Chicago River Ballroom at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown

Ballroom in a Hotel · Private space

  9 reviews  – 
511 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60611
Grand/State (Howard-bound) (0.4 mi)

About this space

The elegant Chicago River Ballroom has 6,240 sq.ft of space that can easily accomodate around 500 people.

Located on the ML floor of the hotel, this room can be divisable into seven different breakouts, making it perfect for corporate meetings and socal events. The spacious prefunction space surrounds the ballroom, serving as the ideal space for receptions or exhibit space.

Private restrooms are also located on the ML level.


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Packages Include main course and dessert, coffee, tea, water & soft drinks;
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person

Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Monday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Tuesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Wednesday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Thursday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Friday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Saturday
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 6:00 am
from $7500 hire fee
Note: All prices include sales tax.
A session lasts 4 hours.

Full day price is 15000$.
Buffet or Plated Breakfast $26 to $36 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Lunch $32 to $48 USD Per Person
Buffet or Plated Dinner $42 to $75 USD Per Person
4 Hour Reception w/Appetizers $35 to $65 USD Per Person
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 500
Dining
up to 425

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Whiteboard
Natural light
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Bring your own DJ
Own music allowed
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

This is a non-smoking building
No outside food or beverage is allowed in event space
All event space and catering must be paid in advance or secured with a credit card prior to the start of the event
Audio-Visual Services are offered onsite and outside Audio-Visual equipment and services are permitted

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(9 reviews and ratings - )

JD
Jay D.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

Our suites feature views of downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan, just two blocks from the Magnificent Mile. We're a 15-minute walk from Navy Pier and Millennium Park. The Grand CTA station is half a mile away, for access to more Chicago landmarks along the Red Line. Enjoy free made-to-order breakfast and our complimentary evening social.


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