HI Chicago Hostel

Property class: 1.5
Hostel with restaurant, near Grant Park

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When you stay at HI Chicago Hostel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grant Park and Millennium Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Cafecito, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 3 minutes and Harold Washington Library Station is 3 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (5)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $99
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a suitcase, and a pair of shoes on the floor.

Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

King Size Bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of buildings and a crane.

Full Size Bed

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

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a chair.

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a chair.

Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

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

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605

What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 25 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 43 min drive
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 4 min walk
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 13 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Harrison Station - 3 min walk
  • Harold Washington Library Station - 3 min walk
  • Jackson Station (Red Line) - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Pizza and Subs - ‬4 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

  • When you stay at HI Chicago Hostel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Grant Park and Millennium Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Cafecito, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 3 minutes and Harold Washington Library Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 68 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian.

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
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1886
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

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.

Also known as

Hostelling International Chicago Chicago Hostel

Hostelling International Chicago Summer Hotel Chicago

Hostelling International Chicago Hostel

Hostelling International Chicago

Hostel HI Chicago

HI Chicago

HI Chicago Hostel Chicago

HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Does HI Chicago Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HI Chicago Hostel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HI Chicago Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at HI Chicago Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at HI Chicago Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HI Chicago Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at HI Chicago Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at HI Chicago Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals.

Are there restaurants at or near HI Chicago Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cafecito.

What's the area around HI Chicago Hostel like?

HI Chicago Hostel is in Downtown Chicago, a short 3-minute walk from Harrison Station and 3 minutes' walk from Grant Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

HI Chicago Hostel Reviews

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Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Free breakfast was a huge bonus and a great addition to the stay. (61 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant was highly praised for serving delicious food and being a convenient option for guests. (17 reviews)
  • The property offers good and reliable internet service. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for single travel. I loved the vibe and kind staff!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Everything was really good
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10/10 Exceptional

great hostel experience, get location in town. I stayed in an individual room with a shared common area and bathroom and it was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great place for a short stay, The place was clean and the staff was very helpful and friendly. It was nice to have access to a fully equipped kitchen that was shared with other guests. Overall, would recommend and stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location to major Chicago sites. Friendly and resourceful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice staff and clean rooms
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room and great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, nice staff, great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Quite convenient location and pretty well maintained.
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8/10 Very good

Spacious, clean and comfortably room, great staff with many amenities on property.
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8/10 Very good

Good place to stay a few days Good location comfortable bed good shower and free coffee in the morning
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room.
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10/10 Exceptional

It is a great hostel. The bedrooms are clean, shower and toilet area is always clean and stocked, and the game area has a lot to offer. The staff are really helpful and polite.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing recommending things to do and places to eat in the area. The property itself is right on the red line and you can get to the best places including Wrigley and White Sox stadiums.
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful and kind staff who went above and beyond!
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6/10 Good

Okay clean and staff was helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

What a brand. Having been unsure about hostels , I’m sold! Great experience and met some amazing people. 10/10
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10/10 Exceptional

Cleanliness Affordable Location in city
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8/10 Very good

It's my 2nd time staying here and it's close to all the places I needed to get to. Its Safe and Convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional

I landed in at midnight and they had one bed left I was able to sleep which was great because I was very jet lagged. You can't beat the price for a last minute reservation in the loop.
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10/10 Exceptional

What an amazing stay the staff was very helpful. The place was clean. Everyone was really friendly and it’s so accessible to many landmarks and Taurus sites. There’s a whole bunch of food around and the only noise is the train.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the amenities given and staff was so helpful with everything. Top bunk kinda sucked in the women’s dorm because it’s shaky but it is what it is lol.
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10/10 Exceptional

really great experience, especially for the kitchen and recreation room.
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10/10 Exceptional

24 hr entry and the bed in its on area. FANTASTIC STAY. ILL BOOK AGAIN