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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Relax in style with plush seating and a classic design, featuring a sofa, armchairs, and a bookshelf.
Step into a welcoming space with a bar area featuring a selection of beverages and lush greenery.
Book lovers can enjoy a curated collection of art and literature on display.
Relax in a cozy lounge area with a comfortable sofa, wooden cabinet, and decorative sculpture.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a stylish counter and pendant lights above, a shelf with decorative items, and a window with a view of the street.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

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Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Upscale hotel near Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Located close to Chinese Consulate and Holy Name Cathedral, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Broken Shaker, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, a water dispenser and tour/ticket information
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Broken Shaker
  • Cafe Integral

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Freehand Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 13 Aug 2025 start from NZ$227.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Freehand Chicago?

Self-parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Freehand Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Consulate, Holy Name Cathedral and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 930 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 525 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 268 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 155 out of 2062 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 184 out of 2062 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Stayed many times, great fun!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great convenient stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Would totally stay here again. Loved it for a weekend staycation!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

The great place to stayed if you are traveling alone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

really great place to stay for the price. I had a private room, and I loved the lounge and bar area in the hotel -- very cool looking for what is a hostel -- it looks more like an Ace Hotel "lite"
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Exceptional price for the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great hotel in the middle of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Great location but very small rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Cool spot, unique place that we enjoyed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The Freehand is a great property. Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Loved that many of the original building elements were preserved. Great having a bar that was open 7 days a week and a cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Great staff. Great hot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Location was great, property was clean and the staff was awesome! Will be back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Worth for the money, if you just wanna stay overnight with tight budget, this is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

The building was really old, but functional and the area was phenominal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Greats place to stay. I always book here for a last minute book or a 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Loved My Stay at Freehand Chicago! Great vibes, amazing location, and super friendly staff! The place has a cool, cozy feel with clean rooms and a fun bar downstairs. Perfect spot if you want to explore Chicago without spending too much. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Great front desk service. Cool property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10

The hotel was in a great area walking distance to just about everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice place, good staff, fun place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

It was cozy but the vibe was very homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

great location and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Loved staying here! I chose a shared female quad, and my roommates were awesome! I’ve never stayed in a hostel type setting but I would absolutely stay at the Freehand again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025