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HI Chicago Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Millennium Park

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Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Shared kitchen
Building design
HI Chicago - Hostel is the perfect haven for art lovers, located near Grant Park and Millennium Park. Enjoy continental breakfast, explore the library or play a game on the billiards/pool table; with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi, your stay will be seamless. The on-site restaurant Cafecito serves up delicious meals throughout the day and multilingual staff are always happy to help.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free WiFi

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
$94 nightly
The total price is $110
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees

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  • 213 sq ft
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grant Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 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

  • Epic Burger
  • ‪Maharaj Indian Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - ‬3 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of State Street 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

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Hotel size

    • 68 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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.
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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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
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Policies

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 9 minutes' walk from Millennium Park. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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HI Chicago Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with options including fruit, eggs, bread, muffins, and toppings, and was a great bonus for guests. (32 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very good places to stay
Junrong, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Chicago
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenience, Cool, and Comfortable

Amazing location in The Loop. Next to everything you could want....food, shopping, transportation, activities, parks, etc. Hostel was a cool vibe ... eclectic with a diverse mixture of people from different countries and ages.
Cherry-Ann, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly, check in was quick and easy. Really enjoyed the property!
Leland, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

LOVED

LovI d my stay and will definitely be staying here again in the future. If you live walking everything is about 10-45min walking distance from the hostel and it was worth the stay for the location and price
Reiley, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Forth time!

We stay here every year for Lolla. It’s a fun community, we always make friends. Clean, close the train, venue, and always had something going on for the festival. Highly recommend.
Carla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, easy check in/out, and nice area close to public transportation.
Rachael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

La gente es amable
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my 3rd time staying here and definitely will be back.
Linh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is really clean, well-kept and it's very nice here
Antonina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay
Gerald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Been a minute

Bed was great, first time seeing the new snack area in the lobby. Got some goodies when everything was closed. Staff are always great and nice. I jad another great time. I miss the breakfast though!
Roderick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fourth time here… and counting.

Great stay at HI Hostel! The location is unbeatable — right in the heart of the city, close to everything. Spacious, clean, with good bathrooms and a nice atmosphere. You meet cool people and get great value for the price. Would definitely stay again! This was my fourth time here… and counting.
Diego Enrique, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stat

All good from bathroom to quietness. Could have used a less fluffy pillow. The constant trains seemed like ocean waves. It did not keep me up.
Sean, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my favorite hostel
Mariana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient, affordable & also had breakfast every morning
Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect
Justina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked how close it was to a lot of restaurants.
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

24 hours open check-in, private lockers, clean bathroom, great common area, lots of activities to partake in
Saurav, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience!
Daniel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a nice place to keep your stuff at while you out all day, my partner and I enjoyed it.
Kayden, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly staff, safe space
Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very accommodating. And perfect.
Ashley Noel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service from all staff and wonderful atmosphere in the hostel. Pleasantly surprised by the complimentary breakfast for all!
Rami, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel in a great location, the highlights are free breakfast and group activities- I would stay there again!
Sabina, 4-night trip