rested.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast situation is actually pretty impressive, especially if you have dietary restrictions. They’ve got vegetarian and vegan options that don’t feel like an afterthought, plus the usual American breakfast fare. What’s smart is their breakfast-to-go option — perfect for those mornings when you want to grab something quick and head out to explore the city. The quality is better than what you’d expect from a hotel restaurant, and the staff seems to actually care about getting your order right.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Hotel Felix isn’t going to blow your mind with over-the-top amenities, but that’s sort of the point. It’s a solid, well-run hotel that gets the fundamentals right — great location, comfortable accommodations, and service that feels genuine rather than scripted. The River North location really is the star here, giving you easy access to everything Chicago has to offer while keeping you in a neighborhood that feels authentic and vibrant. For the price point, you’re getting excellent value, especially considering how much couples seem to love staying here together and how the property maintains such high standards.

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Reviews of Hotel Felix

• Mattias from Sweden (8/10)

  We chose this place since it was close to the train station (30 minutes walk) and not crazy-expensive. The place was modern, fresh and functional. The staff were all wonderful and helpful. The room was not the biggest in the world, but still had lots of storage space.

• Sian from Kenya (8/10)

  Proximity to restaurants , train station and my activities

• David from Australia (8/10)

  This was my second stay at the Felix – I had previously stayed in 2018. Since then, there has been a program of upgrades to modernise the rooms, carpets and fittings and make them more comfortable than I remembered.
  Staff were pleasant and helpful.
  Coffee and fresh fruit provided daily in the foyer bar.

• Mariafrancesca from Italy (9/10)

  The Hotel is nice, quite new and with a comfortable entrance are where you can work.
  Perfect location and well connected with public transport.
  
  Nice staff very helpful.

• Josie from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Even though the bed was very small, we both had a great night sleep

• Dace from Netherlands (7/10)

  Location

• Felipe from Brazil (9/10)

  Extremely good location near downtown. Good staff and very good accommodation. A bit price but worth it.

• Mandy from United States (9/10)

  Excellent location, friendly staff, cool vibes

• Julie from Ireland (9/10)

  Great central location

• Jeff from Tunisia (8/10)

  I am disappointed the restaurant is not open. I missed the waffles in the morning.

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