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Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago is a hotel wedding venue based in Chicago, Illinois. Designed by esteemed architect Jeanne Gang, this space is situated in a stunning skyscraper within the Financial District of the city. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago is the perfect location for your dream wedding, offering a sophisticated setting with a flawless standard of service.
Facilities and Capacity
This Chicago-based wedding venue features a 28,000-square-foot event space, with a guest capacity ranging from 120 guests to 1,650 guests. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago provides both indoor and outdoor settings for your event, boasting scenic views of Lake Michigan the Windy City skyline. The Atlantic Ballroom is perfectly suited to larger celebrations, with 20-foot windows and cathedral style ceilings that will leave your guests with unforgettable memories. In contrast, The Pacific Ballroom offers couples a luxurious setting for more intimate affairs, creating a sophisticated atmosphere for you and your guests. Both ballrooms are adjacent to an elegant foyer equipped with a built-in bar, ideally suited for a cocktail reception during your special day. There is also fully-customizable digital signage available to effortlessly add a personal touch to your event.
Services Offered
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago services a wide spectrum of wedding events including engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. The experienced team is dedicated to the development of a personal connection with you, gaining a genuine understanding of your individual style, taste, and budget, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago allows clients to avail of an array of convenient features including setup, cleanup, and get ready rooms for your special occasion. The team also provides a selection of event items including tables, chairs, barware, flatware, and more. In addition, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago offers 24-hour valet parking as well as a self-park garage, ensuring your total satisfaction.
Cuisine
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago provides a variety of catering services to suit your specific preferences, turning your vision into a reality. The catering team allows clients to avail of delicious hors d’ oeuvres, plated meals, skilled servers, stations, and tastings. In addition, there is an array of bar services available including:
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- Cash bar
- Champagne toast
- House beer
- House liquor
- House wine
- Premium liquor
- Signature drinks
- Specialty beer
- Specialty wine
Accommodation
This Chicago-based hotel venue provides 334 chic rooms and suites, with modern furnishings, luxurious amenities, and breathtaking views of Lakeshore East Park and Millennium Park. Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago allows clients to avail of free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, comfortable bedding, and more during their stay, ensuring their complete comfort. Guests also have the opportunity to use the hotel’s fitness center, equipped with indoor and outdoor pools, steam room, and sauna room.
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Reviews of Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago
Feb. 2026 Wedding 10/10
As someone who owns and manages three restaurants in the Chicago suburbs and oversees events at all three, I understand what seamless execution should look like. We are also from Italy, and food was the most important element of our wedding, so we had very high standards going into the process. We hosted a 400 person wedding in February 2026. Here are our thoughts:
The Venue Coordinator: Tara
Tara, the hotel wedding coordinator, was absolutely exceptional. From start to finish, she went above and beyond. On the day of the wedding, she was somehow everywhere at once, making sure every detail was handled on her end, and every guest was taken care of. We had breakfast with champagne, full bars in the getting ready room, flawless setup for bride and hair/makeup team, and every moving part executed without us having to ask for a single thing.
She truly micromanaged the details, in the best possible way. Working with our hired wedding coordinators on every detail. That level of oversight is exactly what you need on a day with so many moving pieces. Her presence gave us complete peace of mind.
The Food
Food was our number one priority, and the venue exceeded our expectations. From the passed hors d’oeuvres to the salad, pasta course, and filet duo entrée, everything was excellent. The food came out HOT, which is very important and hard to achieve. The staff dropped each course professionally, without those banquet catering lids that you often see. The quality, temperature, presentation, and timing were all on point. We received countless compliments from family and friends, many of whom are very particular about food, which meant everything to us.
The Service and Staff
The service team deserves just as much recognition. From the bartender Milos to Captain Miguel, along with the bellhop and front desk staff, every single person we interacted with was professional, attentive, and kind. There were even instances where guests accidentally left wedding envelopes behind, and the staff immediately returned them to our coordinators.
That level of honesty and attentiveness speaks volumes. Our out-of-town guests and family/friends that stayed at the hotel also had a wonderful experience. The rooms were gorgeous and spotless. I had read prior reviews mentioning cleanliness concerns, so I personally followed up with many of our guests who stayed at the hotel, and not one had a complaint.
Final Thoughts
The Radisson Blu exceeded our expectations in every category, coordination, food, service, and accommodations. As someone in hospitality, I can confidently say they delivered at a very high level, and I would absolutely recommend this venue to any couple looking for a well run and memorable wedding experience. 4-star Hotel with service better than some 5-star Hotels I’ve attended!
Wedding of the Century
There was a little chaos for my husband and I while we were in transit from the church we had our mass to the hotel. Saying we were a bit more stressed than we needed to be on our wedding day is an understatement. However, the moment I walked through the Radisson's doors and Rosie, the Senior Catering Sales Manager/hotel coordinator, greeted me, she assured me that everything was in her hands and the night was going to go off perfectly, which it did! As my bridal party and I were taking pictures in the Presidential Suite before the cocktail hour, Rosie even sent one of her staff up to the room with two of Shane's and my favorite cocktails, a Manhattan severed properly, a bottle of expensive champagne for my bridal party, and some snacks to remind us to sit back and relax as Rosie ran the show. In that moment, I knew I made decision having my wedding at the Radisson and truly let go of my stress to enjoy my day. :)
From the setup of the room, the drinks, the food, the desserts, the staff at the reception, everything was absolutely perfect! Rosie and her team made my wedding feel like we were at a J Gatsby party. The food and drinks were flowing and everyone was enjoying themselves. I do not need to go on and on about my wedding day and why you should have your wedding at the Radisson. If you are contemplating it, just do it. You will not regret it. I promise you. It was the best decision in regards to my wedding day. My parents have had my older sister's wedding there, my wedding there, and they are already planning for sister number 3's wedding to be there! The Radisson treated us like family, and having an event there is truly one hell of an experience. We love the Radisson!
Love,
The O'Mara and Durkin Family
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