HI Chicago Hostel
US$98
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for HI Chicago Hostel
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US$98
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at HI Chicago Hostel average US$71 in the cheapest month (January) and US$166 in the most expensive month (June), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$71 |
| February | US$80 |
| March | US$105 |
| April | US$109 |
| May | US$155 |
| June | US$166 |
| July | US$166 |
| August | US$166 |
| September | US$150 |
| October | US$158 |
| November | US$98 |
| December | US$83 |
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Most expensive: June (~US$166)
Cheapest: January (~US$71)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hostel has 2 meeting rooms available for events.
Dining
Stop by the hostel's restaurant, Cafecito, for lunch, dinner, or brunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 68 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at HI Chicago Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Chicago, just a 3-minute walk from Grant Park and 9 minutes by foot from Millennium Park. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Michigan Avenue and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Michigan.
What's nearby
State Street(0.1 Miles)
Auditorium Building and Theatre(0.1 Miles)
DePaul University-Loop Campus(0.1 Miles)
Roosevelt University(0.1 Miles)
Grant Park(0.1 Miles)
Columbia College Chicago(0.2 Miles)
Chicago Symphony Orchestra(0.3 Miles)
Dearborn Station(0.4 Miles)
Art Institute of Chicago(0.4 Miles)
Buckingham Fountain(0.4 Miles)
CIBC Theatre(0.4 Miles)
Chicago Board of Trade Building(0.4 Miles)
Millennium Park(0.5 Miles)
Michigan Avenue(0.6 Miles)
311 S Wacker Dr(0.6 Miles)
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)(11.2 Miles)
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)(18.6 Miles)
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)(26.3 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Billiards
Location
24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
State Street (0.1 Miles)
Auditorium Building and Theatre (0.1 Miles)
DePaul University-Loop Campus (0.1 Miles)
Roosevelt University (0.1 Miles)
Grant Park (0.1 Miles)
Columbia College Chicago (0.2 Miles)
Room options
18
Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
17
Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dorm
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
15
Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dorm
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
24
Full Size Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
14
Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dorm
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
21
King Size Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
16
Twin Over Full Bunk Bedroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 2
214 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
18
Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dorm Ensuite
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
Private One-Bedroom Suite Ensuite
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
14
Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dorm
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
16
Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dorm
Room details
1 Single Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of HI Chicago Hostel
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 4,238 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
20%
Couple
10%
Family
5%
Group
23%
Solo
39%
What guests think
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HI Chicago Hostel earns strong praise for its central Loop location, friendly staff, overall cleanliness, sense of security, and good value, while mixed feedback cites train noise, occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses, and inconsistent or absent breakfast.
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HI Chicago Hostel earns strong praise for its central Loop location, friendly staff, overall cleanliness, sense of security, and good value, while mixed feedback cites train noise, occasional maintenance or cleanliness lapses, and inconsistent or absent breakfast.
Many guests find rooms simple and comfortable for the price, though top bunks and ladders can be awkward and temperature control can vary. Large lounges, games, and guest activities foster a social vibe, and kitchens and lockers are handy, but elevators can be slow and some kitchen equipment or supplies may be limited. Expect a budget-friendly, central, social stay with a few trade-offs.
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Facilities
Large common areas with games and workspaces plus frequent activities and tours are a highlight; kitchens and lockers are useful (bring your own lock). Drawbacks include slow or limited elevators, occasionally disabled or understocked kitchen gear, and paid bag storage.
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Ella
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Everything was absolutely amazing when staying on this property! This was my second time staying at a hostel ever and it was so nice! The common area was super cute and had lots of fun stuff to do and help connect with other people there! Free coffee and tea and a really nice kitchen area as well! I also liked that they had the option to join fun activities and tours around Chicago, would’ve definitely done one if I had more time! Rooms were super clean, well maintained, and staff was amazing!
