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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Experience modern comfort and charm at Freehand Chicago, where a warm welcome awaits near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the fireplace in the lobby or take advantage of Broken Shaker's happy hour with local cuisine. With high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym, this upscale hotel offers convenience and relaxation.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
The current price is ₩144,232
₩193,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Room options

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Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Quad

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

7.8 out of 10
Good
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Private Quad

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Premium King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Chicago, a neighborhood in Chicago, Freehand Chicago is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Broadway Playhouse and Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Water Tower Place. Chinese Consulate and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Upscale hotel near Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Located close to Chinese Consulate and Holy Name Cathedral, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Broken Shaker, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 49 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

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
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

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 Freehand Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on Sep 2, 2025 start from ₩144,232, 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.

How much is parking at Freehand Chicago?

Self parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Freehand Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Consulate, Holy Name Cathedral, and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1022 out of 2250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 573 out of 2250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 292 out of 2250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 2250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 200 out of 2250 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with a great bar and good food for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakim Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how nice the hotel staff was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location, and wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was walking distance to a lot of the places I went to in downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spot when staying for lolla
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One elevator was down but otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was just what needed and at an affordable price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saumitra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed many times, great fun!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't realize it was a hostel, but can't complain for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

santos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the atmosphere and laid back vibe. Very conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great convenient stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LaVondra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the safe and ease I felt while staying there. I really appreciate the option to stay in the bunks where I felt secure and at ease.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aftab

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was nice and supportive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Galina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting design, close to shopping and the event we came for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chrysalyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would totally stay here again. Loved it for a weekend staycation!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guys at the front desk were real helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very good for the price I paid
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff that made sure my stay was safe and pleasurable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Staff & service
Photos look much better than this place actually is. Rooms are quite dirty and small. Hotel staff are very nice and location is convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thats great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nonce Selfi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The great place to stayed if you are traveling alone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025