Search
Photos
About
Rooms
Amenities
Reviews
Location
When to book
Tips & FAQs
Nearby stays
Freehand Chicago
4 stars

Freehand Chicago

19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Chicago, IL
See location+1 312 940 3699
From
163 ﷼
Cheapest

rate per night

7.4
Good
based on 4591 reviews
4,591 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
163 ﷼
King room
259 ﷼
Double room
294 ﷼
76 more Freehand Chicago deals
76 more Freehand Chicago deals

Photos of Freehand Chicago

About Freehand Chicago

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Upscale Art Deco hotel, a quick walk to Northwestern Memorial Hospital A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, 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 safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Latest deals for Freehand Chicago

Tue 11/26
Wed 11/27
Classic room
bed type unknown
470 ﷼
bed type unknown
488 ﷼
bed type unknown
499 ﷼
King room
bed type unknown
259 ﷼
bed type unknown
273 ﷼
bed type unknown
284 ﷼
Standard room
1 twin bed
163 ﷼
bed type unknown
300 ﷼
bed type unknown
482 ﷼
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
331 ﷼
bed type unknown
388 ﷼
bed type unknown
518 ﷼
Double room
bed type unknown
294 ﷼
bed type unknown
304 ﷼
bed type unknown
321 ﷼
Superior room
bed type unknown
402 ﷼
bed type unknown
449 ﷼
bed type unknown
451 ﷼
Queen room
bed type unknown
306 ﷼
bed type unknown
357 ﷼
bed type unknown
415 ﷼
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Freehand Chicago

  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee shop

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Evening entertainment
  • Night club

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Laptop safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Freehand Chicago

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

7.4
GoodBased on 4,591 verified guest reviews
Pros +
Cons -
Traveler type:
Time of Year:
Show reviews that mention
Traveler rating:
Sort by:
A
9.7 Wonderful
Pros:NEARLY EVERYTHING
Cons:The bed was a little wonky
A
9.7 Wonderful
Pros:The atmosphere at Freehand was excellent. Everything from the decor to the staff was super welcoming. I would stay there again.
Cons:The only downside we’re the rooms were a little small. I don’t mind small rooms but with two people it made it a little difficult to navigate around.
A
8.8 Very good
Pros:Location is perfect. Down town close to all transportation. Price was reasonable. Staff was very pleasant and accommodating.
Cons:Window in room didn’t open and no air circulation.
A
8.0 Very good
Pros:Great location - within walking distance of many attractions, like The House of Blue, Chicago Riverwalk, Magnificent Mile, and eateries. Also conveniently located for public transportation - within one block of the "L" System and close to many bus lines. Trendy - not your conventional décor. The tiles in the shower set it apart from molded walls in many hotels. Argan line of toiletries provided. Fitness Center - small but adequately equipped. Activities - we took advantage of the architectural tour which was informative. There were other interesting activities we would have joined but we didn't have the time.
Cons:Our room was tight. The queen bed pretty much took up the whole space. Not a lot of surface on which to put things. Small closet had only two hangers. My husband did not find the bed comfortable - the mattress was relatively thin and on a platform (instead of box spring).
A
7.4 Good
Pros:great location, very funky bar and set up on first floor, clean spaces and a fun experience with lots of young travelers visiting chicago so it has a great international feel to it. almost like a high end youth hostel in a way
Cons:got quite a bit of an attitude with first reception at desk... but next morning, a different person at front desk was terrific. free breakfast doesn't really include many options
Z
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The Freehand is a place that my fiance and I visit at least once annual (anniversary) and we decided to come back again! Always a pleasant stay, really nice staff, and lovely decor and overall vibe. LOVE the Freehand!
A
7.7 Good
Pros:fantastic location. easy access to public transportation, especially for rides to/from o’hare. walkable to activities/locations like millennium park, river walk, shopping, etc. cleaning staff is pretty thorough in keeping the room and bathroom clean and tidy.
Cons:front desk staff could be friendlier and more helpful. breakfast can be improved— food offerings and how it is served. it was chaotic trying to get my bread toasted and coffee poured into a cup.
A
9.4 Wonderful
Pros:Best bed! Very comfortable
A
6.5 Okay
Pros:Staff was sympathetic and helpful. The location and both the restaurant and cafe in the lobby were awesome.
Cons:They were having a lot of maintenance issues during our stay. Pipes broke in the rooms next to us so the fire escape doors were open. Our heating/cooling system didn't work in our room and the best they could do was give us a fan and some drink tickets. The icing on the cake was being harassed by two bros in the elevator.
A
2.0 Poor
Cons:Being as I did not have a credit card I was NOT allowed to check in and my mother paid for it on line and is now being told she can not get a refund

Location

19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611

What's nearby

  • Magnificent Mile382 m
  • Chicago Riverwalk0.6 km
  • Chicago Theater0.8 km
  • 360 CHICAGO0.8 km
  • Chicago Cultural Center1 km
  • Cloud Gate1.1 km
  • Millennium Park1.1 km
  • Chicago Lakefront Trail1.4 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago1.5 km
  • Symphony Center1.5 km
  • Willis Tower1.7 km
  • Grant Park1.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Freehand Chicago

Low season

April

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

366 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

208 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 58% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Freehand Chicago

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for your stay at Freehand Chicago

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Freehand Chicago, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Freehand Chicago, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Freehand Chicago was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was 208 ﷼, while the most expensive was 208 ﷼.
  • How long should you stay at Freehand Chicago? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Freehand Chicago

  • What special offers or deals can guests take advantage of at the Freehand Chicago?