Everything was absolutely amazing when staying on this property! This was my second time staying at a hostel ever and it was so nice! The common area was super cute and had lots of fun stuff to do and help connect with other people there! Free coffee and tea and a really nice kitchen area as well! I also liked that they had the option to join fun activities and tours around Chicago, would’ve definitely done one if I had more time! Rooms were super clean, well maintained, and staff was amazing!
10
Fernando
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Felt safe. Good shower water pressure. Pool tables nice staff
Felt safe. Good shower water pressure. Pool tables nice staff
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Mathew
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Only one elevator was working and it was super slow. The free tours and events were great!
Only one elevator was working and it was super slow. The free tours and events were great!
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randall
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic kitchen
Fantastic kitchen
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Emelie
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a great stay here, unfortunately storing your bag is not free.
Had a great stay here, unfortunately storing your bag is not free.
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Saurav
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
24 hours open check-in, private lockers, clean bathroom, great common area, lots of activities to partake in
24 hours open check-in, private lockers, clean bathroom, great common area, lots of activities to partake in
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Alistair
3 Dec 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The proximity to Chicago's trains makes the location very convenient but also very noisy. An apt comparison would be good university dorms - shared toilets (unless you book a private room with ensuite), shared pantry (fridge microwave; stove was disabled and cookware/tableware was unavailable), shared laundry room, and lots of communal areas. Free breakfast is very appreciated and surprisingly decent. Try to plan your arrival around the check-in time, or your bed/room may not be ready.
The proximity to Chicago's trains makes the location very convenient but also very noisy. An apt comparison would be good university dorms - shared toilets (unless you book a private room with ensuite), shared pantry (fridge microwave; stove was disabled and cookware/tableware was unavailable), shared laundry room, and lots of communal areas. Free breakfast is very appreciated and surprisingly decent. Try to plan your arrival around the check-in time, or your bed/room may not be ready.
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Reid
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The internal signage wasn’t great, trying to figure out where breakfast was, for instance. But the breakfast was good, and the places to hang out were fabulous once I found them. Ask for earplugs! The front desk has them, and that makes the train noise bearable when you’re trying to sleep!
The internal signage wasn’t great, trying to figure out where breakfast was, for instance. But the breakfast was good, and the places to hang out were fabulous once I found them. Ask for earplugs! The front desk has them, and that makes the train noise bearable when you’re trying to sleep!
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Karen
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
I had a wonderful time in Chicago. The Hostel was a great inexpensive option. The challenge was other residents not respecting the community rules and a few staff people not doing their jobs in the kitchen area. I made coffee numerous times. I cleaned the kitchen numerous times. A few times it was disgusting!
I had a wonderful time in Chicago. The Hostel was a great inexpensive option. The challenge was other residents not respecting the community rules and a few staff people not doing their jobs in the kitchen area. I made coffee numerous times. I cleaned the kitchen numerous times. A few times it was disgusting!
10
Eric
2 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, super friendly staff, the bed, pillows, blankets were super comfy. Right in the loop so easy access to all public transit. Second floor had two pool tables, ping pong, and many board games plus free events daily like trivia and tours. Highly recommend and will be staying with them again
Very clean, super friendly staff, the bed, pillows, blankets were super comfy. Right in the loop so easy access to all public transit. Second floor had two pool tables, ping pong, and many board games plus free events daily like trivia and tours. Highly recommend and will be staying with them again
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Cleanliness
Many guests describe rooms and bathrooms as clean, but there are recurring notes about hairs, stained linens, clogged or leaking fixtures, and messy kitchens.
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Saketh Gajapathi
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean room, Friendly Staff
Clean room, Friendly Staff
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Nidhi
8 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kitchen had all the facilities, was super clean and so were the rooms.
Kitchen had all the facilities, was super clean and so were the rooms.
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Emilia
26 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, and very nice. The bathrooms were super clean and everything was up to date and it was just a very good experience overall. It was quiet even for being next to the train. I was surprised how quiet it was. Would book again.
Clean, and very nice. The bathrooms were super clean and everything was up to date and it was just a very good experience overall. It was quiet even for being next to the train. I was surprised how quiet it was. Would book again.
