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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property

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Cocktail bar
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Cocktail bar
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Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Water Tower Place
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 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)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(65 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Queen Room (Private) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Queen Room (Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

King Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Queen Room (Private) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Quadruple Room, Women only

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Private Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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

Bed In Female Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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

Private Female Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Private Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4

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

Bed In Shared Quad Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and self parking.
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Freehand Chicago. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Michigan Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at Broken Shaker
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Chinese Consulate and 5 minutes on foot from Holy Name Cathedral
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Chicago hotel is smoke free.

Broken Shaker – This cocktail bar specialises in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 64 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

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: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1235 out of 2697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 654 out of 2697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 378 out of 2697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 194 out of 2697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 236 out of 2697 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Selin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seyedmohsen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Matias

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, accomodating staff, convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Good for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

eric

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel room is for sleeping and showering only. There is no mini fridge and we didnt see an ice machine anywhere. I knew the room would be small, so we were fine with it. It served its purpose and nothing bad happened, but I probably wouldnt stay thede again. It is perfect for young people who arent in fhe room much and it was more economical than other places. Both pros and cons.
The bathroom was definitely my favorite part. Just beautiful green. Tile. I would LOVE that in my bafhroom!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice but not the roommates.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A letdown overall after a great stay at Freehand NYC. Other than the AM female barista/bartender, who was great, the staff was not the best. Property is not in the greatest shape, particularly our room. Some corners cut with renovation. Rooms are original size from the early 20th century.
View from room
Front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No frills but all the vibes and so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Estevan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shiyas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Freehand Chicago is very affordable and clean. Staff are incredibly kind. I had an amazing time. The only negative thing I have to say is my house white wine was $18. That is quite above the going price. Also, know ahead of time if you booked a private room or a quad. I was unaware that it is a hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was so friendly and accommodating! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mounika

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Amenities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Amenities
Staff was wonderful, the building charming. Broken shaker is always solid.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Update tvs for streaming devices and elevators need to be fixed they just go where the hell they want to go
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous and helpful staff. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean and good room partners
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun atmosphere, great location and amenities. Kind staff and a nice shower (dealbreaker if a place doesn't have one!)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025