Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Front of property
Theater show
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park
    11 min walk
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
    14 min walk
  • North Avenue Beach
    20 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    33 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

4-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

10-Bed Dormitory

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

Premium Suite

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Hostel in Lincoln Park
This hostel features self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
This Chicago hostel has its very own private beach. This hostel offers access to a business center. This Georgian hostel also offers a library, a terrace, and a vending machine. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Chicago Getaway Hostel has designated areas for smoking.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Georgian architecture

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 7.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

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Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved the location. The room and staff were lovely. I also appreciated that the front door was not left unlocked 24/7 and you had to buzz in after hours (which was always quick). The complimentary breakfast was lacking, but there are plenty of food places within walking distance. We walked over to Colectivo Coffee and it was delicious. Overall a great stay in a great location and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel. I had a private room. Comfortable bed & pillows. Good value for the price in Chicago. Great staff. Nice to have a basic breakfast included. It's a hostel, keep that in mind. Nothing fancy. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and unique property! Checking in was really easy and the staff were super nice. Easy access to shops & dining options within walking distance. Affordable and easy to book - includes a simple continental breakfast & kitchrn access.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleysia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Derin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In general it was great really liked the area around it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellently operated hostel in a quiet, safe, upscale neighborhood. Bus stops are a five-minute walk and elevated trains to the Loop are a 10-minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anais

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the MOST friendly and polite staff i think ive ever experienced ANYWHERE . very well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kazakbaeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my first solo trip to Chicago and this hostel was such a perfect place to stay! Also, the staff was very helpful all the time, when i had any kind of issues or questions Definitely recommend this place if you are on budget!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay overall
Beautiful place in a great location, with reasonable pricing and great service. But the bunkbeds weren't very comfortable, and there was a lot of noise throughout the night and early morning (loud voices, doors slamming, people using the communal bathroom, etc). I'd stay there again, but maybe try to figure out if some rooms are located in a better/quieter location of the hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, West Branch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Clean room with great air conditioning!! Lovely neighborhood with tree lined streets.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and kind. Had a mishap with my booking but they were very helpful! I would recommend anyone to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was unsure what to expect but the location and the room was perfect for a trip to Wrigley. Staff was great, room was clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the property was nice and clean, the beds in our room were not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and in a great neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value stay. I was lucky to have the dorm to myself, but despite that, the place was clean and in a safe part of Chicago. It was located near Lincoln Park and relatively walking distance to Wrigley Field where I watched a Cubs game.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For what you pay, it’s a great stay. Don’t expect top tier 5 star hotel stay and you’ll have a pleasant stay. The area is such a great location as well, nestled right in the heart of tons of grocery options, restaurants, cafes, and shopping options as well as bars. The hostel is far enough to be pretty quiet so you don’t hear a lot of bustle from the streets, as it’s tucked away in a residential area within Lincoln park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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