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Eric
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great for the price, they didn't have any bottom bunks left which kind of sucked cause I'm a heavier guy, and there was hairs all over the restroom area.
Great for the price, they didn't have any bottom bunks left which kind of sucked cause I'm a heavier guy, and there was hairs all over the restroom area.
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Aulegra
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Bathrooms were not clean to be shared. Fridge was stocked with spoiled food although there was a sign that it will be cleaned out daily. You get what you pay for. Convenient area. Cool if you don’t mind all of that and the hostel set up.
Bathrooms were not clean to be shared. Fridge was stocked with spoiled food although there was a sign that it will be cleaned out daily. You get what you pay for. Convenient area. Cool if you don’t mind all of that and the hostel set up.
10
Eric
18 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room, friendly staff
Clean room, friendly staff
10
Sonia
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean
Clean
8
Marty
4 Dec 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great hostel in downtown Chicago. Close to the lake, museums and park. Walkable with easy public transportation. Stayed in the 8 ladies room. The room roomy with 4 bunkbeds, lockers (lock not provided), shower, toilet and dual sink all separated. Could use a deep clean. Kitchen available for cooking with plenty of room for refrigeration. Good hot basic breakfast every morning. Coffee and tea wasn't always available. Occasional group dinner provided with social activities. Walking tours with local volunteers was very informative. Many international visitors.
Great hostel in downtown Chicago. Close to the lake, museums and park. Walkable with easy public transportation. Stayed in the 8 ladies room. The room roomy with 4 bunkbeds, lockers (lock not provided), shower, toilet and dual sink all separated. Could use a deep clean. Kitchen available for cooking with plenty of room for refrigeration. Good hot basic breakfast every morning. Coffee and tea wasn't always available. Occasional group dinner provided with social activities. Walking tours with local volunteers was very informative. Many international visitors.
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Jillian
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Generally nice with average amenities. My provided towels and sheets were a bit dirty and stained. The area directly surrounding the hostel was a bit sketchy but 2/3 blocks over was nice. Despite advertised, there was no complimentary breakfast which was disappointing but staff was nice. Does the job.
Generally nice with average amenities. My provided towels and sheets were a bit dirty and stained. The area directly surrounding the hostel was a bit sketchy but 2/3 blocks over was nice. Despite advertised, there was no complimentary breakfast which was disappointing but staff was nice. Does the job.
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Mindy
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff was very friendly and helpful. I love all the events they put on for the guests. The room was a great size and clean. The bathroom and showers were always clean.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. I love all the events they put on for the guests. The room was a great size and clean. The bathroom and showers were always clean.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and generally comfortable with decent space and reliable Wi-Fi. Common concerns include train and street noise, awkward top-bunk ladders or missing curtains, and occasional HVAC or temperature issues.
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Tre
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The thermostat was in another room and we couldn’t control it , the forks were on the 2nd floor, it was very cold and I had to get 2 extra blankets to take to the room, there were no coffee or tea or hot chocolate to keep warm. There was no breakfast. The elevator was so slow and people kept pushing the button so I was on the elevator for a long time. The microwave and fridge and sink were the three things that worked in the kitchen.
The thermostat was in another room and we couldn’t control it , the forks were on the 2nd floor, it was very cold and I had to get 2 extra blankets to take to the room, there were no coffee or tea or hot chocolate to keep warm. There was no breakfast. The elevator was so slow and people kept pushing the button so I was on the elevator for a long time. The microwave and fridge and sink were the three things that worked in the kitchen.
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Linda
24 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property was not as comfortable as the HI Hostel I stayed in in Copenhagen last fall. Temperature control was all over the place. Freezing cold in my room and bathroom. Stuffy/warm on first 2 floors. Breakfast left a lot to desire. The sustainability factor in the breakfast area was great 1 day out of 3. The other two days it was all paper and plastic. The front desk staff were extraordinary when I checked in, utterly rummy from 2.5 days on the train.
