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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness center

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Cocktail bar
Premium Queen | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Cocktail bar
Front of property
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
The price is AED 232
AED 330 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

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

Private Quad

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium Private Quad

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Premium King

Highlights

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

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

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Premium Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Water Tower Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

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

Upscale hotel near Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Located close to Chinese Consulate and Holy Name Cathedral, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Broken Shaker, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • ATM/banking services, a water dispenser, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Broken Shaker
  • Cafe Integral

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Elevator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/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 available
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

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
For more details, 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 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 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)

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 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

Freehand Chicago Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Freehand Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Freehand Chicago?

Self parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Freehand Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Consulate, Holy Name Cathedral, and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 120 out of 1508 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 130 out of 1508 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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful place and staff, really appreciate it We had so much fun! Location is just perfect, hotel has cool vibe with everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ellie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
get what you pay for really it was a good place to sleep for the night. couldn't get the heat to work and the room was a little grimy around the edges but the bed was comfy and the staff was kind
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

madison

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
the staff was amazing!! the room was way better than the reviews have said, ours was amazing!! and you can’t beat the fact that you are 5 mins from michigan ave!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Staff & service
It was more run down than the pictures make you believe but it was a safe place to lay my head. Old but clean. You get what you pay for compared to surrounding hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisako

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The access was very good! The sound of police cars may be a little loud at night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo Jr Habagat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Analiz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its unique, beautiful, convenient, staff is super friendly and chill; they definitely made us feel welcomed and had genuine interactions. We came in on October so it was a good weather but definitely not cold. We needed a/c, they explained the building was already preparing for winter so the a/c was off. They kindly brought to our room a small fan but for two it was still challenging. Overall it was an amazing experience and will stay again, but maybe not in that time of the year.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Busy area of course and a hopping youthful crowd in the public area. The cafe was delightful but our room was so small there was no place for luggage. lighting way too atmospheric even if trying to make for more economical rooms. Front desk staff neutral...not very friendly. It WAS quiet though which is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wilmari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yelyzaveta

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

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie

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

4/10 Poor

Charlotte, Lakewood

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couch was so gross we had to put a towel on it to use it - and we are not a picky family. Beds were nice and clean. Not shampoo is provided which I did not expect. Drain in the shower did not work so you had to stand in dirty water.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mignon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Manohar Reddy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great venue and location. Word to the wise, it’s an older building, so they don’t have centralized ventilation and can get suffocating. They do provide a fan, if asked.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcin, hicksville

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lineida

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. Rooms where a bit small for a queen bed but it's super comfortable and clean. They have awesome coffee and some breakfast options. Overall very happy with my stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The roommates kept leaving the room door open.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first hostel and it was very friendly. Those I stayed with were nice and the staff were accommodating and knowledgeable. Not the cheapest hostel in Chicago but the area makes up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

RINKA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

KAREN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience. Loud, dirty and extremely hot rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024