Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property

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

Private Quad

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

7.8 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(78 reviews)
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

King

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 185 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quad

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Private Female Quad

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Private Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In Female Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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Private Female Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Private Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In Shared Quad Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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About this property

Freehand Chicago

4-star hotel in Downtown Chicago
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Art Deco hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Freehand Chicago is a smoke-free property.

Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes 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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 64 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Broken Shaker
  • Cafe Integral

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra 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:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 64 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)

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 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, a smoke detector, 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
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

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. 1249 out of 2729 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 659 out of 2729 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 381 out of 2729 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 198 out of 2729 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 242 out of 2729 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyah

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Disliked: Staff & service
Yeah my dates got booked wrong so I never even got to stay at the place and lost my money-- booked me for the 30th even though I know for CERTAIN i booked my stay for the 31st to the 2nd. I want my money back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kamryn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and stocked with bodywash, shampoo, handsoap. Staff were courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Erica

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brittani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and discounted parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley Riley, Cedar Grove

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was so excited as I had never stayed in a hostel before. The men and ladies at the front desk were the BEST!! When I am back in Chicago this is where I'll stay. Room was the perfect size for me. The food and drinks were outstanding and the staff just made it all the more everything! Very personable and easy to talk to. Can't wait to visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good room good vibes kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolyn

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lobby and bar were nice but the whole place is too dark overall. But I believe that’s the vibe they’re going for. Be aware that this place is basically a hostel with no customer service. I went in October. Room was freezing and you can’t control the temp so they gave me a space hearer. I did not delve into the reviews and I got what I paid for. Spend a little more and stay at CitizenM. You’re welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is not fancy, but the room was clean and quiet. The staff let us check in early and even brought me a fan. They were lifesavers as we were tired from our train trip and needed a little nap before an evening of fun! Close to stuff too! I recommend for the budget conscious traveler. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yusuke, Brookline

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Laundry for credit card
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonita Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and complimentary yummy snacks!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayshawn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phalandrea

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zlatka

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Excellent location close to everything. Room with a double bed was small but had a nice bathroom. Nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shana

Our initial room smelled strongly like mold. They sent a member of the maintenance staff up who told us that was “just what this room smelled like” and proceeded to unload a can of air freshener all over. I pointed out some visible water damage on curtains and she agreed to move us. The second room was better. Charming design and otherwise clean. Pretty bare bones amenities (no coffee pot/ironing board, place to hang your things, but it was one of the cheapest options for that part of town. Definitely a get what you pay for situation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divyansh singh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pa Yia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It stated there was on site parking, there wasn't. It's in a parking ramp down the street, also the $49 rate is only valid if you nake a reservation for the parking ramp prior to parking. This information isnt shared until physically checking in. We had already parked and obtained a ticket, so the reservation I made was not honored and i ended up paying the ramp fee for $64 for the night. The attendant via the parking ramp help line would not honor my parking reservation, so parking was deceiving. The lock on our room would also get stuck when trying to key in. We had to try 10+ times. The one light source in our room was blown out so we just had light from the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025