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HI Chicago Hostel

Chicago Loop, Chicago

Experience the excitement of Chicago from the center of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodations in the heart of the city center.

M
Margini
From
Nicaragua
Everything. It was my first time in Chicago, I really enjoyed my stay. Hi Chicago was amazing. Good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews
Price from
$98
1 night, 2 adults

Revelation Home

Chicago

Located within 9.4 miles of Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago and 11 miles of Guaranteed Rate Field, Revelation Home provides rooms in Chicago.

D
David
From
United States
The staff was awesome! Very nice lady (sorry i forgot her name, my apologies) that made sure i was comfortable, and had everything I needed. Great conversation as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
$55.73
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Chicago

Wicker Park, Chicago

Stay Chicago in Chicago offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, shared bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and parquet floors, ensuring a pleasant stay.

N
Newsome
From
United States
Very comfortable and clean. Bed very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
$32.40
1 night, 2 adults

Chicago Parthenon Hostel

West Loop, Chicago

Located among the popular dining and entertainment of the West Loop neighborhood, this downtown Chicago hostel offers complimentary daily coffee and tea (a.m. only) and free WiFi.

L
Lucia
From
Mexico
The Hostel is so comfortable, clean and has a great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Price from
$128
1 night, 2 adults

Pill Hill Mansion

Chicago

Located in Chicago and with Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago reachable within 4.9 miles, Pill Hill Mansion has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

A
ARIF
From
India
The location is convenient to the city center, we can take bus J14. The bus stop is just 5 minutes waking distance from the property. The kitchen is well equipped with all cooking facilities such as a microwave oven, refrigerator, and coffee machine.The dishes and pots are sufficient. Traveller's wants to explore the Chicago city can start in early morning and can carry cooked food with them. The property is very much safe, but aboid late night, especially after 10pm entry. Don't talk at all with people's on Street. I really enjoyed my stay with my wife and daughters.Very a very big sitting hall for watching television. Big dining table attached to kitchen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

Wrigley Hostel - Chicago

Lakeview, Chicago

Wrigley Hostel is just steps away from Wrigley Field and only a 10-minute walk to the nearest public beach.

A
Aykan
From
Turkey
Staff is pretty friendly and helpful. The location is great, there are lots of great bars and restaurants around. It's just 3 mins away by walking from the redline subway, which operates 24/7. So it's also very easy to go downtown. It was a great experience to stay in Wrigley Hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews
Clean comfortable beds and room. Great location, walking distance from regional trains and metro. Always worth the visit. A better breakfast than I’ve had on previous visits. Safe. This hostel looks and feels safe.
Guest review by
Murray
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews
The entire facility was very clean and safe. Great location within walking distance to a lot of sites and great transportation options nearby. I liked the privacy of the curtains for each bunk bed.
Guest review by
Roxanne
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews
The location of this youth hostel is very good. The environment is clean, tidy, and safe. There are many public facilities in the lounge for residents, and there are various breakfast options.
Guest review by
Zi-Quan
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $142.05
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews
Gorgeous Patio! Don't expect any breathtaking views, but expect a great patio to eat your lunch/breakfast and hang out with other guests! Hostel has quiet hours and is not generally a party hub. Guests were all very respectful. The hostel has a very strong college dormitory vibe to it. Making it easy to meet new people and make friends. Great for a solo traveler. The average age of guests was pretty well under 30, but there were some travelers over 30 as well. Free Breakfast on weekends!
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Tyler
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 9,929 reviews
The staff was very nice and I could check in earlier because my bed was already ready. Everything is clean and spaceous. It' located in a safe area and the Hostel makes sure that only guests can enter. It's very cheap and you get a lot for the price! The WLan is working perfectely. They have a huge kitchen. There's a restaurant right next to the Hostel. The Hostel is located perfectly! There's a underground trainstation just around the corner. Very well done.
Guest review by
Laura
Solo traveler