
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
Best for River North dining, an extensive on-site spa and a sizable indoor pool that families can use.
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Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago is a five-star River North tower hotel with large spa facilities and river/skyline views; read this if you want roomy suites, a big indoor pool and family-friendly services. The St. Regis Chicago is a modern 5-star luxury hotel in a landmark tower — read this if you prefer newer design, slightly higher guest ratings, and a central skyline position.
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Best for River North dining, an extensive on-site spa and a sizable indoor pool that families can use.

Best for travelers who want newer landmark architecture, modern design and a highly rated luxury stay near the Riverwalk and Millennium Park.
When Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago wins: pick Trump if you want a large on-site wellness complex (The Spa at Trump), a 75-foot heated indoor pool with river and skyline views, roomy suites and family-friendly programming.
When The St. Regis Chicago wins: pick The St. Regis if you prioritize newer landmark architecture, a higher guest rating and a contemporary St. Regis service footprint in a tower that emphasizes modern design.
Bottom line: both are five-star tower hotels within a short walk of the Chicago River and major downtown sights — choose Trump for the bigger spa/pool and established River North dining; choose The St. Regis for newer design and a higher guest-rating experience.
| Category | Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago | The St. Regis Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Traditional luxury tower with River North and Magnificent Mile orientation | Modern 5-star luxury in a high-profile landmark tower |
| Location (downtown) | River North, steps from Chicago Riverwalk and Magnificent Mile | |
| Size (rooms) | 339 guest accommodations | 192 air-conditioned rooms |
| Opening / age | Opened January 2008 | Not published |
| Pools | 75-foot heated indoor swimming pool (spa floor) | Number of indoor pools - 1 (supplier listing) |
| Restaurants & bars | Terrace 16 (seasonal New American, large outdoor terrace) + Rebar (Neo-Japanese bar/lounge) | 2 restaurants, 1 bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe (supplier listing) |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Trump — 23,000 sq ft, eucalyptus steam room, dry sauna, 24-hour fitness club | Full-service spa, steam room and spa treatment rooms (supplier listing) |
| Known for | River and skyline views, large event spaces and family-friendly amenities (Trump Kids) | Modern landmark design, high guest rating and central access to Riverwalk/Millennium Park |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive: about 26,000 sq ft total, multiple ballrooms and 18 meeting rooms | Number of meeting rooms - 8 (supplier listing) |
| Parking | On-site self-parking and valet (surcharge) | Valet parking (surcharge) and secured parking (supplier listing) |
Trump sits in River North where the Magnificent Mile meets the Chicago River — easy walking access to the Riverwalk, shops and architecture cruises.
Choose Trump for a classic River North base with immediate riverfront access and shopping nearby.
The St. Regis Chicago sits centrally with easy walks to the Riverwalk, Grant Park and Michigan Avenue.
Choose The St. Regis for a centrally placed, contemporary tower close to the Riverwalk and major parks.
Trump offers a wide range of large rooms and suites across 339 accommodations, many with river or lake views.
Trump is better if you want more suite options and larger room choices for families or extended stays.
The St. Regis Chicago lists a curated set of room types (192 rooms) with park and river view options and several suite levels.
The St. Regis appeals if you want modern room design and a smaller, service-focused room inventory.
Trump focuses on two signature outlets: Terrace 16 (large terrace dining) and Rebar (riverside bar and Neo-Japanese fare).
Pick Trump if terrace dining and a riverside lounge with nightlife are priorities.
The St. Regis Chicago lists two restaurants and a bar/lounge in the supplier listing plus a coffee shop/cafe.
Pick The St. Regis if you want modern St. Regis dining in a new tower footprint and in-room dining flexibility.
Trump’s signature on-site amenity is its large spa complex anchored by a 75-foot heated indoor pool with river and skyline views.
Trump is the choice for a substantial indoor-pool and spa facility with long hours and family programming.
The St. Regis Chicago includes on-site spa facilities and at least one indoor pool per its supplier listing.
St. Regis provides full-service spa amenities and an indoor pool within a contemporary luxury program.
Trump pairs 24-hour fitness and a large spa with lively late-night options at Rebar on weekends.
Trump combines substantial wellness facilities with an active weekend nightlife spot on the river.
The St. Regis emphasizes full-service spa treatments, a fitness center and quieter refined food-and-drink outlets.
St. Regis suits travelers seeking classic St. Regis service, spa focus and quieter in-house evening options.

Trump — a 23,000 sq ft spa and a 75-foot heated indoor pool with skyline and river views.

The St. Regis Chicago — a newer landmark tower with contemporary St. Regis styling and high guest ratings.

Trump — family programs (Trump Kids), larger suites and explicit child-friendly pool access rules.

The St. Regis Chicago — refined St. Regis service, fewer rooms and a focus on modern, quieter guest experience.
Both are within easy walking distance; Trump sits in River North steps from the Magnificent Mile and Riverwalk, while The St. Regis is centrally located within a short walk of Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue.
Trump has a notably large spa complex (23,000 sq ft) and a 75-foot heated indoor pool. The St. Regis has a full-service spa and one indoor pool per its supplier listing but a smaller overall room inventory.
No — both properties are all-ages hotels. Trump has family programming and The St. Regis supplier listing does not indicate an adults-only policy.
Trump has very large and varied event spaces (approximately 26,000 sq ft, multiple ballrooms and up to 300-guest capacities) making it the stronger option for large weddings and conferences.
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