Chicago Getaway Hostel

Property class: 2
Georgian hostel with private beach, near Lake Michigan

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When you stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and segway rentals/tours, and free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights at this Georgian hostel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is close by: Fullerton Station is just 10 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Child-friendly activities

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a red Coca-Cola cooler, and a wall with a pattern of black and white images.

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with red bedding, a small table with a plant, and a bunk bed with red bedding.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed with a laptop on a desk, a red chair, and a black bean bag.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a radiator, and a window with blinds.

4-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with blinds, a radiator, and a sink.

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, and a potted plant.

10-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lincoln Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kingston Mines - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 44 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 53 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 84 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 103 min drive
  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Chicago Ravenswood Station - 7 min drive
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Diversy Station - 16 min walk
  • Armitage Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bourgeois Pig Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Basil Leaf Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Del Seoul - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

  • When you stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and segway rentals/tours, and free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights at this Georgian hostel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is close by: Fullerton Station is just 10 minutes by foot.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 119 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No alcohol served onsite

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Reviews

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Free breakfast was a great perk, offering a variety of options including waffles, cereal, toast, and more. (63 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient location with a variety of nearby restaurants and a complimentary breakfast. (36 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, good staff and facilities
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location Friendly staff Well maintained property
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10/10 Exceptional

This stay was great! I’d recommend this location and stay in this area!
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10/10 Exceptional

Really easy check-in and room was just like living back in the dorms (which I enjoyed)!
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, súper friendly satff, I would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is very well located.
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10/10 Exceptional

My first time staying here. The staff is friendly and the room was exactly as described. I would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice people in reception and the place was nice also ver close to the city and a safe zone
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is great. Perfect for my weekend stay. Close to restaurants,
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great and made everything easy!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean facility, friendly staff, good breakfast.
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10/10 Exceptional

Super nice staff. Great place. So convenient, safe, and felt like home for a few days
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8/10 Very good

My daughter and I had a great stay. We came for a concert so it was perfect. Staff was friendly, bed was ok for the night, rooms and bathrooms were very clean too. Would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here many times and will continue to in the future a quiet beautiful neighborhood that makes you feel like a local. The hostel is always clean and staff is great as well as the whole ambiance and other visitors.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hostel was a great proce and location. The free breakfast was good and the staff had great recommendations.
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10/10 Exceptional

I love the property location. I felt incredibly safe. Great staff too. Walking distance from the train and the parks
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8/10 Very good

Great location

A very nice hostel in a great location. I'd definitely recommend it for anyone looking for cheap accommodations in a nice neighborhood.
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6/10 Good

Easy access to the metro bus/train; quiet neighborhood with lots of nearby restaurants.
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8/10 Very good

Nice and safe locality
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10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in Chicago ! Good parking ! Clean!
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff where very friendly and helped us with any questions or assistance. The location was perfect to catch the train and busses to get to every tourist areas. Perfect place!
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10/10 Exceptional

The area is super beautiful! The community, staff, and vibes were nice. Lots of kids and elderly so I felt safe :)
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10/10 Exceptional

Hostel was great, staff was friendly, neighborhood has a good selection of restaurants and convenience stores. Definitely recommend!
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8/10 Very good

Exactly what we expected staying in a private room at a hostel. Nice walkable area with lots of food options.