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HI Chicago Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel near Millennium Park in Chicago

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Lobby sitting area
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Interior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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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, Michigan Avenue
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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

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Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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)
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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King Size Bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

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

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Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

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

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Full Size Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

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

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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. Also, Michigan Avenue is within half a mile (1 km) and Lake Michigan is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Auditorium Building and Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 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

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
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maharaj Indian Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Pizza and Subs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 Mar 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Chicago Hostel on Mar 3, 2026 start from 82.0, 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. 765 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1145 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ricardo, Moline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JOY, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This isn't your regular youth hostel. The building is large, perfectly located, well appointed, with several room options. From gendered and mixed dorms, private rooms, ensuite dorms, a chef's kitchen with well organized refrigerators for storing your own supplies. Hotel services like fresh towels and extra attention for room service are possible. The building is fully wheelchair accessible and welcomes all. The staff is awesome. There are activities. Volunteers help put extra flavor to the space and the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradom, Locust Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
I love the location and the affordable prize. But the room is so cold during the night, and I have a hard time get enough sleep just because of the temperature. Almost feel like I am sleeping on the street
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This is my 3rd time staying in a hostel, and, sadly, the worst I've had so far. Some of the staff seemed like they had better things to do than to be there, and the attitude showed throughout the visit. My partner and I had a private room that shared a bathroom with 3 other private rooms, and housekeeping missed a day of cleaning the bathroom. Our mattress was stiff and uncomfortable with scratchy sheets. The common hostel kitchen was often unkempt (including one day when the water stopped working) with used dishes piling up, "cleaned" dishes of varying cleanliness, and, despite them asking us to label our food with check-in/check-out dates, there was food in the fridge WEEKS past labeled check-out dates. It would have been nice if the hostel had a dedicated common kitchen deep-cleaning day (as other hostels often do), but it's fairly clear that they don't and that kitchen sanitation isn't a priority. It was also really sad to see housekeeping staff taking the free food left behind by guests - seemed to me that they aren't paid well enough to afford their own food. I appreciate HI's overall mission, but I do think that a greater understanding of our world can include them taking better care of their guests too.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren Lee, Spokane

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ericka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed was super duper comfy, we had the private room with a king bed. keep in mind, the bathrooms are separate it wasn't clear when booking. The staff was really nice, and it looks like they offer group activities. The restaurant connected to hostel was really good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was helpful and nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel G

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

tserennyam

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren Lee, Spokane

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good staff and really good location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

N/a
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muqing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hostel I have ever stayed! New and clean facilities, all-function kitchen, big public resting/gaming/study/dinning area. Located in downtown just near the loop, very convenient transportation choices.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srilakshmi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities and close to transportation
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostel was amazing, be smart with the parking. Download the app SpotHero and reserve parking before you go. Make sure you know directions ahead of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Drake

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priyal

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

haiwei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room are specious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for the price, they didn't have any bottom bunks left which kind of sucked cause I'm a heavier guy, and there was hairs all over the restroom area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asha

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025