Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • State Street
    1 min walk
  • The Berkshire Room
    1 min walk
  • Grand Station (Red Line)
    2 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    36 min drive
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Quadruple Room, Women only

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Classic Queen Room (Private)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Queen Room (Private)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness centre
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and self parking.
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Freehand Chicago. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Broken Shaker
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Chinese Consulate and 5 minutes on foot from Holy Name Cathedral
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

Broken Shaker – This cocktail bar specialises in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Broken Shaker
  • Cafe Integral

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1572 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1572 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 136 out of 1572 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very dingy, poorly lit, carpets had stains, you couldn’t control the temperature and the phone to call the front desk didn’t work. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sena sude

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect!! Everywhere is sooo close
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Dimka

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is simply amazing! I enjoyed my time at Freehand Chicago SO much! And I'm 47 and haven't gone to a hostel in about 30 years! But this was so much better than most traditional, big-brand hotels I have gone to. I definitely want to go back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love here. The only thing that makes me sad is that they have the best bar of the Chicago, but the sound is too loud that I decide not to get. Otherwise, everything is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!! I will definitely be coming back here for my stays in Chicago!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic vibe. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price efficient, stylish, comfortable. Great place to stay on a budget in the middle of everything in River North.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff were very friendly and personable. Hotel was located near lots of good restaurants. Easy to access the L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkability and great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and is very close to all the things you wanna see. And if not it's close to the train that will take you there
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place. Interior design is very dark, if you're into a dark vibe this place is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
First time staying in a hostel place like this but it was cool, convenient, secure and great vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Liked: Staff & service
Generally okay experience, but the shared dorm room was lackluster. The couch in the room was busted and stained. There was no body wash, shampoo, or conditioner in the bathroom and the towels were smelly. The seating area in the lobby (Broken Shaker) was also musty and hot. I won't come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gazisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the hotel and the excellent customer service. The bed and bathroom was very clean. This is a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the comfort of the bed and easy access to the shower
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024