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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel with private beach and free breakfast

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Traditional brick building with a striking entrance, adorned with lush greenery and elegant lantern-style lighting.
Welcome to the Chicago Getaway Hostel, where guests can enjoy a scenic approach through lush greenery and a historic brick wall.
Enjoy casual dining or meetings in this outdoor patio area with lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Relax in our welcoming lobby with a variety of seating options and a kitchenette area.
Relax in this stylish room with a large arched window, comfortable sofa, and flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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4-Bed Dormitory

4-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Chicago

At Chicago Getaway Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. Highlights at this Georgian hostel include a nearby private beach and free continental breakfast. .This hostel has a business centre, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Lincoln Park hostel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Wrigley Field and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Michigan Avenue.
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What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wrigley Field - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bourgeois Pig Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ludlow Charlingtons Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Georgian hostel with private beach and free breakfast
A private beach is featured. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Chicago Getaway Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Chicago hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1928
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukranian

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 34 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

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

Is parking available at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Yep, Chicago Getaway Hostel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 34 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Yep, Chicago Getaway Hostel is a short 20-minute walk from North Avenue Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests enjoy the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, Chicago Getaway Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 708 out of 1103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1103 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mikayla

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SUPER recommend staying here for a cheap option in Chicago! As a solo female traveler I stayed in the single room w/attached half-bath. It was clean and quiet and I felt totally safe. There's even free breakfast here! It is about a 12-min walk from the Fullerton station (Red, Brown, and Purple lines), which is a bit far out of the city center, but the location is more than worth it for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tammy, Sykesville

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool idea, but a total fail. First off, I didn’t expect a fancy room or a long list of amenities. We booked a private room with private bath. So with that said, here are the list of fails as they come to my mind: *No wash rags offered. I was told by the front desk that most people don’t use rags and they use their hands. What? *Radiator in room worked two nights out of the three that we stayed. It was quite cold the one night that we had no heat. *Room was dirty and dismal. Hardly any lighting so I made the most of the daylight with the blind open. *Lots of noise in the hallways at night. Doors slamming, laughing, radiator made all sort of noises. Could hear the annoying beeping of the elevator every time someone entered or exited. Downloaded a white noise app on my phone to try and drown out the sounds. I’m all about a good time, but wouldn’t mind some peace and semi quiet after 11pm. *Breakfast was bare minimum. The toast machine was broke and anything you put in it fell out the back end onto the countertop. I wasn’t the only guest frustrated with this. *Towel rack in bathroom was broken. *Water collected at the bottom of shower so you were standing in your own dirty water by showers end. *Vending machine would not work when I went to purchase a bottled water. When I asked the front desk employee if he could unlock the machine so I could get a water he gave me a confused look and said that I could get water from the tap in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genaro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st time staying here. Loved it. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Liked: Staff & service
They provide parking with an additional cost,which is pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NFN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Manager was particularly courteous & helpful in helping me get checked in early & settled.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hostel! My teenage son and I stay here frequently. We’ve been coming here since he was in elementary school. Safe and lovely neighborhood. Staff is always super friendly and welcoming. Common areas, rooms, and shared bathrooms are always clean. Good breakfast included with your stay. We will come back time and time again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayeed

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and grocery shops were accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sriparvathi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was cute and nice with a very friendly staff. The bunk bed was a bit creaky and I wouldn't recommend the top bed (of the bunk bed) for a heavier person. They provide clock room services which is great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

getaway hostel

It was good, we stayed in a private suite and we had our own bathroom, a bed and a bunk bed. there was a large closet space, no tv. It was clean and bed were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montiya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for a good price. Room was clean, friendly staff. Parking can be a bit hard to find around the property but there is a parking garage a couple blocks away that doesn’t seem to get too full. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonniesue W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I guess we will only stay here anymore!

Honestly, this is the best deal in town. Awesome area with plenty of food and nightlife and shopping within easy walking distance. A few blocks from the red/brown/purple lines. Value cannot be beat. It’s a great atmosphere! We got a premium room so we had our own bath/shower. To know, they provided towels but thankfully I had a couple washcloths in my bag. There’s no tv in the room, which I liked. No frills but definitely enough. *I cannot, so far, speak to the dormitory spaces, but the price is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Chicago Getaway Hostel for a wonderful stay. I stayed here for approximately 11 days over two bookings and each time the staff were fantastic. I stayed in a one bedroom half bathroom which was great for a single older female traveller. The showers were sufficient and at most times available without waiting. The breakfast was included and was adequate for a hostel, cereal, toast, juice, coffee or tea and on some days muffins, yogurt or fresh fruit. There is a full kitchen and large dining area. I can't comment on parking but the public transport wasn't too far if you are able to walk a few blocks. The best part is the location, north side of the river surrounded by eateries and bars. I found it was quiet and safe. I would definitely recommend this place if you want to save on accommodation costs in Chicago. Hostels are not for everyone however this one was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayelyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was great. Lots of food options with about a 10 minute walk or less. Staff was friendly and the option to leave luggage before check in or after check out was convenient. Beds could be more comfortable and the water pressure wasn’t great, but for the price it has just about everything you would need including complimentary breakfast (muffins, cereal, toast, waffles, juice & coffee).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Shobhna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

GUAIRA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location is amazing. The hostel is fun. The only thing I dislike is there is no AC in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025