
Marriott Marquis Chicago
Best for attendees who need direct McCormick Place/Wintrust Arena access and very large on-site event facilities.
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Marriott Marquis Chicago is a large South Loop convention hotel (1,205 rooms) directly connected to McCormick Place; read this if you need easy access to big conventions, arena events, or lakefront trails. Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is a 4-star riverfront convention hotel popular with business and group travelers; read this if you want a downtown base near Michigan Avenue and the Riverwalk.
Updated · about 2.5 miles (4.0 km) apart

Best for attendees who need direct McCormick Place/Wintrust Arena access and very large on-site event facilities.

Best for travelers who want a central Riverwalk/Michigan Avenue location with river views and downtown sightseeing within walking distance.
When Marriott Marquis Chicago wins: choose the Marriott Marquis if your priority is direct skybridge access to McCormick Place, the largest on-site ballrooms/meeting spaces, or a South Loop location near convention venues and lakefront trails.
When Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk wins: choose the Sheraton Grand if you prefer a downtown riverfront address near Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park and more walkable sightseeing right outside the door, while still retaining large meeting capacity.
Bottom line: both are Marriott-family properties that handle groups and conventions well — pick Marriott Marquis for venue connectivity and massive meeting rooms; pick Sheraton Grand for a central riverfront location and easier walking access to classic downtown attractions.
| Category | Marriott Marquis Chicago | Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large South Loop convention hotel focused on meetings and Lake Michigan views | Riverfront downtown convention hotel oriented toward business and sightseeing |
| Location | South Loop, direct skybridge to McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena | Chicago Riverwalk / Near Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park |
| Size (rooms) | 1,205 guest rooms across ~39–40 floors | 1,218 guestrooms |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive — nearly 90,000 sq ft on-property plus direct McCormick Place access; dozens of meeting rooms | Large — 125,000 sq ft of conference space and 43 meeting rooms |
| Pool | No on-site pool | Indoor pool available (listing shows 1 indoor pool) |
| Restaurants & bars | Woven and Bound, 2121 Pantry, Showroom Food Hall, in-room dining | 3 restaurants including Shulas Steak House, coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars/lounges, room service (limited hours) |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa published; 24-hour fitness center on 4th floor with Lake Michigan views | Not published |
| Known for | Direct McCormick Place connectivity and large ballrooms/meeting venues | Riverfront location near Michigan Avenue and the Chicago Riverwalk |
| Family / age policy | All ages welcome; family-friendly | |
| Parking | On-site self and valet parking (rates vary by listing) | Self parking (surcharge) and covered parking available |
Marriott Marquis Chicago sits in the South Loop with a skybridge to McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena.
Pick Marriott Marquis when proximity to McCormick Place or the South Loop is the trip’s main practical need.
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is on the Chicago River near Michigan Avenue and Millennium Park.
Pick Sheraton Grand if you want to be in the middle of downtown walkable attractions and the Riverwalk.
Marriott Marquis has 1,205 rooms across about 39–40 floors with city and lake-view options plus suites.
Choose Marriott Marquis for high room count, lake-view options and suite variety near convention spaces.
Sheraton Grand offers a wide mix of Traditional, Deluxe and Suite room options, including river- and lake-view rooms.
Choose Sheraton Grand for river- or lake-view rooms and a downtown room inventory that supports groups and club-level guests.
Marriott Marquis provides multiple on-site venues from a full-service restaurant to a food hall and grab-and-go cafe.
Choose Marriott Marquis for varied on-property dining suited to groups and families, from quick bites to sit-down meals.
Sheraton Grand has several restaurants, a coffee shop and two bars—options for both full meals and cocktails.
Choose Sheraton Grand for riverfront restaurants and easy access to downtown dining outside the hotel.
Marriott Marquis does not list an on-site pool; its main leisure draw is the lakeside location and trails nearby.
If a hotel pool is essential, Marriott Marquis is not the right choice; it emphasizes convention access and lakefront nearby instead.
Sheraton Grand lists an indoor pool and typical hotel leisure amenities.
Pick Sheraton Grand if an on-site indoor pool and downtown walks along the river are priorities.
Marriott Marquis focuses on a 24-hour fitness center and nearby outdoor activities; no on-site spa is published.
Marriott Marquis is practical for workout-focused travelers and evening private events; spa treatments require off-site bookings.
Sheraton Grand offers a 24-hour fitness center and on-site bars; a named hotel spa is not published in the listing.
Sheraton Grand fits travelers who want a downtown evening scene and fitness options; spa details are not published.

Marriott Marquis — direct skybridge to McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena, large on-site ballrooms and many meeting rooms.

Sheraton Grand — riverfront location within a short walk of Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park and the Chicago Riverwalk.

Sheraton Grand — listing shows 1 indoor pool; Marriott Marquis does not have an on-site pool.

Marriott Marquis — very large ballrooms, many meeting rooms and direct connectivity to McCormick Place for overflow and exhibition needs.
Marriott Marquis — it has a direct skybridge to McCormick Place and is designed around convention traffic.
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk — it sits on the river near Michigan Avenue and is a short walk to Millennium Park and downtown sights.
Sheraton Grand lists an indoor pool; Marriott Marquis does not have an on-site pool. Neither hotel has a clearly published on-site spa facility in the provided listings.
Yes — both properties welcome guests of all ages and are suitable for families; neither is adults-only.
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