This property was not as comfortable as the HI Hostel I stayed in in Copenhagen last fall. Temperature control was all over the place. Freezing cold in my room and bathroom. Stuffy/warm on first 2 floors. Breakfast left a lot to desire. The sustainability factor in the breakfast area was great 1 day out of 3. The other two days it was all paper and plastic. The front desk staff were extraordinary when I checked in, utterly rummy from 2.5 days on the train.
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Arianna
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was friendly and it was easy to check in. They had a welcome event that I was able to go to and meet some people and have fun I enjoyed that. The room was clean the sink the bathroom shower the bed everything was nice and neat. The only problem I had was that the ladder going up to the top bunk was a little difficult to navigate. It was horizontal and bolted to the bed frame so it made going up and down a little scary. Overall I had a great experience and I will be more than happy to book with this hotel again.
The staff was friendly and it was easy to check in. They had a welcome event that I was able to go to and meet some people and have fun I enjoyed that. The room was clean the sink the bathroom shower the bed everything was nice and neat. The only problem I had was that the ladder going up to the top bunk was a little difficult to navigate. It was horizontal and bolted to the bed frame so it made going up and down a little scary. Overall I had a great experience and I will be more than happy to book with this hotel again.
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MICHAEL
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had room 710-3. Room was spacious, clean and had quaint, unnecessary iron and ironing board. There was an uncomfortable problem with the HVAC where the room temperature was 81 deg F at night and a loud, constant fan noise. No way to stop HVAC or adjust. Got a poor night's sleep.
Had room 710-3. Room was spacious, clean and had quaint, unnecessary iron and ironing board. There was an uncomfortable problem with the HVAC where the room temperature was 81 deg F at night and a loud, constant fan noise. No way to stop HVAC or adjust. Got a poor night's sleep.
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Lydia
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
72 years old - ladder to upper bunk was straight up and down (not at an angle) - while I am in good shape (weekly yoga, Nordic walking, swimming), this was beyond difficult- while a lower bunk remained unused for a long time, front desk could not supply a lower bunk option.
72 years old - ladder to upper bunk was straight up and down (not at an angle) - while I am in good shape (weekly yoga, Nordic walking, swimming), this was beyond difficult- while a lower bunk remained unused for a long time, front desk could not supply a lower bunk option.
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Jon
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No frills accommodation, but clean, quiet, and exceptionally convenient location. Excellent WiFi, decent continental breakfast, and an unbeatable price.
No frills accommodation, but clean, quiet, and exceptionally convenient location. Excellent WiFi, decent continental breakfast, and an unbeatable price.
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Michael
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Only one working elevator in a place that large was cumbersome with long wait times. At least 1/4 of the rooms have a mass transit rail line immediately outside the windows with a train going by every 6 minutes. Since I’m a light sleeper, I won’t be staying here again. The train did not bother my wife, who is a heavy sleeper.
Only one working elevator in a place that large was cumbersome with long wait times. At least 1/4 of the rooms have a mass transit rail line immediately outside the windows with a train going by every 6 minutes. Since I’m a light sleeper, I won’t be staying here again. The train did not bother my wife, who is a heavy sleeper.
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Ernest
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Location is great, customer service was great (minus running out of towels one morning), however the AC not working in the upper floors during a hot stretch is my reason for the downgrade. Customer service was excellent about trying to get a fan to try to make the room somewhat useable. Windows dont open, so no luck getting any outside air to cool down the room. No water pressure for the shower, but thats dealwithable. Assuming the AC is fixed, i would absolutely stay here again just based on the customer service alone.
Location is great, customer service was great (minus running out of towels one morning), however the AC not working in the upper floors during a hot stretch is my reason for the downgrade. Customer service was excellent about trying to get a fan to try to make the room somewhat useable. Windows dont open, so no luck getting any outside air to cool down the room. No water pressure for the shower, but thats dealwithable. Assuming the AC is fixed, i would absolutely stay here again just based on the customer service alone.
