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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Michigan Avenue

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby sitting area
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Explore the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • Popular LocationLincoln Park Zoo14 min walk
  • Popular LocationWrigley Field3 min drive
  • Popular LocationChicago Riverwalk5 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)33 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.4/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8/10 Good
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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4-Bed Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4-Bed Dormitory

8.8/10 Excellent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

8.4/10 Very Good
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

8/10 Very Good
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

7.9/10 Good
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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The price is $131
per night
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Lincoln Park stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Lincoln Park hostel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. Wrigley Field and Michigan Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 14 min walk
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min drive
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min drive
  • Navy Pier - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Philz Coffee - 6 min walk
  • Colectivo Coffee Roasters - 4 min walk
  • Velvet Taco - 5 min walk
  • Del Seoul - 5 min walk
  • Casati’s Pizza Vino - 4 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Family-friendly stay near Michigan Avenue
A private beach is featured. You'll find a business center on site. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Chicago Getaway Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Chicago hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1928
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 7.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to the airport?

Chicago Getaway Hostel is 16.2 mi (36-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chicago Getaway Hostel on May 27, 2024 start from $75.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 2.5 mi (8-min drive) from North Avenue Beach and 3.5 mi (10-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel offer free breakfast?

Chicago Getaway Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Rivers Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for USD 32 per night.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have a pool?

Chicago Getaway Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to downtown Chicago?

Chicago Getaway Hostel is 3.4 mi away from Chicago.

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1006 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, cute neighborhood and building
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Very nice facility. But the walls were so thin. Had a group of chatty gossip queens in the room next door to me that were up all night being loud and rude. It’s funny the whole floor was empty it seemed, except my room and there's. It was like they grouped us together on purpose. Room was nice otherwise. Breakfast was some cereal and eggo waffles.

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Allen Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a nice clean comfortable place to rest our head and this was exactly it. The 24 hour reception allowed us to arrive after our late night flight, and the included breakfast was an unexpected surprise. We are so thrilled we found a new hostel to add to our list when we travel to Chicago, and we cannot wait to be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber, Castle Rock

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked this for two nights for my husband who needed simple economical lodging for a work trip that wouldn’t be reimbursed. This fit the bill perfectly. We got him the room with private bath and he found it comfortable, clean and quiet. He said the staff was wonderfully helpful and polite and that the stay overall was really a positive surprise. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience overall. I traveled alone and felt safe the entire time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, easy access to lake, subway, restaurants, etc. safe neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ciara

Liked: Staff & service
The beds are not comfortable at all. The showers are way too small. No privacy, so just hope youre the only one in the nathroom at tue time. Theres like a drain right infront of the ahowers and it smells so bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teigan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not aware that this mostel is for out of state residents of IL only. It does not state that on their website. I have submitted a copy of their email to me stating that you will waive any fees. I have attached a copy of their email. please refund my money. thank you. Teigan Hoffman We noticed that you have a Chicagoland phone number. Please be aware that if your zip code starts with 60 (606, 601, 603.. etc) you will not be able to check into Chicago Getaway Hostel. If you have a local zip code please contact the -----------pany you made your reservation to cancel, we will waive any fees. Thank you for your understanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024