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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel with private beach, near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
In the heart of Chicago, Chicago Getaway Hostel welcomes you with a warm atmosphere. Enjoy games at the arcade, explore books in the library or relax on the garden patio. Previous guests have appreciated its overall value and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Private beach
  • Self parking
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Arcade/games room
  • Self-parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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4-Bed Dormitory | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wrigley Field - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 40 min drive
  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago Ravenswood Station - 7 min drive
  • Chicago 18th Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Diversy Station - 16 min walk
  • Armitage Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bourgeois Pig Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ludlow Charlingtons Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

At Chicago Getaway Hostel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Wrigley Field. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and segway hire/tours, and free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights at this Georgian hostel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is close by: Fullerton Station is only 10 minutes on foot.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukranian

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 119 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking is limited

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
    • No alcohol served on site
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Private beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1928
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Arcade/games room
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
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Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Concierge service
    • Laundry facilities

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs USD 34 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Chicago Getaway Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 34 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (4-min drive) and Rivers Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Chicago Getaway Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Chicago Getaway Hostel like?

Chicago Getaway Hostel is a short 15-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 11 minutes' walk from DePaul University-Lincoln Park. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Decent to great breakfast options were consistently provided, including eggs, cereal, waffles, fruit, yogurt, and more. (42 reviews)
  • The property is located near many restaurants and grocery shops, making dining options easily accessible. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in Chicago ! Good parking ! Clean!
Brandon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was really nice!
Guinevere, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Getaway Hostel

Great for quick trip, convenient and affordable. Would stay here again
DIANA, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was overall great place to stay at. Location is perfect, staff friendly. Too bad was only informed there wasn’t any hot water to shower until checking in. Was too late then to find another place to stay so cold showers for 3 days. ( was offered refund if not staying upon checking in) choose to stay
Thierry, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place
john, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was great for a last-minute stay
Kayden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sad to hear this hostel will be closing soon but all good things come to an end. From checkin to checkout, it was a great experience. From the free breakfast
Robert, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

It was as expected, like college dorms.
6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel!

Love it! Good area in Lincoln park with a bunch of places to eat. Red line near by that took us downtown. Room was clean and spacious. We got a private room. It was definitely worth it!
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasantly surprised

One of the nicest Hostels I've stayed in. Decent rates, very clean & very helpful staff. I would stay there again the next time in Chicago...
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

good

Considering that it was a private room, the price was reasonable. The surrounding area also seemed safe. The accommodation was clean. However, the soundproofing was very poor, and the location was farther from downtown than I had expected. Other than that, it was a great place to stay.
hyung ro, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Didn't stay - no parking

I don't know. I checked in, but never went to the room. It was so hard to find parking to check in I wasn't going to do it again after my event that evening so I just drove home.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I’ve stayed here a couple times. Great location and reasonable prices. Clean, free breakfast, and nice common areas. The property is in a wealthy, walkable area in a historic building. It can be hard to park.
Aud, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

the shared bathroom was kind of dirty and smelly even. I stayed in private bedroom but i would not go back due to the shared bathroom and shower. The showerhead didn't come out with a lot of water and it made me to not want to shower there
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1st time staying here. Loved it. Would highly recommend!
Genaro, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Like this place
Montiya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Free parking down the street
Crispokie, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great lodging experience in Chicago & much cheaper

This is the best lodging experience! It's very social and democratic with wonderful lounges and a community atmosphere. And the price is MUCH more reasonable than any normal hotels in the summer. There is a community kitchen where guests can cook their own breakfast and staff work side by side with guests washing dishes that guests collect and bring to them. Best of all, there was lots of conversation and laughter in the dining room and kitchen. Heard that this hostel is being threatened with "development". NOT ACCEPTABLE! This is lodging as it should be - more social, less waste, less exploitation to line the pockets of rich people.
David Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Restaurants and grocery shops were accessible.
Rayeed, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Parking is bit extra pricy but stay is excellent
Lakshminarayana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot but bad parking
Dabney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We love the Getaway Hostel and have stayed there many times. It’s so nice to meet people from other countries and have the opportunity to chat with them over coffee (very good by the way) at breakfast. We had a problem with lack of heat but staff took care of it right away. We had our 6 year old granddaughter with us and we felt very safe in the hostel and in the neighborhood. She loved it! Great stay.
Charles, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Neighborhood, Price & Room
Jaeden, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a fabulous and affordable place to stay near downtown Chicago. The suite (with several beds and a private bath) worked well for our group. Easy pay-for-parking on-site, walkable to local restaurants and Lincoln Park, great common room: Highly recommend!
Angela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing 2nd stay (loved the first stay)

I had stayed here before and had a great time, but I was disheartened that this stay was not as good as my previous stay in 2021 nor when I stayed at Freehand's sister property in LA. While the interior design had a lot of seating, the music in the lobby was "2010 Abacrombie and Fitch" loud and distracting from conversations from the people next to you. In the hotel, I had the bunk room compared to the single room like last time. Storing food is difficult unlike at the LA Freehand which is a more true hostel with a community kitchen than Chicago so it is eating out every night. There is no kitchen in Chicago. In the room, the roommates were good, but the A/C didn't work which I hope Freehand Chicago addressed after I left. Chicago was very warm and muggy during my week in the city and the room matched the warmth. If you looking for a private room here for a night, this is a fine place. But if you are looking to hostel, consider your food budget and research the other businesses carefully. I would say this as a hotel, but not a hostel style stay.
Steven, 4-night trip