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Freehand Chicago

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

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Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Interior
Front of property
Reception
VIP Access

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

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Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

Highlights

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

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
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 International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 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 reception. 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, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services, a lift and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 are 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 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.

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 34 kg 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 17 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 3 July 2025 start from AU$188.59, including 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?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout 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. 877 out of 1946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 500 out of 1946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 250 out of 1946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 154 out of 1946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 165 out of 1946 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

Greats place to stay. I always book here for a last minute book or a 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

The hotel was in a great area walking distance to just about everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice place, good staff, fun place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

great location and friendly service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very cool vibe & awesome staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great place to stay! Terrific location. Bunks were so comfy! Highly recommend for friends traveling together.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great Location! Will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very nice staying, friendly, cozy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very nice staff and cool vibe! Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Great location!! Very friendly staff Room was clean and comfortable yet very tiny and somewhat dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Hotel is located right in the heart of the city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

The unique 4 bunk bed room worked well for our family who were in town for a couple of nights as we traveled through the Midwest. The location was perfect for exploring the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice place in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Decently priced considering the centralized location. Lovely charming place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Lovely place, great staff,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Convenient to subway. One block from Bally's. Block from Eataly - great coffee and pastries!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Fantastic Location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

A very chic small hotel for tourists. Well located in downtown Chicago. Have good amenities & very welcoming staff. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Good place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Walkable Safe Good Transportation
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great for family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Not bad good staff nice bar pretty ok i would come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Close to downtown with a great price. Able to book at the last minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location. Good rooms. Toilets inside a quad.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025