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4.3 out of 5

"Very nice stay! Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. " More

By a verified traveler on Wed 15 Mar 2023

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Hotel Description

Eco-friendly hostel near Millennium Park

City center stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hostel, you'll find Grant Park and Millennium Park. Art Institute of Chicago and Michigan Avenue are also within half a mile (1 km).

Free breakfast

This hostel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast and free WiFi. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 2 conference rooms, 24-hour business center, and express check-out. A restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities are also provided.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$74* Per night/room Mar 28 - Mar 29

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Deluxe Suite, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

HI Chicago ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for HI Chicago

Everyone (8) Family (2)
5 out of 5
Very nice stay! Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at.

Posted by on Mar 15, 2023

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5 out of 5
It's next to a train that runs often so that is a set back but other than that , it is fine. . .

Posted by on Dec 23, 2022

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2 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 21, 2022

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4 out of 5
It was VERY comforting to know only people staying at the hostel could access the floors. The L train loop is within a 4/5 min walking distance making anything a train ride away!

Posted by , from San Antonio on Sep 20, 2022

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5 out of 5
Very economical. Everything we needed.

Posted by on Dec 13, 2021

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5 out of 5
Everything was awesome. Best experience yet. The facility definitely compliments a bust to the Windy City.

Posted by on Jan 23, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 27, 2020 by Manager

Thanks for your review and support

5 out of 5
Lots of comfortable common space with free wifi, suite also had nice amount of shared gathering space with plus of private bedrooms. Great price for extraordinary location right downtown.

Posted by on Nov 21, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 21, 2019 by Manager

Thanks for your review

5 out of 5
I was walked in on by the Supervisor. He claimed to not have known that the room was occupied, although he had a room list in his hand. I suggest that you all review your room checking process to ensure that room occupancy is updated in alignment with the room checking intervals. I requested a refund and will be contacting corporate, if my refund is not honored

Posted by on Jul 27, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 28, 2019 by Manager

Thank you for choosing our hotel for your recent visit to HI Chicago. It was disheartening to read about the challenges you encountered during your stay. We take these concerns seriously and place great emphasis on maintaining a clean and healthy safe environment for all of our guests. Your concerns have been relayed to our leadership team and together we will make sure steps are taken so this doesn't happen again. Please feel free to call the Hostel and speak with our Front Desk Manager Rey Matos, as you are anonymous and we cant contact you.

3 out of 5
This is THE most expensive HOSTEL i have ever stayed in!!!

Posted by on Jun 16, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 16, 2019 by Paul

Sorry you felt our prices were a bit high. We try our best to keep our prices competitive in order to provide our guests with the quality service you have come to expect from HI

5 out of 5
I like the fact that the hotel is located near everything.

Posted by on Jun 7, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 16, 2019 by Paul

Thanks for the feedback

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-friendly HI Chicago. This Chicago hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1886
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Chicago Van Buren Street Station (0.4 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Metro station: Harold Washington Library Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

HI Chicago offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Cafecito - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby

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 available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at 3:00 AM
  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged USD 3 at check-in, payable to the hostel.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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. No onsite parking is available. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 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, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC), Safe Travels (WTTC - Global), and SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

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

  • Club Card: USD 4 per person, per night
  • Child's Club Card: USD 0 per night, (up to 17 years old)

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

Optional extras

Hotel Names

  • Hostelling International Chicago Chicago Hostel
  • Hostelling International Chicago Summer Hotel Chicago
  • Hostelling International Chicago Hostel
  • Hostelling International Chicago
  • Hostel HI Chicago
  • HI Chicago Chicago
  • HI Chicago Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • HI Chicago Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Awards & Affiliations

Green / Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

  • Green Globe
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.