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HI Chicago Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from State Street

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Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Interior
Interior detail
City view from property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Explore the area

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24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605
  • Place, Art Institute of Chicago
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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King Size Bed

King Size Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Full Size Bed

Full Size Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Chicago

HI Chicago Hostel puts you in the heart of Chicago, steps from State Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Millennium Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Cafecito, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago hostel include Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Art Institute of Chicago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Millennium Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Willis Tower - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Harrison Station - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 4 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maharaj Indian Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lounge At Congress Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lao Sze Chuan - ‬3 min walk

About this property

HI Chicago Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, steps from State Street
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at HI Chicago Hostel.

This Chicago hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1886
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
HI Chicago Hostel offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cafecito

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1886
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 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, a first aid kit and window guards
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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 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, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI Chicago Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hostelling International Chicago Chicago Hostel
Hostelling International Chicago Summer Hotel Chicago
Hostelling International Chicago Hostel
Hostelling International Chicago
Hostel HI Chicago
HI Chicago
HI Chicago Hostel Chicago
HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at HI Chicago Hostel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at HI Chicago Hostel?

As of 11 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Chicago Hostel on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$108.86, 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.

Are there any beaches close to HI Chicago Hostel?

The closest beach to HI Chicago Hostel is Oak Street Beach (3.1 km).

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at HI Chicago Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at HI Chicago Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at HI Chicago Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

HI Chicago Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1111 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

tessa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Santosh Kumar

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was overall a very good stay with all the required hostel facilities & security.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Md Romyull

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow! What an incredible place. Central location, clean, friendly, convenient to everything in downtown Chicago and all the train lines. Would definitely stay again, 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Queen, La Jara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mazin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location 10 minute walk to the Art Inst
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa, Miramar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tabia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eriqa

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

Great hostel with amazing location

HI Hostel was awesome. I stayed here twice, the first time I got the best room I've ever had in a hostel with privacy curtains and not too crowded, as well as a common area only for the two dorm rooms adjacent, besides the main common area on another floor. The only downside was the insanely small cupboards for your things, you cannot lock your bag away anywhere. The second time I ended up in a room without privacy curtains either, which was a let down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent hostel—clean, friendly, well run. It IS a hostel, so even with a private room expect noise from other guests in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellen & Jovanna, Rosenfeld

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at HI Chicago was excellent. We enjoyed the “elevated” hostel stay in our own room, but a shared living space. It was in the perfect location, everything is within walking distance. The only downside is finding parking, but we were lucky enough to find a spot relatively close. The train ran right by our room, it was like our own white noise to lull us to sleep. We’d recommend this place, we felt safe, comfortable, and it was a unique experience. We would recommend to others & come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at desk was helpful. Cuban restaurant next door (Cafecito) was terrific. Very nice common room on second floor with amenities and street views. Hostel is right on the "El" so be prepared for some train noise. Walking distance to Auditorium Theater and Art Institute.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jamison

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kill
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy Elysse

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tongxi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good experience staying here!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sparsely furnished making it easier to keep clean and not feel crowded even in rooms with multiple occupants. Very secure location. Close to most train lines and many museums and tour spots.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
72 years old - ladder to upper bunk was straight up and down (not at an angle) - while I am in good shape (weekly yoga, Nordic walking, swimming), this was beyond difficult- while a lower bunk remained unused for a long time, front desk could not supply a lower bunk option.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025