Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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November 2025

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December 2025

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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.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Gym

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Private Quad

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

225 sq ft
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

225 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

225 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Queen

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

155 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

185 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Queen

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

165 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Premium King

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

185 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Private Quad

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

225 sq ft
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
ATM/banking services, a water dispenser, and an elevator
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
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

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym

$110 nightly

Nov 25 - Nov 26

Total with taxes and fees

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 does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on Nov 17, 2025 start from $69.49, 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?

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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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

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Sep 21, 2025

Location was excellent would stay there again

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Sep 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great walkable location to all the sights!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Oct 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very convenient location downtown at an affordable price!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zlatka

Oct 27, 2025

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

Oct 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location, clean and good room partners

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun

Oct 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great Vibe!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Sep 12, 2025

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

Sep 4, 2025

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

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean rooms and nice helpful staff

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Oct 2, 2025

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

Kowsiya

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good experience, would go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten Ingrid

Oct 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff very helpful and polite

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Oct 2, 2025

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

Tom

Sep 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great local and affordable

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc

Sep 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great vibe

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svjatoslavs

Oct 18, 2025

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

Sep 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good place for the price

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakim Jose

Aug 21, 2025

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

Oct 11, 2025

Good for the price

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Oct 18, 2025

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

Amy

Oct 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No frills but all the vibes and so convenient

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Sep 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great experience. Staff is very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Oct 8, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Staff was wonderful, the building charming. Broken shaker is always solid.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Oct 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Everything was amazing, the only issue during my stay was that the heater didn’t work.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linh

Sep 22, 2025

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