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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

Room options

View all photos for Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Freehand Chicago puts you in the heart of Chicago, steps from Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute stroll of Holy Name Cathedral. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .Broken Shaker serves local cuisine. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Chicago hotel include Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Built in 1927
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 49 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 49 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Freehand Chicago Hotel
Freehand Hotel
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Freehand
Freehand Hotel Chicago
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Freehand Chicago Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Freehand Chicago?

Freehand Chicago offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 27 Oct 2025 start from NZ$274.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Freehand Chicago?

Yep, Freehand Chicago has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 49 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Freehand Chicago?

Yep, Freehand Chicago is a short 14-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach.

What makes Freehand Chicago a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Freehand Chicago.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Freehand Chicago?

No, Freehand Chicago does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Freehand Chicago?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1097 out of 2411 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 607 out of 2411 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 321 out of 2411 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 2411 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 213 out of 2411 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sweet smaller hotel in thick of tourist district (ie Bally’s casino) - deserves to be better known. Quiet, felt safe, impeccable housekeeping. My only gripe was freezing a/c in queen room, but I also enjoyed trapeze artist sculptures in air shaft. Pro tips:use spothero to park up to 24 hours next door for <$30; breakfast at Goddess and the Baker just around the corner. Checkout is noon but you can hang at first floor espresso bar with free internet lounge for another hour or so.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Reynaldo

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great convenient stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyasha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, property was clean and the staff was awesome! Will be back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a clean, fun stay! Always love it here in Chicago!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nonce Selfi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The great place to stayed if you are traveling alone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! I chose a shared female quad, and my roommates were awesome! I’ve never stayed in a hostel type setting but I would absolutely stay at the Freehand again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very good spot to get around the city since the red line is right around the corner I had no issues either
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eder

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
There was nothing sweet about this King suite. The building is cool. The atmosphere is cool. I travel all the time. When I see King suite the first thing that comes to mind is space. This suite is smaller than my bedroom at home. Check in was as easy as showing an id and getting my room key. Checkout was nothing more than handing my keys back. That is my only interaction with staff. They seemed indifferent to our presence. This was booked for a special night away for my wife and I and I was pretty disappointed when I opened the door and saw the room. The bathroom was small but looked clean. We didn't use the shower. The room safe works but anyone that pushes 000000 can access the contents of the safe. I learned this when the code didn't work and I couldn't get my items out. The room we were given was on the exterior wall of the building next to a parking garage. We listened to car alarms going off all night. Their blackout curtains work if you remembered to bring something to clip them together with because they're not installed on the curtain rod correctly. I chose this hotel because it had 8/10 rating. I can only assume the people leaving those high reviews were comp'd rooms or are friends with the owner. We made the best out of it and still enjoyed our trip but I would not recommend this place to anyone. I really hoped to leave a good review but I'm just not able to.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaydon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional price for the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was old but very charming and well maintained for its age. I had a stuck door which the staff came almost immediately to fix and I was very satisfied with that. People were courteous and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a very good spot in downtown where everything that I wanted to do was walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Simon

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelika

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room didn't have air conditioning. The place didn't feel safe since we arrived. We called the desk on the phone, but no one answered. We had to go down to the lobby at 3 a.m. to report that the air conditioning wasn't working. They told us they couldn't change our room and that they would give us a fan. When the maintenance guy came up to check the air conditioning, he was rude and told us the air conditioning was old and wouldn't cool us. The room was about 80 degrees. I don't recommend it. The worst experience I've ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Musa Yigit

Disliked: Cleanliness
.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the middle of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was a fun experience. Very like a hostel in Europe. I had my elderly mother and my teen daughter with me, so we booked a private quad. The a/c wasn't super high powered but it was almost comfortable. The beds were fairly comfortable, but the outlets didn't all work and the curtains were stained. But the bedding was clean. We didn't use the shower but the bathroom was clean. The elevators were slow but everyone was
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025