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About this property
Experience the excitement of Chicago from the centre of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodation in the heart of the city centre. Situated in the south Loop area and moments away from beautiful Lake Michigan, HI Chicago Hostel provides easy access to some of the area's top attractions. Museums, renowned restaurants, shopping districts and a vibrant nightlife are all within walking distance.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gabriela
United Kingdom
“Excellent location and great kitchen and common room facilities” - Graeme
United Kingdom
“Loved the location close to Jackson blue line for O'Hare travel within a mile of the McCormick place for pack collection and 5 mins away from grant park ideal for marathon and 5K.” - Udit
Germany
“It is very well located and has very good amenities. One can play several board games in the common area, or even work if you want to. Plus, the kitchen is also well equipped. Though, I would say the ratio of toilet and bathroom ratio to the...” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“Great location & excellent value for money. Fine for a couple of nights. Rooms were spacious with a bench & big lockers. The card entry was secure. I was in a 4 bed dorm that shared a toilet/shower & small kitchen with another 4 bed dorm. Seemed...” - Francisco
Mexico
“Perfect place for going to the Chicago Marathon in a affordable, friendly and easy way!” - Marina
Germany
“- Excellent Location very close to all main attractions - Great value for money - Great facilities, big dorms for only 4 women - Excellent showers and shared spaces - Events in the hostel - Fresh towels changed every day - Very nice grafitti...” - Grazia
Italy
“Great place for an hostel, very clean and safe as a woman and solo traveller! Staff was super friendly and helpful with all my questions and it’s in the South Loop, very close to the Bean. It felt like a safe neighbourhood. Room was cleaned every...” - Sara
Croatia
“Location, nice staff, kitchen to use, group antivirusa” - Christiane
Germany
“Well run, helpful staff, great kitchen , great location. Very helpful info desk .” - Aldana
Colombia
“The activities that the hostel offers to people who are staying there help to connect with new people and get to know the place around.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please contact the property for more details. All visitors living outside the 606- zip codes are welcome to stay at the hostel.
Please note that any child under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please note: Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.