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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, steps from Chinese Consulate

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Interior
Cocktail bar
Reception
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Water Tower Place
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

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
  • 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

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 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 the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Downtown Chicago, Freehand Chicago is adjacent to Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Holy Name Cathedral. This 4-star hotel has 217 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Merchandise Mart - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with a restaurant, steps from Chinese Consulate
Guests of Freehand Chicago enjoy features like a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Self parking is offered for USD 64 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include free local calls and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Freehand Chicago?

Freehand Chicago provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of Feb 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on Feb 16, 2026 start from $51.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Freehand Chicago?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Chicago, just steps from Michigan Avenue and State Street, and within a short walk of Chicago Riverwalk. You'll also find Millennium Park and Lake Michigan less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Freehand Chicago?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 64 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Freehand Chicago feature a casino?

No, Freehand Chicago doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Freehand Chicago?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Freehand Chicago a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Freehand Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Freehand Chicago have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Freehand Chicago serves breakfast for a surcharge at Broken Shaker.

Does Freehand Chicago allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Freehand Chicago for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay.

Does Freehand Chicago have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Freehand Chicago?

The closest major airport to Freehand Chicago is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 13.1 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.8 mi away (45-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Freehand Chicago?

No, at Freehand Chicago, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1262 out of 2756 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 664 out of 2756 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 384 out of 2756 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 200 out of 2756 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 246 out of 2756 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kristen Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Roland

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: bed and bathroom were clean and nice. Downstairs bar and seating area is fun and funky. Feels like a historic building. Food and drinks were tasty. Cons: Hotel is currently shabby, not chic. In particularly the rooms need renovating. Paint chipped, awkward dark lighting, broken window shades, light bulbs out. No towel racks on the bathroom walls. Room door did not shut completely on its own. No water, mini fridge, coffee or tea in room. View from 15th floor was of a parking garage. No rooftop pool or bar like at LA Freehand. Lighting overall in hotel is a bit dark and dingy. Apparently they are planning a room renovation in 2026. If they follow through well I would consider coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went very smoothly Really nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The gent at the front desk was very friendly. The room and hotel were clean. Was the room small? Yes. Buy I don't need a ton of space. I'd stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Disliked: Cleanliness
This was my second time staying there. Staff members are great, helpful. The rooms are ok for the price. Both times the curtain in my bathroom has been very dirty. Other than that all good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Presley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was wonderful. The room was cozy. I loved the radio and just the whole decor and I definitely look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, staff are nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option on a shoestring budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay went fine. Very affordable for a short weekend visit and amenities were ok. Nothing fancy about the hotel was clean and i felt safe. First time staying at a Hostel and things were fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy clean room, heater didn't work, but staff were very quick to bring us extra blankets. We did not ask to swap rooms since we only stayed two nights but I imagine they would have if we requested. Everyone was friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philippe

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is NOT a hotel but a very cheap hostel. The description was obviously misleading as I was not supposed to be sharing a room. I paid $290 a night for one bed in the tiniest room I've ever been in and shared with 3 other people. I was supposed to get a normal room from my booking. This was an absolute rip off.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melika

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really small room but good for solo travelers, the workers were so nice and helpful. The vibes were amazing and there is also a photo both!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hostel works well for what it is. Location is great, lots of food and interest nearby. Room is small, and lockers were also too small for a normal small roller bag. There are a couple corners to stash them, but it does start to interfere with walkways if the room is full and everyone had a bag too big for the locker.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This room was filthy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Valerie, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
1st thing I NEED TO TELL EXPEDIA…at this FREEHAND Hotel/Hostel in downtown Chicago, YOU CAN NOT STAY HERE IF YOU LIVE IN THE 606 (Chicago Area) ZIPCODE! This is not listed anywhere on your website for this place, nor is it in writing ANYWHERE at the hotel!? I’m grateful that they let me stay after I basically begged and told them the situation, but this needs to be put on your website so ppl from the city know before they go! Oh and the restaurant part of the hotel is no longer in service NO DINNER OR BRKFST just bar food from the bar. Besides that everything was great! I expected much worse, but the room & bathroom were clean and the bed was comfortable, they had locks available for your locker & my roommates were quiet & respectful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hong Nhung

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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