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Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Chinese Consulate

VIP Access

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

7.8/10 Good

Property highlights

Pet-friendly

Parking available

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

Gym

19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

Main amenities

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
24-hour fitness centre
Self parking
Room service
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Reception fireplace
Snack bar/deli

Feel at home

Children stay free
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Blackout curtains
Lift

Room options

Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

21 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

Quadruple Room, Women only

Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Co-Ed Dorm with 4 Beds)

21 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Classic Queen Room (Private)

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

King Room

17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Private Quadruple Room, 4 Twin Beds

21 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

17 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (Female Dorm with 4 Beds)

21 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Premium Queen Room (Private)

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About this area

What's nearby

In Downtown Chicago
Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk
Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk
Chicago Theatre - 11 min walk
Millennium Park - 14 min walk
Lake Michigan - 19 min walk
Art Institute of Chicago - 20 min walk
Navy Pier - 24 min walk
Grant Park - 24 min walk
Willis Tower - 26 min walk
Field Museum of Natural History - 43 min walk

Getting around

Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 30 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 31 min drive
Chicago O'Hare International 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

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 3 min walk
Eataly - 1 min walk
Shaw's Crab House - 5 min walk
Sushi-san - 4 min walk
Firecakes Donuts - 6 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk. After a workout at the 24-hour fitness centre, 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 a short five-minute drive from Navy Pier and Soldier Field. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition and walkability. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Grand Station (Red Line) is steps away and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

217 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 3:00 PM until 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

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

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

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

On-site self-parking (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Travelling with children

Children stay for 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 reception
24-hour fitness centre
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Water dispenser

Accessibility

Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible
Assistive listening devices available
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
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 specialises 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

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that 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).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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.

Property Registration Number 60611,Hotel License

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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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Freehand Chicago?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Are pets allowed at Freehand Chicago?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 75 lb 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?

You can check in from 3:00 PM - 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.

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. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Very good

19 September 2023

Checkout aervice was excellent

Staff was busy and thats why understandably when checked in it wasnt the best service but the next day service at the desk was excelent and on par what i could even hope for!