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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel with a nearby private beach and free breakfast

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite

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
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive

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

Hostel near Lake Michigan
Located close to Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Getaway Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. An arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), concierge services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Multilingual staff, a computer station, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff, and proximity to public transit
Room features
All 119 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

Languages

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

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant 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:

  • 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
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

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

Optional extras

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

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, 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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
Alcohol is not served at this property

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago Getaway Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Self parking is available for USD 34 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Chicago Getaway Hostel located?

Located in Lincoln Park, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, and Lincoln Park Zoo. Wrigley Field and Michigan Avenue are also within 3 mi (5 km). Fullerton Station is 10 minutes by foot and Diversy Station is 16 minutes.

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Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crispokie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free parking down the street
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NFN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Manager was particularly courteous & helpful in helping me get checked in early & settled.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st time staying here. Loved it. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dabney

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice spot but bad parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and grocery shops were accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

GUAIRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location is amazing. The hostel is fun. The only thing I dislike is there is no AC in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for a good price. Room was clean, friendly staff. Parking can be a bit hard to find around the property but there is a parking garage a couple blocks away that doesn’t seem to get too full. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was great. Lots of food options with about a 10 minute walk or less. Staff was friendly and the option to leave luggage before check in or after check out was convenient. Beds could be more comfortable and the water pressure wasn’t great, but for the price it has just about everything you would need including complimentary breakfast (muffins, cereal, toast, waffles, juice & coffee).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jaeden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Neighborhood, Price & Room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakshminarayana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is bit extra pricy but stay is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sriparvathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was cute and nice with a very friendly staff. The bunk bed was a bit creaky and I wouldn't recommend the top bed (of the bunk bed) for a heavier person. They provide clock room services which is great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hostel! My teenage son and I stay here frequently. We’ve been coming here since he was in elementary school. Safe and lovely neighborhood. Staff is always super friendly and welcoming. Common areas, rooms, and shared bathrooms are always clean. Good breakfast included with your stay. We will come back time and time again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Liked: Staff & service
They provide parking with an additional cost,which is pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff where very friendly and helped us with any questions or assistance. The location was perfect to catch the train and busses to get to every tourist areas. Perfect place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is extremely clean.Staff is professional,kind,helpful,caring.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my self so much i didn't want to leave
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maykon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, súper friendly satff, I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Aud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Got a room (like a single dorm room). It was clean and private. The hostel was very nice and in a historic district. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shemeika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024