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HI Chicago Hostel

Property class: 1.5
Hostel near Grant Park in Chicago

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A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.
A modern bar area with large windows, metal chairs, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, a leather sofa, and hanging light fixtures.
A restaurant interior with wooden floors, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the city.
A cozy lounge with leather seating, a large window with curtains, and a wall decorated with musical instruments and a neon sign.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

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

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a suitcase, and a pair of shoes on the floor.

Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

King Size Bed

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

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

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

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

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

View all photos for Full Size Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of buildings and a crane.

Full Size Bed

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

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden bench, and a large window offering a view of a historic building.

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm

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

View all photos for Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a chair.

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

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

View all photos for Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a chair.

Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

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

View all photos for Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 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 Grant Park 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

  • Grant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brando's Speakeasy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fontano's Pizza and Subs - ‬4 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

Hostel near Grant 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

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Chicago Hostel on Nov 9, 2026 start from $94, 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.

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 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Oak Street Beach and 3.5 mi (12-min drive) from North Avenue 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. 1048 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1519 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Everything was really good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very solid, stayed in the 8 bedroom, solo traveler, great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean, huge kitchen and great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great one day stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to major Chicago sites. Friendly and resourceful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is a good place for stay in the vacations ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it's a good place to stay for a cheaper price when traveling from a different city or country, safe/clean rooms, restrooms, and showers
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was well maintained! The beds weee comfy and the room was well lit with a great view of the Chicago skyline! The location was perfect! Lots of places to walk ton I Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite convenient location and pretty well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Spacious, clean and comfortably room, great staff with many amenities on property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I have stayed here several times now and it is my favorite place to stay when I visit Chicago. The staff is always helpful and friendly and I always meet people from all over the world. Traveling solo is what I do and you can’t beat this hostel as far as I’m concerned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay conveniently located for what I was in town for with accessible amenities and everything I needed for the weekend and affordable pricing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to extend my stay the lady at the front desk was amazing went above and beyond for me. Location is close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good place to stay a few days Good location comfortable bed good shower and free coffee in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My friend and I stayed here one night before Lolla and were pleasantly surprised by how friendly the staff were, the cleanliness of the establishment, and the amenities!!! Met so many cool people, saw amazing sights around the area, and had a great night’s sleep. If you’re young and planning to stay in chicago, I would highly recommend booking your stay here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good vibe clean room good location. One of the best hostel I’ve ever stayed. Will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool theme and easy access to downtown, very affordable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Room was clean. The lobby and lounge rooms were nice. The free coffee in the morning was a plus. I would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026

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