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Albert
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent place for the price. Fairly typical for a hostel. Very noisy due to being adjacent to the L train. Ear plugs essential.
Decent place for the price. Fairly typical for a hostel. Very noisy due to being adjacent to the L train. Ear plugs essential.
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Eriqa
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
HI Hostel was awesome. I stayed here twice, the first time I got the best room I've ever had in a hostel with privacy curtains and not too crowded, as well as a common area only for the two dorm rooms adjacent, besides the main common area on another floor. The only downside was the insanely small cupboards for your things, you cannot lock your bag away anywhere. The second time I ended up in a room without privacy curtains either, which was a let down.
HI Hostel was awesome. I stayed here twice, the first time I got the best room I've ever had in a hostel with privacy curtains and not too crowded, as well as a common area only for the two dorm rooms adjacent, besides the main common area on another floor. The only downside was the insanely small cupboards for your things, you cannot lock your bag away anywhere. The second time I ended up in a room without privacy curtains either, which was a let down.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-in and quick assistance like room changes. Some reports mention inconsistent communication or unhelpful responses.
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Myrna
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
My group and I truly enjoyed our stay! Staff was super helpful and our stay was quite pleasant! My only issue was with our reservation. We booked through Expedia and were at the front desk checking in for over 45 minutes. If you book for the hostel ( and please do it was very worth it ), book directly with them instead of through Expedia. Expedia messed up my reservation and we had to rebook after a long flight. Otherwise, it was an excellent stay in the dorms and private rooms!
My group and I truly enjoyed our stay! Staff was super helpful and our stay was quite pleasant! My only issue was with our reservation. We booked through Expedia and were at the front desk checking in for over 45 minutes. If you book for the hostel ( and please do it was very worth it ), book directly with them instead of through Expedia. Expedia messed up my reservation and we had to rebook after a long flight. Otherwise, it was an excellent stay in the dorms and private rooms!
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Leland
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly, check in was quick and easy. Really enjoyed the property!
The staff were friendly, check in was quick and easy. Really enjoyed the property!
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Theo L
4 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,360 nights
Staff is what disappointed me most. Lack of communication. Asking for late check out day before but next day house keeping trying to kick me out and i said i already told front desk yesterday for late check out. She even asking for key and i was sick that's why i need to rest. After Storming in to my room in and out and rude. After i told them they said they didn't have anything say i want late check out. Seriously!? Then she said i have to come down to pay to stay. I have 99F fever! First be nice when talking to people not treating like a homeless shelters if i don't have money i wouldn't ask for late check out. Place is loud can hear next room talking and i got sick because of you guys has no proper blanket! I was sleeping in cold shaking! Had to grab towels to cover myself. It was 2 night in hell on new year. I thought it nice location that's why i got this place. If i know they have linen cover some dusty (don't even know what's it call) fake blanket in 25F in Chicago. Nope. Beside that just...... No coffee. It's the first hostel I've been that has breakfast but no coffee
Staff is what disappointed me most. Lack of communication. Asking for late check out day before but next day house keeping trying to kick me out and i said i already told front desk yesterday for late check out. She even asking for key and i was sick that's why i need to rest. After Storming in to my room in and out and rude. After i told them they said they didn't have anything say i want late check out. Seriously!? Then she said i have to come down to pay to stay. I have 99F fever! First be nice when talking to people not treating like a homeless shelters if i don't have money i wouldn't ask for late check out. Place is loud can hear next room talking and i got sick because of you guys has no proper blanket! I was sleeping in cold shaking! Had to grab towels to cover myself. It was 2 night in hell on new year. I thought it nice location that's why i got this place. If i know they have linen cover some dusty (don't even know what's it call) fake blanket in 25F in Chicago. Nope. Beside that just...... No coffee. It's the first hostel I've been that has breakfast but no coffee
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Kevin
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff was above and beyond
Staff was above and beyond
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Tabitha
5 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were super friendly and helpful. The place was clean and very welcoming. The air was not working in our room so the staff quickly moved us to another room. They were very accommodating. They are also kid friendly. I stayed with my 13 year old son. He had so much fun playing pool and ping pong with lots of different people. Great experience!
