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HI Chicago Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel near Millennium Park in Chicago

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Full Size Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Size Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hostel, you'll find State Street and Millennium Park. Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grant Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 4 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maharaj Indian Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - ‬3 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

Hostel near Millennium Park in Chicago
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at HI Chicago Hostel.

This Chicago hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1886
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue
HI Chicago Hostel offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 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, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 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, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI Chicago Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hostelling International Chicago Chicago Hostel
Hostelling International Chicago Summer Hotel Chicago
Hostelling International Chicago Hostel
Hostelling International Chicago
Hostel HI Chicago
HI Chicago
HI Chicago Hostel Chicago
HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago

Frequently asked questions

How close is HI Chicago Hostel to the airport?

HI Chicago Hostel is 11.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI Chicago Hostel?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Chicago Hostel on Oct 20, 2025 start from $116.0, excluding 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.

Does HI Chicago Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI Chicago Hostel.

How close is HI Chicago Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 1.9 mi (7-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does HI Chicago Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI Chicago Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI Chicago Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at HI Chicago Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at HI Chicago Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI Chicago Hostel have a pool?

HI Chicago Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI Chicago Hostel have a restaurant?

HI Chicago Hostel is home to Cafecito, which features brunch.

Does HI Chicago Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI Chicago Hostel to downtown Chicago?

HI Chicago Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Chicago.

HI Chicago Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1036 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nailah

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

SRAVYA

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this hostel. The bed was cozy. The people were quiet. It was very secure!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariia

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

8/10 Good

Elle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minerva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel feels very well run. It is very clean and a great set up. The second floor has so many options. (Games, kitchen, vending, clean restroom, etc) Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wael, Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be in
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot to take a quick rest and shower. They stored bags for a few even after check out to wander the city. Def would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joye

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very convenient option for my most recent work trip.I have never stayed at a Hostel before and was very pleased to see how well kept the property is. Roommates were very nice and understanding because I had an early morning flight so didn't want to disturb anyone's sleep. Felt very secure with entry and access processes set in place as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great location, and front desk staff is really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Moline

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Noel

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating. And perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacquiline

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La gente es amable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrick

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

renee

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayden

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was a nice place to keep your stuff at while you out all day, my partner and I enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

AKASH

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude staff, unclean property and looks very shady
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025