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Freehand Chicago

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A luxurious hotel lobby with a plush sofa set, a large wooden bookshelf, and a central decorative pillar. - Freehand Chicago (Chicago)
A bookshelf with books, decorative items, and plants. - Freehand Chicago (Chicago)
A bar area with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by potted plants. - Freehand Chicago (Chicago)
A warmly lit library with bookshelves, a central reading area with sofas and a table, and a chandelier. - Freehand Chicago (Chicago)
A reception area with a wooden counter, shelves with various items, and a decorative wall hanging. - Freehand Chicago (Chicago)
Located close to Chinese Consulate and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site restaurant, Broken Shaker, features local cuisine and happy hour. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a pillow featuring a red floral pattern, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted lamp.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Private Quad

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a wall-mounted TV, and a geometric wall decoration.

Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(106 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted flag, and a window with curtains.

King

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a desk with a chair, and a city view.

Premium Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a geometric wall hanging.

Premium King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact hotel room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a small table with a remote control, and a hanging light fixture.

Premium Private Quad

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, wooden headboards, and white curtains.

Private Female Quad

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Chicago, a neighborhood in Chicago, Freehand Chicago is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and Broadway Playhouse 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. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • The Chicago Theatre with marquee lights and a large sign.
    State Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A busy urban street with a train crossing, tall buildings, and a tram.
    Michigan Avenue
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    Chicago Riverwalk
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A castle-like structure with turrets and a modern skyscraper in the background.
    Water Tower Place
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.
    Merchandise Mart
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Eataly
    1 min walk
  • Upstairs at The Gwen
    3 min walk
  • Shake Shack
    2 min walk
  • Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
    3 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 64 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
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 64 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)

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 64 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 Merchandise Mart are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Freehand Chicago Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1523 out of 3387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 780 out of 3387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 483 out of 3387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 276 out of 3387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 325 out of 3387 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Aoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were friendly, helpful and each interaction made the stay enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brittni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with amazing design, atmosphere, and location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Great price point! Everyone was very helpful! Public Parking very close!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Great vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms were nice, a little dirty. Check in and out was easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emiley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my friend LOVED staying here! It’s so cute inside with the bar and photobooth(bonus) The staff was super nice and funny and helped us out a lot. We would stay here again 1000%
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff & clean room. great location, would be nice if they had stuff like a mini fridge or microwave but overall for the price it’s definitely worth a visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Idella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall it was nice. Staff were lovely and lobby was beautiful. The rooms were a little rough around the edges, but nothing too bad. Overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ice cold ac. There’s definitely red fluids stained onto the curtains but other than that great place for the price and location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were efficient and helpful and had great suggestions for things to see in the area. I stayed in one of the 4 bed quads, and while the room could def use a fresh coat of paint the room was exactly what I wanted I.e a cheap place to stay one night in Chicago
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved it! Great hotel, super convenient location and super cute for vintage aesthetic pictures!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, affordable, comfortable bed, great air conditioning and plenty of hot water great water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noushin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very small room but they were able to check us in early which was nice. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice and staff were nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cool lil boutique type hotel with great location. Room was great, but they could hit the shower/curtain with some bleach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I liked the hotel. It was worth the low price, but it is definitely not the Buckinham Palace! Simple and economic. Very close to all attractions. Will definitely stay here on our next trip to Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Felipe

Liked: Staff & service
Great location! In the center of basically everything. Building is old and not as kept up but didn’t bother me.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Old building and the room had that old smell. Only complaint. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly helpful staff, absolutely no complaints there! I only wish there was some sort of microwave and/or fridge in the room. Also king bed room felt very small, but it was inexpensive so it was worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feels a bit like urban camping with the bunk beds in a smaller room. It’s a great location. Kiddo thought the beds were cool. Lobby bar & restaurant are quite good. It’s a solid if unconventional choice for downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kostadin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful, and the bartenders working that evening were amazing—very welcoming, attentive, and professional. They made my stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vibe was cool. The bar was full. Coffee was good. Beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026