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Freehand Chicago

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(64 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Queen Room (Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(76 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

King Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Queen Room (Private) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Quadruple Room, Women only

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Private Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In Female Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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Private Female Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Private Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In Shared Quad Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and self parking.
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Freehand Chicago. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Broken Shaker
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Chinese Consulate and 5 minutes on foot from Holy Name Cathedral
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

Broken Shaker – This cocktail bar specialises in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1198 out of 2619 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 635 out of 2619 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 364 out of 2619 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 190 out of 2619 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 232 out of 2619 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Selin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arriving to our room here, Half of the power in our bunk beds was not working, A/C did not work, and our toilet would only flush once before overflowing (It was malfunctioning, not clogged). We complained about this 3 times to the front staff, and they had told us that they would send a member up to fix this. Long story short, they never came once to look at or fix the toilet, so we would have to take the elevator down 8 stories to the basement to just use the restroom. I’d like to add that there is only one working elevator, and guests were clearly bugged with the long wait times to get where you need to be. If you’re looking for a hotel to feel like you wasted your hard earned money at between low quality amenities and embarrassing customer service, this is the one for you. If there was an option to rate this 0/10, I would. Wouldn’t recommend to my worst enemy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rafay

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I checked out 15 minutes after I checked in. I paid around $900 for 2 nights. The place was disgusting. I can’t believe this is the quality of place that can exist in river north. The fact that it is 100 plus years old doesn’t justify the uncleanliness and how dirty it is. The bed is very uncomfortable, the light was dirty, the window was so dirty, and the bedding had stains. The walls had so many markers and dirt visible. We could not even stay the night and had to find an alternative place. VERY INCONVENIENT parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Samia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JEROME

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a convenient place to stay at if you just need a quick place to stay at. Staff were so friendly, and rooms were pretty cool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Staff & service
I’ve stayed in a handful of hostels now, and I’ll say this one did what it needed to. Personally I wouldn’t do more than a day or two. But loved the bar and Photo Booth!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Qilin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every thing is good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Samoeun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor bathroom!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere of the hotel. The only thing that was a little off was there was only one working elevator. Regardless it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siomara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Taliya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This hotel was really cheap so I had low expectations, the staff were pretty nice but once I arrived to my room there were several issues. Two lamps in my room didn’t work, the TV didn’t work and I had to call maintenance, the curtain on the window wasn’t even the right size so only about 65% of the window could be covered. The worst part was that there was mold in the shower tiles! And the A/C was filthy and had dust all over it! Then the elevator situation sucked since one was broken so I was waiting for at least 15 mins every time I had to go somewhere. I Wouldn’t go here ever again. I also thought it was so stupid you couldn’t being outside food into the lounge area, which also the cushions there were very dingy and dirty. If your in a money pinch and need a very cheap place to stay I would recommend in that case…
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alondra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super atmospheric!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dusty, but the room was quiet at least.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Afiwa

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place…. Very noisy though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristhian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mofan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025