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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
$109
$93 nightly
$109 total
Total with taxes and fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29

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

Room options

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Private Quad | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Quad

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

7.6 out of 10
Good
(69 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

King

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

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Premium Queen | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Queen

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

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Premium King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quad | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Private Quad

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

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Private Female Quad

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Private Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In Female Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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

Private Female Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Private Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4

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

Bed In Shared Quad Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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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

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 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
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬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.
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
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1333 out of 2901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 695 out of 2901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 402 out of 2901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 210 out of 2901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 261 out of 2901 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Freehand is a funky little hotel located near Michigan Ave and the waterfront in Chicago. The decor is cool, with a dark reddish vibe. There is a comfortable lounge, a nice bar, and a cafe. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. There is a gym though I didn’t see it. And they held onto our suitcases for us after we checked out while we did a day full of activities before going to the airport. Cons - the room and bathroom were small and very tight. Our room door was difficult to open and close. The cafe was not serving breakfast the one day I was there without explanation. The bar had a very small wine selection - no Chardonnay. The front desk was usually manned by only one person and they had to answer the phone while we were trying to check in and out. It was fine for our purposes, and not too expensive, but even though I gave it 4 stars I probably would not stay there again. I need a little more room and doors that close safely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

2/10 Terrible

MD NUR HASAN

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the worst hotel experience I have ever had. I stayed for four nights during extremely cold weather, and the heater in my room did not work. I contacted the front desk and the manager every single day. They kept saying someone would come, but no one ever did. They moved me to another room, but the heater there was also not working properly and was not enough to survive the cold. The room was very dusty, and I have a dust allergy. When I complained, they showed no responsibility or concern. The door did not lock properly and kept getting stuck, which made me feel unsafe. The room was extremely dark with almost no outside light. There was only one power outlet near the bed, and no proper charging point. I had to charge my phone in the bathroom, which is completely unacceptable. Housekeeping was another nightmare. I had to call every single day just to get them to come, even though they clearly understood the situation. Their service was slow, unorganized, and completely unreliable. The front desk manager and staff were rude, unwelcoming, and unprofessional. They ignored my complaints, gave empty responses, and did nothing to resolve any issues. To make things worse, I still have not received my refund. For the price and reputation of this hotel, this experience is unbelievable. I do not recommend this hotel to anyone. Avoid this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jannatul Islam, RegoPark

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nasty managment
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Karen

The heat did not work and it was -12 outside. The rooms are small. Had to move to a new hotel. Never going back there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was no heat in the room. With temperatures as cold as they were, we were extremely uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My girlfriend and I stayed in room 810 and we had to leave early because of having no heat in the middle of January.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sara, Austin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed, hot shower, great cafe and bar. But don’t go when it’s frigid temperatures outside. Even with the space heater, the room was pretty chilly. Otherwise, great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Bailee

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, but I wouldn’t stay here again. Rooms and dingy and dusty. Paint peeling off the walls. They must have used up all the budget on the bathroom tile work. The heat did not work in our room and when we brought it up, they made it seem like we were inconveniencing them lol. After we brought it up a second time, they did begrudgingly move us to a new room. They also don’t have any wash cloths??? Which is strange for a hotel but whatever I guess. Spend a few extra dollars and stay somewhere with actual amenities and customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good but heating in my room wasn’t working so they moved me to a different room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Peter

I happened to stay at the Freehand while visiting Chicago, which
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Auldonie

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was less than clean & smaller than my closet, the lighting was very dull, the heat was broken so the room was about 58 degrees, the body wash was completely empty, some of the staff was extremely rude.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best staff best place in the city for your money if you’re willing to share your space and meet new people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would definitely stay again, good price point
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Wally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It is what it is. Id stay here again but not for a trip you plan on spending a lot of time in your room good place to just rest your head
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kyllian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minor issues with first room and lacking some more modern amenities but great value and comfy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Venyshia

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean room but only bad thing was the bed was really low to the ground
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the bar
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Zoe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Donald

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025