Hostels in Chicago
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HI Chicago Hostel
Chicago Loop, Chicago
Experience the excitement of Chicago from the center of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodations in the heart of the city center.
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Bren Jansen
From
United StatesI like the location. It is really close to everything. I also like that it's cheap. The bathrooms are shared but I never had to wait to use it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviews
Price from
$98
1 night, 2 adults
Stay 424 Hostel
Wicker Park, Chicago
Stay 424 Hostel in Chicago provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant.
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Esperanza
From
United StatesIt is very comfortable, super clean, and the location is perfect if you need to go to the airport, because CTA blue line is super close, the stuff was kind and they responded my messages in minutes. Easy check in-out. Definitely I will be back :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
$49.20
1 night, 2 adults
Wrigley Hostel - Chicago
Lakeview, Chicago
Wrigley Hostel is just steps away from Wrigley Field and only a 10-minute walk to the nearest public beach.
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Larry
From
United StatesThe location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews
Price from
$177
1 night, 2 adults
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
West Loop, Chicago
Located among the popular dining and entertainment of the West Loop neighborhood, this downtown Chicago hostel offers complimentary daily coffee and tea (a.m. only) and free WiFi.
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Mariah
From
United StatesVery clean and gave us towels for the shower!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
$128
1 night, 2 adults
Pill Hill Mansion
Chicago
Located in Chicago and with Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago reachable within 4.9 miles, Pill Hill Mansion has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...
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Octavious
From
United StatesTheir company
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Chicago
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Chicago
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviews
Hostels that guests love in Chicago
- Avg. price/night: $189.01Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviewsClean comfortable beds and room. Great location, walking distance from regional trains and metro. Always worth the visit. A better breakfast than I’ve had on previous visits. Safe. This hostel looks and feels safe.Guest review byMurraySolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $189.01Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviewsThe entire facility was very clean and safe. Great location within walking distance to a lot of sites and great transportation options nearby. I liked the privacy of the curtains for each bunk bed.Guest review byRoxanneSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $189.01Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviewsThe location of this youth hostel is very good. The environment is clean, tidy, and safe. There are many public facilities in the lounge for residents, and there are various breakfast options.Guest review byZi-QuanSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $264.15Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviewsGorgeous Patio! Don't expect any breathtaking views, but expect a great patio to eat your lunch/breakfast and hang out with other guests! Hostel has quiet hours and is not generally a party hub. Guests were all very respectful. The hostel has a very strong college dormitory vibe to it. Making it easy to meet new people and make friends. Great for a solo traveler. The average age of guests was pretty well under 30, but there were some travelers over 30 as well. Free Breakfast on weekends!Guest review byTylerSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $189.01Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10,093 reviewsThe staff was very nice and I could check in earlier because my bed was already ready. Everything is clean and spaceous. It' located in a safe area and the Hostel makes sure that only guests can enter. It's very cheap and you get a lot for the price! The WLan is working perfectely. They have a huge kitchen. There's a restaurant right next to the Hostel. The Hostel is located perfectly! There's a underground trainstation just around the corner. Very well done.Guest review byLauraSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $163.19Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviewsGreat location, safe and close to the subway, coffee shops, grocery stores and more within walking distance. Room was decent, spacious, doble bed was enormous, bunk bed was decent, and even though bathrooms were old they were very clean and never too crowded. Bonus: towels are incredible here.Guest review byConstanzaGroup
- Avg. price/night: $264.15Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviewsGreat location, friendly people, very safe environment inside and outside of the hostel.Guest review byPéterSolo traveler
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