    When you are planning on staying at the Freehand Chicago for a minimum of 2 nights, you will be eligible to receive a discount on your entire booking. Additionally, the hotel periodically offers summer deals that allow guests to receive complimentary cocktails during their stay and pay a reduced rate on their room. During the spring, keep your eyes open for the Spring Ahead discount, a deal for visitors that will be at the hotel for 3 nights.

  • Does the Freehand Chicago offer any excursions or tours for guests?

    To learn more about the region’s delicious cuisine and discover how to prepare it yourself, sign up for either a food tour or cooking class through the Social Table, a company that the Freehand Chicago has a partnership with. For those that enjoy architecture, there are also tours offered by the Chicago Architecture Foundation, which you can RSVP for at the hotel’s front desk.

  • What fitness and sports activities are offered through the Freehand Chicago?

    For guests that are interested in a new and unique experience, sign up for a class through the Trapeze School Chicago. Teaching you how to balance and tight-rope walk, these classes are a great way to burn some calories, and you will receive a discount when you are a guest at the Freehand Chicago. If you enjoy yoga, spice things up a bit by taking a class on a paddle board. When you make your reservation with the hotel, you will be eligible for discounts. Guests are welcome to book kayaking tours through Urban Kayak, which will allow you to see different parts of the city.

  • What local sites and attractions are near the Freehand Chicago?

    Considered to be one of the most important buildings in American architecture, the Frederick C. Robie House is only a 15m drive from the Freehand Chicago and offers both guided and individual tours. If you enjoy art and design, don’t forget to visit the Richard H. Driehaus Museum, which is a 5m drive from the hotel. For an authentic nightlife experience in the city, go to Andy's Jazz Club, a bar that can be reached by car in less than 7m.

  • How can guests easily go from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to the Freehand Chicago?

    If you will be traveling with a substantial amount of luggage, consider renting your own car or using a taxi service to go from Chicago O’Hare International Airport to the Freehand Chicago. The drive will last between 20 and 25m if there is no congestion, and a regular UberX fare will cost you approximately $25 to $30, while a larger UberXL will be closer to $45 to $50. If you’re interested in traveling on a budget, use public transportation to make the trip instead. The Blue line train will bring you to the hotel in 1h, and a standard one-way ticket will cost you $2.50. For those that are renting a car, there are several companies to choose from at the airport, including Budget and Alamo. (Prices checked 06/06/19).

  • Where is Freehand Chicago located?

    Freehand Chicago is located at 19 East Ohio Street in Near North Side, 1.9 km from the center of Chicago. Magnificent Mile is the closest landmark to Freehand Chicago.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Freehand Chicago?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Freehand Chicago.

  • Does Freehand Chicago offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Freehand Chicago offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Freehand Chicago from the airport?

    Freehand Chicago is 15.2 km from Chicago Midway.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Freehand Chicago hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Freehand Chicago in Chicago and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Freehand Chicago and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Freehand Chicago.

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Closest

See more nearby stays
3-star hotel
Acme Hotel Company8.2 Excellent (1,701 reviews)0.02 kmFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge436 ﷼+
4-star hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North7.9 Good (2,366 reviews)0.08 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Restaurant522 ﷼+
3-star hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile7.5 Good (2,855 reviews)0.08 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Restaurant425 ﷼+
3-star hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago - Downtown8.2 Excellent (2,671 reviews)0.11 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Room service417 ﷼+

Cheapest

See cheapest stays in Chicago
3-star hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown8.5 Excellent (2,388 reviews)0.22 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Room service409 ﷼+
3-star hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago - Downtown8.2 Excellent (2,671 reviews)0.11 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Room service417 ﷼+
3-star hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile7.5 Good (2,855 reviews)0.08 kmIndoor pool, Fitness center, Restaurant425 ﷼+
3-star hotel
Acme Hotel Company8.2 Excellent (1,701 reviews)0.02 kmFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge436 ﷼+

Most recommended

See most recommended stays in Chicago
3-star hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile9.1 Excellent (21 reviews)0.26 kmFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge578 ﷼+
4-star hotel
Riu Plaza Chicago9 Excellent (382 reviews)0.34 kmFitness center, Bar/Lounge, Free Wi-Fi499 ﷼+
4-star hotel
The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago9 Excellent (288 reviews)0.19 kmFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge848 ﷼+
4-star hotel
Omni Chicago Hotel8.7 Excellent (1,561 reviews)0.34 kmFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge775 ﷼+

Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to city center

1.9 km

Nearest Airport

Chicago Midway

Distance to airport

15.3 km