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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near Chinese Consulate

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Cocktail bar
Premium Queen Room (Private)
Cocktail bar
Front of property
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Gym
    Gym

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • State Street
    1 min walk
  • Michigan Avenue
    3 min walk
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    7 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    36 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room, Women only

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Chicago

Central Chicago getaway .You'll be steps from Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute walk of Holy Name Cathedral with a stay at this Downtown Chicago hotel. Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s and Northwestern Memorial Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Water Tower Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

4-star Art Deco hotel near Chinese Consulate
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Built in 1927
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center

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 available
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
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 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 120 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 130 out of 1508 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nnena or Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was not what I expected but pleasant nonetheless.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Moline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside of michigan ave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DNC in Chicago
Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the room was a great value for the money the room was really really small, there wasn’t a good place to put the luggage and we tripped over it a few times. The first 2 days in the room there was a bad sewer gas smell, to the hotels credit as soon as it was mentioned their maintenance guy pulled up the toilet and replaced the beeswax ring which fixed the issue! He did a great job and made sure it fixed the issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Susama

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price
Bunk in room of four.
Shared bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teasha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my GO TO place when i visit Chicago. I love the service, the people and the accomplishments always made to me. It’s my home away from home!! Thanks so much ALL
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Erik

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service, and a shout-out to Orlando
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rufus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room is tiny with no view. The shower area needs a grip handle--it looked dangerous, a person could easily fall without safety. I decided not to use the shower for that reason.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annacarin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazingly friendly, helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decorations were unique. Staff super nice, helpful, & understanding.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

DIANE

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro, Littleton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities just wish the have a place to enjoy outside food
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Boutique Hotel in downtown Chicago. Love the tile and wood in the bathroom but wished for better lighting to fix my h&m. Great vibe at their cocktail bar(s) We would like to know the history of the building. Glad you kept the US Mail glass and brass mail chute.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed it so much!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly staff. The whole place has a funky feel to it with a cool lobby and bar. Easily walkable to most places you may wish to visit and a subway stop. The rooms are tiny and older but it’s totally fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gabriela

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

neyda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am a plus size female traveler and I have to say freehand was very accommodating. I asked for the bottom bunk given that I am plus size and they didn’t even ask questions they gave it to me which made my stay way more comfortable! I will say the shower was very small and the only downside about this place. Other than that it was a great place to rest at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024