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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chinese Consulate

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Cocktail bar
Reception
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Interior
Cocktail bar
Experience modern comfort and charm at Freehand Chicago, where a warm welcome awaits near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the fireplace in the lobby or take advantage of Broken Shaker's happy hour with local cuisine. With high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym, this upscale hotel offers convenience and relaxation.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Reception fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
The current price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
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About the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 30 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 23 min walk
  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 6 min walk
  • State Station - 10 min walk

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 Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

When you stay at Freehand Chicago, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and State Street. After a workout at the 24-hour fitness centre, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Grand Station (Red Line) is steps away and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 217 rooms
    • Arranged over 17 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1927
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in reception
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
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Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
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Special features

Dining

Broken Shaker – This cocktail bar specialises in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 49 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Freehand Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Freehand Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Chicago?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Freehand Chicago?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 49 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Freehand Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (1-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Freehand Chicago and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Freehand Chicago?

Yes, Broken Shaker offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Freehand Chicago like?

Freehand Chicago is in Downtown Chicago, a short 2-minute walk from Grand Station (Red Line) and 3 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Lobby
Shower
Parking

What guests liked

  • The on-site bar and restaurant offered great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere. (11 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delicious and a highlight of the stay. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

What a clean, fun stay! Always love it here in Chicago!!
3-night trip

10/10

Everyone was amazing and the stay was great.
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing location and spacious room.
3-night trip

10/10

Staff are great !
1-night trip

10/10

Love the design of this hotel. The rooms are small but the lobby is huge with a bar. We would definitely stay here again! Staff are friendly, kind and helpful. Great location near shopping.
1-night trip

10/10

Very economical, cool decor and bar, location very convenient to bars, restaurants, shopping, and public transportation
1-night trip

10/10

Easy online checkin clean rooms nice staff
2-night trip

10/10

Great location? Loved the chic bohemian bar and lounge area. The front desk was very helpful. The bunk beds were so fun. Both adults and kids loved them. The rooms are small but that adds to the charm. Enjoyed the bathroom set up.
2-night trip

8/10

Significantly less expensive than other options in the area for a private room. Staff seemed very unhappy to be there.
3-night trip

10/10

It’s my second stay here and I really like this place. Nice bed, good location, a fast elevator!!, good barista and nice staff.
1-night trip

6/10

Great location. Hotel was old and room was small but otherwise fine. It was a good budget friendly option since we spent very little time in our room
2-night trip

10/10

I love this affordable hotel in the middle of the city. If you are single traveler it is perfect for you. The rooms are share rooms, they are very clean.
1-night trip

6/10

It’s definitely an older building, but it served its purpose for what we needed. Staff was friendly and efficient, and despite being in the room right next to the elevator it wasn’t too noisy. The cleanliness could have been improved slightly but wasn’t poor by any means. Overall a decent place to spend a night or two
1-night trip

10/10

Lots of young people I live the energy
2-night trip

8/10

Very Affordable for quick one night stay.
1-night trip

8/10

Was a good choice, centrally located. The staff was prompt with service. I stayed in teh king and the room and ensuite bath was good. had a lovely time
4-night trip

8/10

I stayed in a shared quad room which was perfect for me. Friendly staff, clean rooms, storage locker in rooms big enough for a travel size backpack. Shower was a little small.
1-night trip

6/10

Average
7-night trip

8/10

Very unconventional property. Price and location worked for me. Dark, "old" appearance room small, but it did work. Bathroom shower very nice. A hostel-like feel in some ways.
2-night trip

6/10

Friendly staff…needed to be cleaned and disinfected.
1-night trip

10/10

The sheets and towels are very clean, as is the bathroom. But they need to clean the rooms better, as they don't dust very well.
5-night trip

10/10

Perfect hotel
4-night trip

8/10

I liked the location, the affordable prices and the friendliness.
2-night trip

8/10

Perfectly fine place to stay for a quick business trip. Shower in the quad room was quite small, but otherwise all was comfortable.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay! Nice and close to all attractions and even has a speakeasy down stairs! Highly recommend
4-night trip