HI Chicago is located in Downtown Chicago, a neighbourhood in Chicago, and is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Art Institute of Chicago and Field Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Soldier Field. Enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Guests love the hostel's location for the sightseeing.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Gazebo Restaurant at Grant Park - 3 min walk
Thai Spoon - 2 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min walk
Wingstop - 2 min walk
Epic Burger - 1 min walk
About this property
HI Chicago
Eco-friendly hostel near Millennium Park
Art Institute of Chicago and Grant Park are located near HI Chicago, which provides free continental breakfast, a cafe and a library. The on-site café, Cafecito, features brunch. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Express check-out, 2 meeting rooms and a front desk safe
A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and a billiards/pool table
A computer station, tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services
Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All 68 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Awards and affiliations
Green/Sustainable Property This property participates in Green Globe, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
Languages
Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Italian, Japanese, Spanish
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
The property is disinfected using an electrostatic spray
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC), Safe Travels (WTTC - Global) and SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
Check-in
Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
Coffee/tea in a common area
Restaurants on site
Cafecito
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Lift
Front-desk safe
Library
Lockers available
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Meeting rooms - 2
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged USD 3 at check-in, payable to the hostel.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Club card: USD 4 per person, per night.
Child's club card: USD 0 per night, (up to 17 years old).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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 Chicago
HI Chicago Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
HI Chicago Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago
Frequently asked questions
Is HI Chicago pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at ?
As of 28 Mar 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at on 29 Mar 2023 start from ₹6,507.23, 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 HI Chicago?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at HI Chicago?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM.
What time is check-out at HI Chicago?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is HI Chicago located?
Located in Downtown Chicago, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 5-minute walk of State Street and Grant Park. Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are also within 10 minutes. Harold Washington Library Station and Harrison Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free at HI Chicago and receive a full refund?
Yes, HI Chicago offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to HI Chicago cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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This place fits its place in the market very well. The common area is very well maintained
James
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
6/10 Okay
William
Travelled with group
21 Mar 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Facility is nice and we’ll set up. Biggest issue is that it is freezing. Doesn’t feel like heating is working much in the rooms and they only provide thin quilts as blankets. Ended up getting sick on the first night.