Freehand Chicago
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Freehand Chicago

19 E Ohio St, Chicago, Illinois 60611, United States
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Amenities
Fitness Room
Public parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage StorageFree
Bar
Nightclub
식당
Taxi booking service
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Property Description
LAID-BACK IN STYLE IN THE HEART OF RIVER NORTHWELCOME TO FREEHANDOur second Freehand outpost is housed in a classic 1927 building in Chicago’s vibrant River North neighborhood – home to some of the city’s best art galleries, boutiques and restaurants.
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7.7/10
Good
Nice and convenience place for solo traveler
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Surroundings
Metro: Grand
(140m)
Metro: Chicago
(540m)
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Rooms

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Services & Amenities

Policies

Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory
3

Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory

4 Single bed
Has window
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Run Of House
4

Run Of House

Non-smoking
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Queen Room
16

Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Conditioner
Shampoo
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Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

4 Single bed
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Private Premium Quadruple Room
7

Private Premium Quadruple Room

4 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Blackout curtains
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Private Female Quadruple Room
1

Private Female Quadruple Room

2 Bunk bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Private Quadruple Room
9

Private Quadruple Room

2 Bunk bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Heating
Rug
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Penthouse Suite
13

Penthouse Suite

4 Single bed and 1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
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Bed In Shared Quad
6

Bed In Shared Quad

1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Heating
Rug
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King Room
11

King Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Conditioner
Shampoo
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Premium Queen Room
10

Premium Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Wardrobe
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Bed In Female Shared Quad
5

Bed In Female Shared Quad

1 Single bed
May not have a window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Heating
Rug
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Premium King Room
10

Premium King Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
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Guest Reviews

7.7/10
Good
120 reviews
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  • Cleanliness7.6
  • Amenities7.6
  • Location8.3
  • Service7.2
Average for similar properties in Chicago
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AI Summary
Centrally located near attractions, restaurants, and transportation. Praises for friendly, timely service. Cleanliness noted despite no daily cleaning. Positive overall impression.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 16, 2025
I pre-paid 100% on Trip.com after booking this hotel. Upon arrival, hotel demanded me to pay additional $180 called "Chicago city resort fee". I talked to other guests in the hotel and none of them was charged for this fee. I'm also originally from Chicago and never heard about such fee before. Everyone works at the front desk was SO MEAN. They all looked like gang members, kind of scary. The service guy who came to my room to fix the light had just smoked ****, and my entire room smelled like **** after he left. After checking into the room, it is SO SMALL, my suitcase barely fit in there. The room looked nothing like the picture. The bed is surrounded by 3 walls, I'm only 5'5 and I can barerly straight my legs laying down. Also, it is the dirtiest room I had ever stayed, and I have stayed in LOTS of hotels because I do travel for a living. Their laundry rooms and work out room are downstairs in the basement and so tiny without any window. I originally paid for 10 nights and checked out only 2 days. I don't recommend this hotel to anyone. I would have rated zero if there's that option.
A‍n‍o‍n‍y‍m‍o‍u‍s‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
April 5, 2025
Nice and convenience place for solo traveler
K‍a‍r‍s‍o‍n‍ ‍1‍8‍2
January 18, 2025
Be aware there's a USD16 resort fee. The staff at the counter is not very friendly but the room is ok. For shared room, there's curtain and outlet at each bed.
K‍n‍o‍m‍j‍e‍a‍n‍n
May 23, 2024
Better than i expected!!!!!!!! The room was nice and the location is amazing
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 13, 2024
Good location! Very convenient to start the tour in the city. The curtains at the bed for privacy can be bigger. Safety wise, just try not to roam around after dark.
G‍e‍m‍i‍N‍O‍T‍t‍h‍e‍1
March 3, 2024
Pretty good spot if you’re there for a short bit. Just know your roommates are at the hostel’s discretion if you’re in a group of 3 or less in a quad room.
D‍a‍b‍i‍n
September 2, 2024
Great location, nice atmosphere.
D‍a‍n‍i‍e‍l‍ ‍I‍ ‍C‍h‍o‍n‍g
September 18, 2024
Was OK, not good, not bad

Services & Amenities

Fitness Room
Bar
식당
식당
Restaurant
Business hours: [Mon - Sun] 08:00-22:00
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Internet
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking, and Charge, US$49.00 (approx. NZD 81.08) Daily. Reservation needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Accessibility
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–02:00 the next day
Check-out: Before 12:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance

Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of US$50.00 (approx. NZD 82.74) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 1927
  • Renovated: 2015
  • Number of Rooms: 315
LAID-BACK IN STYLE IN THE HEART OF RIVER NORTHWELCOME TO FREEHANDOur second Freehand outpost is housed in a classic 1927 building in Chicago’s vibrant River North neighborhood – home to some of the city’s best art galleries, boutiques and restaurants.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The check-in time at Freehand Chicago is 15:00-02:00 and the check-out time is 12:00.

Does Freehand Chicago have a swimming pool?

No, Freehand Chicago doesn't have a pool.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Chicago?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Freehand Chicago.

Does Freehand Chicago provide breakfast?

No, Freehand Chicago doesn't provide breakfast. But you can find some nearby restaurants and cafés that offer breakfast.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

Prices at Freehand Chicago are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

Which airport is closest to Freehand Chicago?

Midway International Airport is the closest airport to Freehand Chicago, and it is about 24 mins from hotel by car (19.9 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Freehand Chicago?

The cancellation policy for Freehand Chicago varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportMidway International Airport
Distance to Airport21.35KM
Nearest Train StationClark And Lake (Orange Line)
Distance to Train Station1.05KM
Nearest Metro StationGrand
Distance to Metro Station0.14KM
Average Price FromNZD407
Hotel Star Rating4