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Reviews of HI Chicago Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

24 Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL 60605, United States of America

#94 of 180 hotels in Chicago

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 4412 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Activities that they organise to socialise, location, breakfast amazing included in the price

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    Simple and effective
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Full Size Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air con was loud

    Everyone was very nice, great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect place for a weekend in Chicago
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Really clean nice common room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    9.0
    Worth the shot!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The first days, the common area in which our rooms was, was extremely hot, I have no idea why but it was fixed after we asked them to. The ladder for the twin beds is extremely uncomfortable in my opinion 🙁

    The bathroom was mostly clean and it was shared only between 4 rooms. The beds were pretty comfortable, the location is great, the staff is friendly, the hostel hosts a lot of free activities which is absolutely awesome, the common area is also great and you can use it even after check-out if you've got a flight later in the day, the breakfast was pretty decent.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bathroom arrangement was less than optimal. Breakfast was quite basic and bland.

    Bunk bed was nice; great price

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    9.0
    Overall, it's value for my money! Will stay again!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night

    There should be a padlock for rent or borrow. Buying the new padlock is not eco-friendly. $4 fee for bag storage after checkout should be got rid of.

    Location is great; close to everything downtown. Room is clean. Breakfast is not fancy but it's value for your money.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    9.0
    It a good place in a good location. Easily accessible and it worth the money
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I like everything aside some of the kitchen staffs who are always frowning their faces.

    The location, tight security,neatness, breakfast, friendly staffs and Serenity

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location in the Loop near Metra and other public transpo. Free breakfast gave you a starting foundation with juice, coffee, toast, and fruit. Locker has ample space for storage and there was a light by my bunk.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Good value for especially students and low budgets
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I had to change my dates for just a little bit in the last minute due to the flight delay so I asked my friend to tell to staff at the counter and request to not to charge me for the night I couldn't get there. the personnel accepted but charged her card for the full price. This happened while I already had reserved the place for another night and had just asked them to "switch" the dates for me so I wouldn't had to for the night I wasn't there. I contacted costumer service through Booking and they said I should follow-up with the hustle, however, the hustle staff directed me to the Booking too...

    breakfast the simplest and ok. coffee and hot water are available for 24/7 which is very good. the dorm mattress are 5 out of 10 for me and honestly it was clean. location also is very great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Overall a very Nice Hostel !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was cold in the rooms with very thin blankets, had to throw extra layers on me so I wouldn't be cold at night. Very heavy and Loud Doors that would slam in the bedrooms.

    Nice privacy in the bed with the curtains. Spacious showers. Plenty of breakfast option !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    7.0
    It was ok other than the parking
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If you drive parking will equate a regular room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    Homeless people around outside but the rooms and place ok!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    in the street there was some homeless people that make the place not too much safe

    I like the most ,that is near to a lot of bus station

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would have liked that they didn't charged extra to keep bags

    Everything was clean, and the amenities where in good conditions

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is fantastic, you could hardly be closer to the city center.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Our stay was lovely with the ability to visit so many scenic Chicago places and venues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no option to just have a single room, but otherwise everything was great.

    Location was a huge plus and daily breakfast included was fantastic. Our rooms were clean and staff were very helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights

    One of the showers and a wc were out of order. For a whole floor they ought to be more stalls.

    The rooms were as expected, with good heating and air conditioning. The bed was clean and comfortable. They provided a good complementary continental breakfast. Every night had events in the lounge, and we had a buffet of Chicago Hotdogs while playing pool and table tennis. The staff was helpful with directions around Chicago, and the hostel was a great venue for meeting people and making friends!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The price is too expensive

    Very good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a close walk to the Arts institute. You have the ability to socialize with other guests or be left on your own. I love this hostel. The staff couldn’t be more kind and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice hostel and awesome location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    8.0
    A good place to stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Private One Bedroom Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Neighboorhood complicated

    Nice. But some itens finished fast. Few fruit options.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    7.0
    Highly recommend hostel in Chicago
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lacks cooking kits in my 4-men room

    Excellent location of traffic with so much subways and buses

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ladies bathroom was to exposed since it was in the corredor, the doors should be activated only with the cards

    It was very good located and clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    9.0
    Good location but remember to bring your ear plugs.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I have to wait restroom if your apartment live more people.

    Nice bed and large room space.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Charge me extra amount for 1 night because I extended my stay in same room, But was on booking was wrong in 10 bed room And I stay in 315 room 8th beds And I stay allot in your hostels. Thanks you And one more thing I asked some many times about Air condition But all night was 🥶 cold.

    I love everything ❤️ But one off desktop worker charge me more for bucking 1 day 24hr.

    Stayed in April 2024

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