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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
Theater show
Deluxe Suite | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Library
Lobby sitting area

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 | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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 | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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4-Bed Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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
  • 4 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 | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 3.5 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
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Chicago Getaway Hostel. An arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Outdoor furniture, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Books, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a billiards/pool table
  • 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 and Lake Michigan. 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. 669 out of 1047 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1047 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1047 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1047 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1047 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

Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Location is great. Perfect for my weekend stay. Close to restaurants,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

The neighborhood is really charming and convenient for a long stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

It's a great place to stay when you are visiting Chicago!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Super nice staff. Great place. So convenient, safe, and felt like home for a few days
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice and safe locality
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff was top-notch! The total space was remarkably clean & well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Very nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Seemed very well run and it was clean. It was lively, which we liked. Nice room for meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

I’ve stayed here about 20 times! I always plan on coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Good private rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I loved everything about this place. Will recommend it to friends. Will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Very nice old building ( front) with a great vibe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great place. Will be back with the wife when we visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The area is super beautiful! The community, staff, and vibes were nice. Lots of kids and elderly so I felt safe :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

First time staying at a hostile! Enjoyable experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The Getaway away is the best Hostel I've ever been. Lol, It was the only one My wife and I ever been. I love the community aspect of the whole. And the was a free breakfast 😋 ☺️ 😌 🤗. Great place. My wife and I will be staying again. Thanks Geaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

I felt safe, nice and clean hostel. Kind staff, friendly people at property in general. Breakfast option. Quick check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Sure! Here’s a short review you can use: ⸻ My stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel was amazing! The rooms and bathrooms were super clean, which made the whole experience even better. The location is top tier, just steps away from the trains and bus stops, making it easy to get around the city. Plus, being surrounded by a college campus gave the area a fun, vibrant vibe. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Historic old building. Parking is a challenge. Staff was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff went above and beyond for me and my 15 year old. The made us feel welcome important and talked me down from an anxiety attack while trying to find parking 🙃 The courtyard and breakfast were beautiful. Parking is only issue, however not necessary the establishments fault.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Room was extremely small. Beds are so uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice hostel with shared bathrooms. Quiet and well run. VERY difficult to find the parking behind the hostel. It is an almost hidden alley directly behind the building and the map provided left us driving in circles for a half an hour or more. Suggest label all alleys and roads on map so can make sense of it and emphasize that the alley is VERY hard to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025