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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property

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A luxurious hotel lobby with a plush sofa set, a large wooden bookshelf, and a central decorative pillar.
A warmly lit library with bookshelves, a central reading area with sofas and a table, and a chandelier.
A bookshelf with books, decorative items, and plants.
A reception area with a wooden counter, shelves with various items, and a decorative wall hanging.
A bar area with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by potted plants.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $171
$144 nightly
$171 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Water Tower Place
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Queen Room

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a pillow featuring a red floral pattern, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted lamp.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Private Quad

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a wall-mounted TV, and a geometric wall decoration.

Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(98 reviews)
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

King

  • 185 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and a geometric rug.

Premium Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium King

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a geometric wall hanging.

Premium King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a small table with a remote control, and a hanging light fixture.

Premium Private Quad

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, wooden headboards, and white curtains.

Private Female Quad

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

With a stay at Freehand Chicago, you'll be centrally located in Chicago, steps from Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute walk of Holy Name Cathedral. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Merchandise Mart - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 217 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
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 transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 64 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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 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 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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

Property 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 64 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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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1468 out of 3221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 741 out of 3221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 461 out of 3221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 249 out of 3221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 302 out of 3221 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Agnes Nmabila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in an amazing area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities, vibes, will definitely be staying here next time I’m in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wandalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fav place to stay!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and in a good area in the center of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Milca

Clean place good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cafe, great location, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anahi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable , staff was very nice and the location was great! Close to the trains and everything , would definitely recommend 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Monica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a quaint older motel. Staff were all amazing. The location is superb. The room was tiny.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Staff | Bar
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lingyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice interior decor
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kyle Andre

Liked: Amenities
The Lounge was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here! The staff members were so friendly, and went the extra mile to ensure we enjoyed our stay. Loved the room, but they could do a better job at dusting some of the natural textures employed in the decor. Bar area was a very nice place to relax and unwind at the end of the night. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and perfectly suitable room, parking was across the street so unpack any luggage to avoid hauling it around the public self parking garage. Beautiful building, definitely a rowdy younger crowd but little to no noise in our room!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MaryJane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and decent sized room, staff was helpful and amenities are very convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would definitely stay again, good price point
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s the best place to stay in the city . Good value for your money. Coffee beds, Front Desk Staff are the best in the business.. walkable greet location! Give it a try
Outside my window. Pure art pure goodness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Amenities
Centrally located, the price was just right, staff was friendly, room small and kind of worn down but adequate for our needs. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i've stayed here twice now and its so incredibly charming and beautiful, staff is friendly, and very affordable, HIGHLY reccomend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicer hostels I’ve stayed at. Beds were comfortable and private, although the one small pillow was underwhelming. Everything was very clean. Only four beds to a room made it feel almost like a regular hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is extremely well located near the Red-Line and downtown. Staff was fantastic. Room was small and dated, but adequate. Clean. Bar and lounge area was very nice. Was there 3 nights, would definitely stay again next time in town
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Place to Rest and have fun. You only need to considerar the $50 dolar deposit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026