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HI Chicago Hostel

24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, United States
Chicago, IL
See location+1 312 360 0300
From
136 ﷼
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Great
based on 6052 reviews
6,052 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
136 ﷼
Double room
274 ﷼
Deluxe room
305 ﷼

About HI Chicago Hostel

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Within 20 minutes' stroll from Chicago Union Station, HI Chicago Hostel offers guests an ideal base while visiting Chicago. It is conveniently located for those wishing to visit local attractions.

There are a variety of facilities available to those staying at the hostel, such as a concierge, an express check-in and check-out feature and a 24-hour reception. Those staying at the property can enjoy a book in the library. A friendly tour desk is on-site and Monroe Dearborn Subway Station is minutes away on foot, making it easy for guests to discover the local area and its attractions.

HI Chicago Hostel features 500 rooms, each equipped with heating and a refrigerator. They are also fitted with a microwave and a hair dryer.

Those staying at the hostel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, suitably based for those who want to stay nearby for a meal. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and cafés in the surrounding area.

Situated within a 10-minute walk of HI Chicago Hostel are Chicago Board of Trade Building and Grant Park. Guests can also visit Willis Tower, Millennium Park and the Chicago Public Library.

Latest deals for HI Chicago Hostel

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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at HI Chicago Hostel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

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

Bathroom

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

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of HI Chicago Hostel

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

8.3
Very goodBased on 6,052 verified guest reviews

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10.0 Wonderful
Its almost perfect. The only grey area are the events. They are becoming repetitive. New events should be added.
J
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Everything was AMAZING!!!
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:This is best hostel ı ever stayyed:)))
J
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Very accommodating and nice place. Excellent value!
Cons:Nothing!
A
9.4 Wonderful
Pros:I was surprised at how well the hostel was maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful.
Cons:The blanket was to small.
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Safe, welcoming environment. GREAT location close to a variety of attractions, amenities and public transportation.

Location

24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL 60605

What's nearby

  • Grant Park383 m
  • Symphony Center397 m
  • Art Institute of Chicago0.5 km
  • Cloud Gate0.8 km
  • Willis Tower0.8 km
  • Millennium Park0.9 km
  • Chicago Cultural Center0.9 km
  • Chicago Theater1.1 km
  • Field Museum1.3 km
  • Shedd Aquarium1.4 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk1.5 km
  • Chicago Lakefront Trail1.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about HI Chicago Hostel

Low season

March

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

165 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 7% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at HI Chicago Hostel

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Top tips for your stay at HI Chicago Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at HI Chicago Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
  • The cheapest price a room at HI Chicago Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was 176 ﷼, while the most expensive was 176 ﷼.
  • How long should you stay at HI Chicago Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at HI Chicago Hostel

  • Where is HI Chicago Hostel located?

    HI Chicago Hostel is located at 24 East Ida B. Wells Drive in Loop, 0.1 km from the center of Chicago. Grant Park is the closest landmark to HI Chicago Hostel.

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

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at HI Chicago Hostel.

  • Does HI Chicago Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, HI Chicago Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is HI Chicago Hostel from the airport?

    HI Chicago Hostel is 14.1 km from Chicago Midway.

  • How does KAYAK find such great HI Chicago Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at HI Chicago Hostel 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 HI Chicago Hostel 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 HI Chicago Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city center

0.1 km

Nearest Airport

Chicago Midway

Distance to airport

14.0 km