The staff were super friendly and helpful. The place was clean and very welcoming. The air was not working in our room so the staff quickly moved us to another room. They were very accommodating. They are also kid friendly. I stayed with my 13 year old son. He had so much fun playing pool and ping pong with lots of different people. Great experience!
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Menya
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
I spent 4 nights at the property in a 4-bed dorm and had a good time. First night was rough because I was assigned a top bunk and had to use the toilet a lot. But I went downstairs and they switched me to another room right away.
I spent 4 nights at the property in a 4-bed dorm and had a good time. First night was rough because I was assigned a top bunk and had to use the toilet a lot. But I went downstairs and they switched me to another room right away.
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Oscar
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was interesting to meet and interact diverse people. Perfect location. Attention could have been better, staff felt a bit cold, not very welcoming.
It was interesting to meet and interact diverse people. Perfect location. Attention could have been better, staff felt a bit cold, not very welcoming.
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AKASH
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rude staff, unclean property and looks very shady
Rude staff, unclean property and looks very shady
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Angel
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff knows me upon arrival. Very welcoming.
Staff knows me upon arrival. Very welcoming.
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Angel
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was exceptionally amazing.
The staff was exceptionally amazing.
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Location
Central Loop location near trains, buses, and major sights makes getting around easy. Several guests noted unhoused people and street noise nearby, though many still felt safe.
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Jesse
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Homeless camp 24/7 smells like urine outside the door of property.
Homeless camp 24/7 smells like urine outside the door of property.
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Elaine
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very well located hostel!
Very well located hostel!
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Christopher
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wow! What an incredible place. Central location, clean, friendly, convenient to everything in downtown Chicago and all the train lines. Would definitely stay again, 10/10
Wow! What an incredible place. Central location, clean, friendly, convenient to everything in downtown Chicago and all the train lines. Would definitely stay again, 10/10
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Sarah
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
This is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at! Stayed here for Lolla and it was a quick 5min walk, just one block over. Easy access to anywhere in the loop, great transportation, felt very safe as a solo female traveler. Loved it!
This is by far the best hostel I've ever stayed at! Stayed here for Lolla and it was a quick 5min walk, just one block over. Easy access to anywhere in the loop, great transportation, felt very safe as a solo female traveler. Loved it!
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Hammad
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Central location , clean rooms , comfortable
Central location , clean rooms , comfortable
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William
29 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing location close to transport and tourist spots. The staff was friendly and very helpful. It was nice being able to store my bags with them before my second room was ready after extending my stay in the city. There's free breakfast - nothing extravagant, but free and appreciated. The place is quiet and very clean, cleaner than some hotels I've stayed at during previous visits to the city. I went with a private room because it was my first time staying at a hostel, but I'd honestly be fine with one of the multi person dorms after seeing the atmosphere. I'll definitely stay again whenever I visit Chicago!
Amazing location close to transport and tourist spots. The staff was friendly and very helpful. It was nice being able to store my bags with them before my second room was ready after extending my stay in the city. There's free breakfast - nothing extravagant, but free and appreciated. The place is quiet and very clean, cleaner than some hotels I've stayed at during previous visits to the city. I went with a private room because it was my first time staying at a hostel, but I'd honestly be fine with one of the multi person dorms after seeing the atmosphere. I'll definitely stay again whenever I visit Chicago!
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Boonthida
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hostel is located in the center of the city where “ can go anyway by walk. It is super close to grant park and the cloud gate. The room is clean and quiet.
The hostel is located in the center of the city where “ can go anyway by walk. It is super close to grant park and the cloud gate. The room is clean and quiet.
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Jennifer
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location. Variety of offerings. Great experience all around for me!
Great location. Variety of offerings. Great experience all around for me!
