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HI Chicago Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Millennium Park

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Experience the warm atmosphere of our lobby, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a staircase, and large windows.
Enjoy a city view from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring a plush bed and a unique mountain-inspired wall decoration.
Relax in a spacious indoor area with a pool table and dining space, surrounded by large windows offering a view of the outside.
Relax in our inviting lobby, featuring a comfortable seating area with armchairs and a long bench, plus large windows offering a view of the outside.
Enjoy a game of ping pong in this spacious indoor area with a ping pong table and comfortable seating areas.
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)

  • Restaurants
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
The current price is ฿3,621
฿4,250 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

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Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Compact room with a bunk bed arrangement, a single chair, and a small table, offering a functional space for guests.

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, desk, and chair, offering a comfortable space to unwind.

Full Size Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Compact room with a bunk bed arrangement, featuring a single bed with a headboard and a desk for work or study.

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, desk, and window offering a view.

Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

Compact room with a bunk bed arrangement, featuring a single bed with a headboard and a desk for work or study.

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Experience the city from your retreat, featuring a comfortable bed, bedside table, and city views.

King Size Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, desk, and chair, offering a comfortable space to unwind.

Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, comfortable mattresses, and large windows.

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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 International 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

  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Subs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of State Street and Millennium Park. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Cafecito, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Harrison Station is 3 minutes and Harold Washington Library Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

More about this property

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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 and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

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.

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 cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed on site
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Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Ping pong
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Segway hire/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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
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Special features

Dining

Cafecito – This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
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Fees & policies

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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 that 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
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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 that you 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 on-site 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site 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 such as cycling, hiking and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire.

Are there restaurants at or near HI Chicago Hostel?

Yes, there's an on-site 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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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HI Chicago Hostel Reviews

Reviews

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Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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  • Breakfast was a highlight with options including fruit, eggs, bread, muffins, and toppings. (31 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Really comfortable clean stay
Harikrishna, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hostel
Augusto, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location, friendly staffs and all clean
Thais, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good area, right next to Cafecito which was a nice place to grab a bite to eat. Stayed here for Lollapalooza and thought it was just what we needed.
Isis, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, quiet, great location, and front desk staff is really nice!
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to be in
Wael, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best hostel in chicago.
Krishnendu, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was above and beyond
Kevin, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

This is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at! Stayed here for Lolla and it was a quick 5min walk, just one block over. Easy access to anywhere in the loop, great transportation, felt very safe as a solo female traveler. Loved it!
Sarah, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Very good places to stay
Junrong, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

amazing
makayla, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Nice spot to take a quick rest and shower. They stored bags for a few even after check out to wander the city. Def would stay again!
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The HI Chicago Hostel is a convenient place in the Chicago Loop, easy to arrive using the CTA Subway (one our trip from the airport!); it serves its purpose with clean rooms for 8 with their own shower, a wide and clean cooking area and confortable social spaces where you can meet a diverse array of guests from all around the world. Highly reccomended if your stay will be 1-2 weeks.
German, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A really welcoming place. All the amenities are there, works perfectly. People are warm. Feels like home.
KUNJAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I absolutely enjoyed my two nights at the HI Chicago hostel for Lollapalooza. As a solo traveler, the common areas and events held by staff were a great way to meet new people from all over the country and the world, as well as have some fun. Whether you’re traveling solo or not, I’d recommend staying here. Even though I had an obnoxious roommate, the bed was comfortable and the location is great being in the loop , a lot of great food options nearby.
Calvin, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Friendly staff, safe space
Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

I really liked this hostel. The bed was cozy. The people were quiet. It was very secure!
Alexandria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was overall good, you need a lock and earplugs
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Place was clean, lots of activities and snacks, great artwork throughout the whole place! Showers restrooms u name it!
Austyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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