Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel near Lake Michigan

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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.)
    ‪31 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.Within a 15-minute walk of this Lincoln Park hostel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. Wrigley Field and Michigan Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 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
  • Armitage Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Basil Leaf Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bourgeois Pig Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬5 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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 3 mi (11-min drive) from Oak Street Beach and 2.5 mi (9-min drive) from North Avenue 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. 662 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Asna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good staff and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location Friendly staff Well maintained property
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the patio area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a great place to stay when you are visiting Chicago!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was great! I’d recommend this location and stay in this area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really easy check-in and room was just like living back in the dorms (which I enjoyed)!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elfandrani Yuanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The neighborhood is really charming and convenient for a long stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Haylie

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The place was clean, and staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Wish it wasn't closing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Guinevere

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BRADFORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, inviting, open, well-situated, safe, clean, value-priced!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first time staying here. The staff is friendly and the room was exactly as described. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

DIANA

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

Getaway Hostel

Great for quick trip, convenient and affordable. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Sepideh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is very well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and made everything easy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mare

Really nice people in reception and the place was nice also ver close to the city and a safe zone
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the property location. I felt incredibly safe. Great staff too. Walking distance from the train and the parks
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Location is great. Perfect for my weekend stay. Close to restaurants,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Kayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great for a last-minute stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shemeika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024