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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Cocktail bar
Cocktail bar
Reception
Front of property
Signature Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Living room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Explore the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Water Tower Place
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Merchandise Mart
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪36 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 Wi-Fi 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 - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Water Tower Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

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
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
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

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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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 at the property
For any questions, 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, a smoke detector 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

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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 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 26 May 2025 start from AU$183.17, 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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 447 out of 1755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 217 out of 1755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 145 out of 1755 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Freehand is a great place to stay at! I will definitely be coming back! 10/10 recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at this unique hotel! The staff was very welcoming and informative. Super cool and vibey lounge areas and bar. The photo booth is a nice touch. Our only complaint was it was very cold in our room and could not change the thermostat. Not a deal breaker but uncomfortable at times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tenasia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and vibe. The staff was great. We would have liked to have had access to more drinkable water without having to go down to the bar or gym, and a better heater in the room. It took two days to get our room to a comfortable temperature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the staff was very helpful and nices
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Svetlana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Derrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeongeon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was perfect and service was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for us

Front desk was helpful in letting us check in early. The room including the bathroom had extremely dim lighting. There were weird stain on the curtains and the pillows were smelly. The hallways smelled like sewage. Then at 6 am housekeeping decided to vacuum the hallways on a Sunday morning waking us up. Decided to leave a whole night before my checkout without asking for a refund, I just needed to get out of there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Portia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Avery

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really small and a bit cold but for the price I really couldn’t be upset. I didn’t come expecting a full service luxury hotel and I left very happy. The hotel itself is really well decorated and the staff was incredibly friendly. The location was also a huge plus as everything was walkable despite the low temperatures outside. Overall a very positive experience and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sujeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregg

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The heat was icy, and I had a little heater, but I was cold
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrianna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Could use a deep clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Johanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, fairly priced, cool bar and cafe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe here and the staff is excellent. Very cool cocktail bar and neat decorations. Room was a bit small and cold, but location was fantastic and great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024