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Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chinese Consulate

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Cocktail bar
Reception
Interior
King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Cocktail bar
Experience modern comfort and charm at Freehand Chicago, where a warm welcome awaits near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the fireplace in the lobby or take advantage of Broken Shaker's happy hour with local cuisine. With high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym, this upscale hotel offers convenience and relaxation.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
$105 nightly
The total price is $124
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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

Private Quad

Highlights

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

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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
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Queen

Highlights

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

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

Premium Private Quad

Highlights

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

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

Premium King

Highlights

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

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

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Premium Queen

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 30 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive
  • Chicago Museum Campus-11th Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Millennium Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 23 min walk
  • Grand Station (Red Line) - 2 min walk
  • Chicago Station (Red Line) - 6 min walk
  • State Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Eataly - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Weber Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quartino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

When you stay at Freehand Chicago, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Michigan Avenue and State Street. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This Art Deco hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Grand Station (Red Line) is steps away and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 217 rooms
    • Arranged over 17 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1927
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Water dispenser
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 49 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay
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.
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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Freehand Chicago offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Freehand Chicago does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Chicago?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Freehand Chicago?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 49 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Freehand Chicago?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (1-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Freehand Chicago and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Freehand Chicago?

Yes, Broken Shaker offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Freehand Chicago like?

Freehand Chicago is in Downtown Chicago, a short 2-minute walk from Grand Station (Red Line) and 3 minutes' walk from Michigan Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Freehand Chicago Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Bed
Bar
Ambience
Bathroom
Lobby
Shower
Parking

What guests liked

  • The on-site bar and restaurant offered great food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere. (11 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delicious and a highlight of the stay. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Everyone was amazing and the stay was great.
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing location and spacious room.
3-night trip

10/10

Love the design of this hotel. The rooms are small but the lobby is huge with a bar. We would definitely stay here again! Staff are friendly, kind and helpful. Great location near shopping.
1-night trip

10/10

Very economical, cool decor and bar, location very convenient to bars, restaurants, shopping, and public transportation
1-night trip

10/10

Easy online checkin clean rooms nice staff
2-night trip

6/10

Great location. Hotel was old and room was small but otherwise fine. It was a good budget friendly option since we spent very little time in our room
2-night trip

10/10

It’s my second stay here and I really like this place. Nice bed, good location, a fast elevator!!, good barista and nice staff.
1-night trip

10/10

I love this affordable hotel in the middle of the city. If you are single traveler it is perfect for you. The rooms are share rooms, they are very clean.
1-night trip

10/10

Lots of young people I live the energy
2-night trip

8/10

Very unconventional property. Price and location worked for me. Dark, "old" appearance room small, but it did work. Bathroom shower very nice. A hostel-like feel in some ways.
2-night trip

8/10

I stayed in a shared quad room which was perfect for me. Friendly staff, clean rooms, storage locker in rooms big enough for a travel size backpack. Shower was a little small.
1-night trip

8/10

Was a good choice, centrally located. The staff was prompt with service. I stayed in teh king and the room and ensuite bath was good. had a lovely time
4-night trip

6/10

Friendly staff…needed to be cleaned and disinfected.
1-night trip

10/10

The sheets and towels are very clean, as is the bathroom. But they need to clean the rooms better, as they don't dust very well.
5-night trip

10/10

Perfect hotel
4-night trip

8/10

Perfectly fine place to stay for a quick business trip. Shower in the quad room was quite small, but otherwise all was comfortable.
2-night trip

8/10

Stayed in a private quad. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was more than efficient. Didn’t spend much time at the bar, but the lounge was super cool. The coffee was excellent! The rooms aren’t necessarily for lounging but served as a good base for a weekend in Chicago. The location is great. The windows needed a good cleaning and some of the curtains needed changing. The sheets were clean. Felt safe and comfortable at night. The stay was quiet at night, made for a good sleep! Will definitely stay again.
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay! Nice and close to all attractions and even has a speakeasy down stairs! Highly recommend
4-night trip

8/10

It was a nice hotel in great location. I just wish there was more light in the room and bathroom. It was hard for me to see
3-night trip

10/10

The room is clean and confortable and the bathroom is really good too.
2-night trip

10/10

I was there, slept and left. Idk what else to say
2-night trip

10/10

location was perfect and service was awesome
1-night trip

4/10

Poorly mantained property. Rooms felt old and drabby. Paint peeling off walls. Corridors are narrow and loud at night if room is near the elevator.
4-night trip

8/10

We really loved our stay! The bunk beds in the private quad were perfect for our friends weekend! It is quite difficult to get water since the only bottle filler is in the basement. The other thing that would have been really nice is perhaps a free coffee bar with just plain drip coffee for the guests in the lobby? The breakfast food was really great and the bar at night was also quite fun. Overall, a great experience but there were just a few things I’d tweak.
4-night trip

4/10

Hotel is clean and the communal spaces are well kept. The room is very tired. TV didn't work, phone didn't work, toilet ran every five minutes which was loud at night, all the shelves are askew, the towel rack is coming out of the wall, the light fixtures are caked with dust, etc, etc. It needs some serious maintenance. Will not be back.
3-night trip