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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 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
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is AED 294
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Room options

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Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Quad

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

7.8 out of 10
Good
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Private Quad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Private Quad

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Premium Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed In Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed In Female Shared Quad

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Female Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bed In Shared Quad Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

  • State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 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

Getting around

  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. 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 the lobby. 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 premises, tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services
  • An elevator, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 217 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean 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 transportation

  • Self 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 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 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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

Property payment types

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)

Property is also known as

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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 75 lbs 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out 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. 1191 out of 2611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 634 out of 2611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 364 out of 2611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 190 out of 2611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 232 out of 2611 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, staff are nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved the retro style of the hotel. It was also in a great location to all the things we wanted to do and was affordable compared to other hotels around it. With it being in a popular area it was quiet at night which we loved.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very accessible location and amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

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

10/10 Excellent

Lixiao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, very good staff services, very convenient location, quiet, easy checking in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Amenities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Could have been a little cleaner in the common areas but the value was good staff was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really small room but good for solo travelers, the workers were so nice and helpful. The vibes were amazing and there is also a photo both!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

sourabh

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is good
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were wonderfully helpful and friendly. The location was amazing and the place was clean, safe, and quiet.
The bed was comfortable but you only get 1 pillow. The blanket was super fluffy and soft
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went very smoothly Really nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff were always happy to help
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location with very helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and comfortable accomadations
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay went fine. Very affordable for a short weekend visit and amenities were ok. Nothing fancy about the hotel was clean and i felt safe. First time staying at a Hostel and things were fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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