The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near Chicago Riverwalk

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Business centre
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Family)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Royal)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Columbus)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (State, King, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lasalle, King, Hearing Accesible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (State, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Michigan, King, Hearing Accesible)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Royal, Tub)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Royal, Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (LaSalle)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Skyline)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 139 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Columbus, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Fitness)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 89 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 157 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

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71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601

What's nearby

  • Chicago Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Millennium Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grant Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Navy Pier - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 40 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 49 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Chicago Union Station - 26 min walk
  • Randolph-Wabash Station - 4 min walk
  • State Station - 4 min walk
  • Lake Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪LH Rooftop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Base Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Travelle Kitchen + Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, only a five-minute walk from Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Hoyt's American Tavern, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short 10-minute walk of Chicago Theatre and Millennium Park. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Randolph-Wabash Station is 4 minutes and State Station is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 381 rooms
  • Arranged over 39 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 21
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (USD 58 per night)
  • On-site valet parking (USD 75 per night)
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (16000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 83
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 77
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch plasma TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Dining

Hoyt's American Tavern – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 32 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 0.00 per day (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 58 per night
  • Valet parking costs USD 75 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Chicago Grand Wyndham
Wyndham Chicago Grand
Wyndham Chicago Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Riverfront
Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront Hotel
Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel Chicago
71 Hotel Chicago
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Wyndham Grand Riverfront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 58 per night. Valet parking costs USD 75 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (9-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown?
Yes, Hoyt's American Tavern offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown like?
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is located by the river in Downtown Chicago, a short 4-minute walk from Randolph-Wabash Station and 2 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Asked about early check in. They said they had rooms available. Started process and then was made aware there was a $50 charge for early check in. If the rooms are sitting there empty and I can check in in 3-4 hours with no charge why not just check us in early without an additional charge?
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Benoit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, large room
Great location and a standard room is huge by comparison with other hotels. Highly recommend
Robert, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dennis, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Kendall, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pick this one!
I really enjoyed my stay. The front desk staff was super friendly and the hotel is very clean and updated but still has a lot of charm- I loved the furnishings! Additionally, I loved the toiletries but they only provided one set of bar soap/lotion (I stayed for three days) so be aware.
Sara, 3-night business trip
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6/10 Good

James, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jacquelyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel , great view of the city and great atmosphere at the bar 😬
Yajaira, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Philippe, 2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor

Siddharth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was excellent, everything about my experience was awesome
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was an excellent stay .. and the best view
AnaTere, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great view of the river
Clean, friendly service with a wonderful view of the river. The pillows were very comfortable, but the bed was a bit firm. It did bother my hip a little. However. I would definitely stay again!
Lisa, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very accommodating , beautiful view of river
Fred, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Howards, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

They didn't respect any promotion even that we call to make sure the offer was eligible for us. And they said that i will be , but when we show up, they said they didn't have a clue about, the offer email that they sent to us
Ana, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laura, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
We were signed up for city view 8th floor but it was really a view of other tall buildings.
Sherry, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My fiancé and I arrived here for a very much needed vacation. We arrived early before check in time and Victoria at the front desk was very friendly, allowed us to check in before time and upgraded our room.
Latoya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

A good choice for the Chicago Marathon
Very nice stay in connection to running the Chicago Marathon. Very near the start and finish of that marathon which is a big plus. Snacks provided by the hotel on the morning of the race was also a very nive and appreciated touch. Room spacious and amazing view to the river. Then why only 4 stars instead of 5? Two reasons for that: In the room there is a coffeemaker…but nothing for teadrinkers. I have never stayed in a hotel where there have only been one option and not the other. Being a teadrinker and not a coffedrinker, this is a letdown. We stayed in 1201 which is right next to the elevator, like right next to. The dings of the elevator were very loud, and were impossible not to notice, both awake and during the night.
Melisa, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Katie, 2-night family trip
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