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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
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Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Front of property
Reception
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬
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Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Quadruple Room, Women only

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

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

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness center
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking.
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Freehand Chicago. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Broken Shaker
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Steps from Chinese Consulate and 5 minutes by foot from Holy Name Cathedral
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • 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 centre

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • 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 any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Fireplace in reception
  • 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
  • Hairdryer
  • 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: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

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.

  • 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)

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 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 1620 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 418 out of 1620 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1620 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 1620 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 1620 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

8/10 Good

Kuwook

Liked: Staff & service
I liked the location which is the heart of downtown Chicago and close to subway. The room/bed was a bit tight. Contrary to what Expedia says, there is no breakfast. There is a cafe to get food at but it's not so affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for the location and price.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place had character and a friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Moline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside of michigan ave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Trey

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap but they don't upkeep the equipment sucks having no TV for the night luckily It was only one night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noisy guests until late hours
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CURTIS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adrian did a stand up job! He made us feel so welcomed! Gold star!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Martinez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

8/10 Good

Ciro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor on the first floor was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sayanta

Liked: Amenities
It was okay. Rooms pretty small, and dusty. Lights didn’t work. Cute decorations and fun vibe. Loved the bar waiting area and the atmosphere on a Friday and Saturday
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Great location! Rooms have very dim lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ekkarat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly as expected. Clean bed and room condition. Super convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Forrest

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service
I called before check in to make sure i can come in late. They said the rooms were all taken and i would have to upgrade for another $180. So i said i would need to cancel my reservation. They said i would have to call expedia to get my refund. Which i will do in the am
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Abbos

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chirag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Affordable at a prime location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

changyue

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I booked a room through expedia: 1 room, 1 person (nowhere mentioned the room will be shared). When arrived, they told me: you share the room with 3 other strangers! Also, expedia can not make any changes since you booked it in the last 24 hours. So my options are: stay with 3 other strangers, option 2: pay triple to get the entire room. Will you want to spill out some words if it was you?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, good view, great area, nice bathroom though they didn't provide soap for the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The art & deco is very unique.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

I Made Indra Maka

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024