Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel near Lake Michigan

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Front of property
Exterior
Theater show
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • Place, Lincoln Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, DePaul University-Lincoln Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Park Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(71 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

4-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

10-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Lincoln Park stay.Your stay at this Lincoln Park hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Lincoln Park and Lincoln Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lincoln Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Park West - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KALA Modern Greek - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Shallot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Galway Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Georgian hostel near Lake Michigan
A private beach is featured. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Chicago Getaway Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Chicago hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1928
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 34 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to the airport?

Chicago Getaway Hostel is 16.1 mi (44-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 2.5 mi (9-min drive) from North Avenue Beach and 3 mi (11-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel offer free breakfast?

Chicago Getaway Hostel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (5-min drive) and Rivers Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for USD 34 per night.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have a pool?

Chicago Getaway Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Chicago Getaway Hostel to downtown Chicago?

Chicago Getaway Hostel is 3.4 mi away from Chicago.

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1042 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the patio area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing 2nd stay (loved the first stay)

I had stayed here before and had a great time, but I was disheartened that this stay was not as good as my previous stay in 2021 nor when I stayed at Freehand's sister property in LA. While the interior design had a lot of seating, the music in the lobby was "2010 Abacrombie and Fitch" loud and distracting from conversations from the people next to you. In the hotel, I had the bunk room compared to the single room like last time. Storing food is difficult unlike at the LA Freehand which is a more true hostel with a community kitchen than Chicago so it is eating out every night. There is no kitchen in Chicago. In the room, the roommates were good, but the A/C didn't work which I hope Freehand Chicago addressed after I left. Chicago was very warm and muggy during my week in the city and the room matched the warmth. If you looking for a private room here for a night, this is a fine place. But if you are looking to hostel, consider your food budget and research the other businesses carefully. I would say this as a hotel, but not a hostel style stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mose

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Hyojeong

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ll miss you all!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Wish it wasn't closing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Chicago ! Good parking ! Clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and made everything easy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shaul, Las Vegas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had bugs in the room was horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was overall great place to stay at. Location is perfect, staff friendly. Too bad was only informed there wasn’t any hot water to shower until checking in. Was too late then to find another place to stay so cold showers for 3 days. ( was offered refund if not staying upon checking in) choose to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan cruz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos encanto el lugar, la zona y todo el personal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol Italia, Flushing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I enjoyed hostel. It was very convenient. Many restaurants walking distance, including conservatory and the zoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was as expected, like college dorms.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Place but sad it’s closing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Ananda Rangan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not refund for having no hot water …spoke to three different people and I had my 9 year old son with me … Hair and dirt on mattress…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it, really sad they’re closing. Staff were so kind and it was a welcoming space
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025