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Freehand Chicago

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

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Cocktail bar
Front of property
Cocktail bar
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk
  • Water Tower Place - 11 min walk
  • Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk

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 at the property
For any questions, 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).

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1624 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 419 out of 1624 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1624 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 1624 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 1624 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

8/10 Good

STEFANIE K, Chicago

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything I needed to do this trip. Love that there is a cafe in the AM and a bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

Harmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my second time staying at this hotel and it’s great. Good vibes, clean, and good for solo travellers. Love the aesthetics. Only worry is sometimes elevator is slow because it’s an older building but otherwise no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

jensen, south lake tahoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
nah
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caeleigh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Freehand!! Staff was friendly and accommodating. I also loved that they had security outside the doors at night, it made us feel safe for sure! We also love loved the Photo Booth!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kuwook

Liked: Staff & service
I liked the location which is the heart of downtown Chicago and close to subway. The room/bed was a bit tight. Contrary to what Expedia says, there is no breakfast. There is a cafe to get food at but it's not so affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for the location and price.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place had character and a friendly atmosphere.
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

4/10 Poor

Trey

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap but they don't upkeep the equipment sucks having no TV for the night luckily It was only one night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noisy guests until late hours
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CURTIS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adrian did a stand up job! He made us feel so welcomed! Gold star!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Martinez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

8/10 Good

Ciro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor on the first floor was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sayanta

Liked: Amenities
It was okay. Rooms pretty small, and dusty. Lights didn’t work. Cute decorations and fun vibe. Loved the bar waiting area and the atmosphere on a Friday and Saturday
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Great location! Rooms have very dim lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ekkarat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly as expected. Clean bed and room condition. Super convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Forrest

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service
I called before check in to make sure i can come in late. They said the rooms were all taken and i would have to upgrade for another $180. So i said i would need to cancel my reservation. They said i would have to call expedia to get my refund. Which i will do in the am
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Abbos

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024