City view
Free WiFi
Bathtub
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Key card access
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms
Safe
Baggage storage

Stay in the heart of Chicago

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Featuring a restaurant, Freehand Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Free WiFi access is available. Both the John Hancock Observatory and Millennium Park are within 0.6 mi of the hotel.

Offering both private and shared rooms, the property provides a seating area, desk and air conditioning. Linen and towels are provided as well. Select rooms include a flat-screen TV.

A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to Freehand Chicago, which includes a shared lounge. Other amenities offered include lockers and luggage storage.

The Broken Shaker offers up signature cocktails and small bites in a relaxing and unique space. Cafe Integral serves Nicaraguan gourmet coffee and creative breakfast dishes.

The hotel is a 2-minute walk away from the Magnificent Mile and a 10-minute walk from Water Tower Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 16 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Chicago, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Freehand Chicago has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 22, 2015
Hotel chain/brand: Generator Hostels

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Chicago, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast Info

American


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
4 bunk beds
1 twin bed
4 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
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  • If I book for 10 days. Would I have to share the room with other people. Or will it just be me.
    Hi there, This listing is for a bed in a shared room, so there will be up to 3 other guests of the hotel in the room with you. Freehand Chicago
    Answered on 5 April 2020
  • How much is parking?
    The hotel offers parking for a discounted rate of $39 / night with free in and out privileges. It is at a garage called the Grand Plaza. The entrance ..
    Answered on 11 October 2019
  • If I book a quad room for two people can we have it to ourselves?
    If you book a private quad it could be just for 2 people.
    Answered on 11 October 2019
  • Is there breakfast include?
    No, we do not offer complimentary breakfast. There are several nearby restaurants who offer breakfast for sale.
    Answered on 11 November 2019
  • Is it pet friendly?
    No, we are not a pet friendly hotel.
    Answered on 11 October 2019
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Hotel area info *
2 Restaurants On Site

    Broken Shaker

    Food: American, Local

    Open for: Dinner, Cocktail hour

    Cafe

    Food: American, Local

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch

Travel Proud

Travel Proud

This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.

Amenities of Freehand Chicago
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • View
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs $49 per day.
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

Freehand Chicago takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Freehand Chicago accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please be informed that, any reservation of 10 people or more per night will be considered a group with different terms and conditions. Groups reservations can only be made through our reservations team, and Generator reserves the right to cancel it otherwise.

Additionally, we would welcome a dog on property but only when staying in a private room/dorm, and subject to a fee per dog/per Stay. Please note that the property can only allow pets with a maximum weight of 34 kilos / 75 pounds.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Cafe: Closed from Tue, Jan 19, 2021 until Wed, Jun 30, 2021

Bar is closed from Tue, Jan 19, 2021 until Wed, Jun 30, 2021

A damage deposit of USD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Freehand Chicago

  • The prices at Freehand Chicago may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Freehand Chicago is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Freehand Chicago include:

    • Double
    • Quad
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Suite
    • Dorm Room

  • Freehand Chicago offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Evening entertainment
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Happy hour
    • Live music/Performance

  • Freehand Chicago has 2 restaurants:

    • Cafe
    • Broken Shaker

  • Freehand Chicago is 0.7 miles from the center of Chicago.

  • The nearest beach is 0.8 miles from Freehand Chicago.