See all properties
Save

Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Upscale Art Deco hotel, walk to Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Choose dates to view prices

Freehand Chicago

Photo gallery for Freehand Chicago

Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Premium Queen Room (Private)
Interior detail
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Freehand Chicago

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

Check out the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Popular LocationNorthwestern Memorial Hospital7 min walk
  • Popular LocationWater Tower Place11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMerchandise Mart13 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)35 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Women only

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

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

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

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

Classic Queen Room (Private)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for King Room

King Room

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

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

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Premium Queen Room (Private)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Exterior
Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
3.9 out of 5, Good, (2545)
The price is AU$374
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Warwick Allerton - Chicago

About the area

Chicago

Freehand Chicago puts you in the heart of Chicago, steps from Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute stroll of Holy Name Cathedral. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .Broken Shaker serves local cuisine. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Chicago hotel include Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk
  • Water Tower Place - 11 min walk
  • Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eataly - 1 min walk
  • Nordstrom - 2 min walk
  • Weber Grill Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 3 min walk
  • UNO Pizzeria & Grill - 1 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Upscale Art Deco hotel, walk to Northwestern Memorial Hospital
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.

  • 1 building
  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Built in 1927
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 49 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 17 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Building
  • 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

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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

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 49 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

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Freehand Chicago Hotel
Freehand Hotel
Freehand Chicago
Freehand
Freehand Hotel Chicago
Freehand Chicago Hotel
Freehand Chicago Chicago
Freehand Chicago Hotel Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Freehand Chicago?

Freehand Chicago offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 28 May 2024 start from AU$194.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Freehand Chicago?

Yep, Freehand Chicago has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 49 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Freehand Chicago?

Yep, Freehand Chicago is a short 14-minute walk from Ohio Street Beach.

What makes Freehand Chicago a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Freehand Chicago.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Freehand Chicago?

No, Freehand Chicago does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Freehand Chicago?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1009 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mai Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Trendy. Skews younger. Felt kind of like the beginning of a Guy Ritchie film, or the next Knives Out movie. PAPER THIN WALLS though, and if the cleaning crew leaves for the day good luck getting moved to a new room. Rooms are small, but since it's a hostel/hotel it makes sense. If going for a specific ambiance then this could be a cool hotel. If you're looking for guaranteed relaxation and sound privacy, there are other hotels in the area at similar rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sydnee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at the Freehand in the past & have always been very pleased, this time around unfortunately the room was very dirty and the 2 lamps with plugs in the room did not work. There was an immense amount of dust throughout the room, the bathroom was unswept & the carpet seemed to be not vacuumed, as well as both side tables had sticky spots that seemed to be from previous guests drinks. The bathroom was also very small & there was no where to set your items but the floor. With some cleaning and minor upgrades this hotel would be up to par with our previous stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

De'ja

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so incredibly nice and helpful! Amanda at the front desk always asked how I was doing and helped me with the things that I needed. She really made my stay so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, San Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nucleus

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hello, I recently had the misfortune of staying at Freehand Chicago, and my experience was nothing short of appalling. At 7:22 AM, I encountered a front desk clerk who was not only unhelpful but also incredibly rude when I inquired about the availability of a microwave to heat up my food. To my shock, this was the first hotel I've stayed in where there wasn't a refrigerator for guest use anywhere on the premises. The front desk was left unattended for a staggering 15 minutes before someone at the café bar reluctantly went into the private back room to inform the clerk that guests were in need of assistance. This level of negligence and lack of professionalism is unacceptable. It is evident that the staff at Freehand Chicago are in dire need of proper training in customer service. This experience has left such a sour taste that I can confidently say I will never consider staying at Freehand Chicago again. I hope this review serves as a wake-up call for the management to address these issues promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and simple hotel with good vibe / safe area!
Liked the vibe of this hotel. Simple and clean accommodations in a great location at an affordable price. Shower was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

chloe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

UTSAV

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gaukhar

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024