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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property

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Interior
Interior detail
Cocktail bar
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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
(67 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
(81 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 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

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 helpful staff 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. 1287 out of 2800 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 670 out of 2800 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 388 out of 2800 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 204 out of 2800 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 251 out of 2800 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was 14 degrees and the room was 44° with the heater on max, just did not get warm at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No heat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abagael

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We checked into our room 8:30pm & found that our room had no heat. It’s Chicago so code is that the room needs to be 68 degrees. (Outside temp 4 degrees -2 overnight) The room was well below and no heat was able to be adjusted. We found out that the hotel was aware of this issue but did not provide additional blankets or heater. They offered no remedy or solutions, the front desk person was incredibly rude & defensive about the situation saying we could go to another hotel at 9pm at night and no refund was offered for $50 parking. Will not be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kehan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lady came in my room at 9 am and yelled at me for having a can next to my bed like I’m a child. Very annoying and I didn’t get my free drinks upon arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Elle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The design of the space is beautiful but the upkeep of the space is poor - in my room, the shades didn’t work, were stained with what looked like red juice, the radio did not work and seemed to be only for show. The heat despite being set to 85 degrees upon my arrival was not warm - when I increased the heat to 90 degrees it remained cold in the room. The shower water barely got above lukewarm. My only issue with the staff was upon arrival when I asked if the concierge could hold my bags while I went to park my car; he responded that I could use the 15 minute parking and run the bags up to my room. It’s typical for a hotel to hold bags for patrons so I found this to be poor service. Sadly would not recommend this location, which is unfortunate because the Brooklyn location was special.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk eas very easy to deal with and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay. My room was originally drafty and the heat wasn't working. The staff quickly assisted me and gave me a new room. The bar and cafe were lovely additions to my overall Chicago experience. I hope to stay here again. **I still have not received my deposit back and it's been almost 3 weeks**
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Calvin, Augusta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great. We mostly enjoyed our stay. Our bed wasn’t very clean and the heater didn’t seem to work very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was freindly and helpful definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Destiny

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Azzali

Business traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is excellent especially customer service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff where great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cayla

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Calvin, Augusta

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of noise the entire night. The police even came to the next room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Qixin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025