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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Theatre show
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • North Avenue Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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4-Bed Dormitory

4-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Georgian Chicago hostel in Lincoln Park with a nearby private beach
This hostel features self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the great public transit around Chicago Getaway Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lincoln Park. Enjoy features like a business center, concierge services, and laundry facilities.
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to public transportation and the clean accommodations
  • 15 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan and a 3-minute drive from Wrigley Field
A private beach is featured. You'll find a business center on site. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Chicago Getaway Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Chicago hostel.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/games room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Library
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Books
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 34 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chicago Getaway Hostel was a great choice for a quiet and affordable stay in the Windy City. Situated in the picturesque Lincoln Park area, but close to plenty of public transport options to take you downtown, there is a lot to like about this budget-friendly accommodation. The room was very clean, the bed surprisingly comfortable, the continental breakfast generous, and the amenities (including kitchen and laundry access) more than satisfactory for the price. If you arrive late or don't feel like heading out for dinner, there is a small shop on site where you can buy pre-prepared food and treats. There are a few peculiarities to deal with (e.g. in the women's showers on the second floor, you could choose between adequate lighting/ventilation or privacy, but you couldn't have both) but in general this is a great option for visitors who are happy with something "cheap and cheerful" but who still appreciate a bit of comfort along the way.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for tourist. Nice location. Breakfast is a plus. Private room was fine but the blankets looked old and not recently washed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great as always!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yi-Chu

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tyyanna

Liked: Staff & service
heat barely works,Bring a extra blanket there thin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zodwa, Delray Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful when explaining the key points of the hostile. This was my first time buying a hotel/hostile room for myself and it was very easy and fair for the price. We got an ENORMOUS vegan deep dish pizza before we came and luckily there’s a communal kitchen with massive commercial kitchen appliances and fridges. We also had a mini fridge in our room but it would not have been able to fit that massive pizza. If I were to complain about one thing it would be the blankets because they are thin but if you asked for an extra one they would probably give you one. Overall it was really enjoyable to stay here and we were genuinely excited to come back to the hostile after our day of activity’s.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
A very nice hostel in a great location. I'd definitely recommend it for anyone looking for cheap accommodations in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Dardenne Prairie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was exactly as advertised. Close and convent to Wrigley Field trip. Only negative was their parking lot was full and we had to park at the hospital down the road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility, friendly staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

PriyaNandhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, nice people around, decent stay. Place was clean which is appreciated. Communal showers can be tricky, no in-suite showers for the dorm rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sahmya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overall stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emely

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hongmo

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel. Clean, old building, nothing too fancy, but clean, pleasant and a good price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a private room & bathroom, which was clean but basic. The breakfast wasn’t great, but what you’d expect for the price. The location was awesome, and the staff super friendly. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janellee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel exceeded my expectations. The rooms were impeccably clean, and so were the bathrooms. Breakfast is included, which is always a bonus. And my check-in and check-out experience was easy and quick. I definitely recommend this hostel as a more affordable option, especially compared to other hotels in the area. The zoo is also a 14 minute walk from there! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was good. They recommended places to visit in Chicago. Clean room. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable option in Lincoln park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anadeisi, Wautoma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasantly surprised!
Very, very nice property! Friendly service, friendly people. Not much noise. Great signage. The bed was super comfortable - if you like a waterbed, the bunk bed is the next best thing! Bathroom nice and clean, and cleanliness overall, super!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The lack of breakfast options was under whelming for sure. No TV in the rooms. Shared bathrooms with the entire floor you get put on. Didn't realize it was a former all girls boarding school. For sure enjoyed the numerous different languages I did encounter during my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024