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About this property
Experience the excitement of Chicago from the center of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodations in the heart of the city center. Located in the south Loop area and moments away from beautiful Lake Michigan, HI Chicago Hostel provides easy access to some of the area's top attractions. Museums, renowned restaurants, shopping districts and a vibrant nightlife are all within walking distance.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Logene
United Arab Emirates
“That its spacious and not gloomy and has a place in second floor to connect,eat,cook” - Johanna
Germany
“Location was unbeatable. Kitchen fully equipped. Spacious room (we stayed in an eight bedroom room) but also the kitchen, resting area was big with plenty of room to either meet others or find a quiet corner. Hostel arranged activities which were...” - Cheryl
United States
“I like the unit layout, shower , toilet and sink located in different spot in the room.” - Andrew
United States
“The security measures were welcome. Every door requires your room key to open. The downside is the elevator does as well. It is clean and inviting and includes a cafe on the ground floor. They have other amenities which we did not partake in on...” - London
United States
“Bed super comfy, 2 pillows, sheet and blanket. Locker was nice and spacious, location great in proximity to restaurants and subway. Check in and checkout was super easy and fast and the beds had curtains” - Huong
United States
“Great location, walking and public transport were super convenient!” - Louis-philippe
Canada
“Location is unbeatable and it was sooo cheap to stay here!!” - Ruscillo
United States
“Great common room with vending machines, billiards, televisions, kitchens, filtered water bottle filler, and even organized events for the hostel dwellers. Comfortable beds, good size rooms, very clean.” - Arlene
United States
“I like how it’s around the loop, so it’s a walking distance to mostly everything. Property is well kept. And it’s nice that it’s close to the train stations. It was easy to take train from the airport to the location.” - Noriega
United States
“It’s has a good location. Like the setup. Very creative”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please contact the property for more details. All visitors living outside the 606- zip codes are welcome to stay at the hostel.
Please note that any child under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note: Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.