Freehand Chicago

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

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Freehand Chicago offers modern comfort near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy local cuisine at Broken Shaker during happy hour. The upscale hotel provides high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym for convenience and relaxation.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₹6,107
₹8,731 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Classic Queen Room (Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Queen Room (Private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 185 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Quadruple Room, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • ‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UNO Pizzeria & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Upscale hotel near Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Located close to Chinese Consulate and Holy Name Cathedral, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Broken Shaker, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services
  • A lift, a water dispenser and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, heating and daily housekeeping

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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)

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1927
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 60611, 60611, Hotel License

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Freehand Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on 17 Nov 2025 start from ₹6,107.46, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Freehand Chicago?

Self-parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Freehand Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Consulate, Holy Name Cathedral and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Freehand Chicago Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1173 out of 2568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 629 out of 2568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 352 out of 2568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 183 out of 2568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 2568 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Location was excellent would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great walkable location to all the sights!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location downtown at an affordable price!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place to stay. The Red Line station is 1 1/2 blocks away and is the key to public transportation in Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zlatka

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location close to everything. Room with a double bed was small but had a nice bathroom. Nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, clean and good room partners
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved our stay ! We were close to lots of cool restaurants and shops Cozy room and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location to everything we had planned to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and nice helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky cozy and clean. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and polite
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
(Private queen room) the room was small but very comfortable. Everyone was very nice and friendly. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel Massimiliano Vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great local and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc

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

10/10 Excellent

Svjatoslavs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with decent size lockers and bunk beds ok as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakim Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how nice the hotel staff was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Good for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No frills but all the vibes and so convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bathroom recently redone and was fabulous, but room was old and tattered. Bed was nice and comfy. Nice crisp sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Amenities
Staff was wonderful, the building charming. Broken shaker is always solid.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was ok. Great for any solo traveling visiting downtown Chicago. Location is close to many attractions. It would be great to have a microwave on site
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025