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Devesh
21 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is incredible. Loved the kitchen too. I especially loved the social programs… including the trivia quiz which I ended up winning, making ye stay even more memorable. One issue though is that there were only 1 bathroom and shower for every 8 persons. That ratio could have been better. And there was only one additional common bathroom and shower on each floor.
The location is incredible. Loved the kitchen too. I especially loved the social programs… including the trivia quiz which I ended up winning, making ye stay even more memorable. One issue though is that there were only 1 bathroom and shower for every 8 persons. That ratio could have been better. And there was only one additional common bathroom and shower on each floor.
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Gabriel Sarahi
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is well located, close to all types of transportation and really close to main downtown so it’s pretty much walkable and has nice areas to spend time at with nice views
The place is well located, close to all types of transportation and really close to main downtown so it’s pretty much walkable and has nice areas to spend time at with nice views
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Dining
A basic free breakfast is offered in many stays but availability and variety are inconsistent, and a few guests reported no breakfast. A convenient cafe or restaurant next door provides additional options.
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Brian
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
No breakfast provided as was described in amenities when booked. Policy notice was on property notifying of change (since booking) but no effort was made to tell me prior to arrival. A meal option not included as described is a significant change in terms
No breakfast provided as was described in amenities when booked. Policy notice was on property notifying of change (since booking) but no effort was made to tell me prior to arrival. A meal option not included as described is a significant change in terms
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Ericka
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bed was super duper comfy, we had the private room with a king bed. keep in mind, the bathrooms are separate it wasn't clear when booking. The staff was really nice, and it looks like they offer group activities. The restaurant connected to hostel was really good too.
The bed was super duper comfy, we had the private room with a king bed. keep in mind, the bathrooms are separate it wasn't clear when booking. The staff was really nice, and it looks like they offer group activities. The restaurant connected to hostel was really good too.
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Emmi
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hi Chicago was a great hostel exceeding my expectations! It was very clean, comfortable and had a big hangout area and kitchen. Every bed had their own lamp and socket and the shower and toilet was always clean. Getting free breakfast was a huge bonus! Loved my stay and would recommend it to anyone
Hi Chicago was a great hostel exceeding my expectations! It was very clean, comfortable and had a big hangout area and kitchen. Every bed had their own lamp and socket and the shower and toilet was always clean. Getting free breakfast was a huge bonus! Loved my stay and would recommend it to anyone
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Sabina
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great hostel in a great location, the highlights are free breakfast and group activities- I would stay there again!
Great hostel in a great location, the highlights are free breakfast and group activities- I would stay there again!
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Jon
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No frills accommodation, but clean, quiet, and exceptionally convenient location. Excellent WiFi, decent continental breakfast, and an unbeatable price.
No frills accommodation, but clean, quiet, and exceptionally convenient location. Excellent WiFi, decent continental breakfast, and an unbeatable price.
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Laarni
28 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was easy. Great for the price amd i really like the breakfast and the recreation room
It was easy. Great for the price amd i really like the breakfast and the recreation room
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Elzbieta
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hi Chicago is my to go hostel when I am at Chicago loop. The location is perfect, it is clean and affordable. I stayed in 4 beds women room without the bathroom and had a good night sleep. Cafecito is also convenient next to the hostel.
Hi Chicago is my to go hostel when I am at Chicago loop. The location is perfect, it is clean and affordable. I stayed in 4 beds women room without the bathroom and had a good night sleep. Cafecito is also convenient next to the hostel.
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Zarifa
10 Feb 2024
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Stayed 14 nights
Awesome as always, larger than New York and San Diego! Huge comp breakfast, Cuban cafe. I like the food choices in NY better, but I don't remember a comp breakfast in NY. Great view!
Awesome as always, larger than New York and San Diego! Huge comp breakfast, Cuban cafe. I like the food choices in NY better, but I don't remember a comp breakfast in NY. Great view!
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Christine
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Toilets were clogged in our room. No more complimentary breakfast :-( Staff is always friendly but was smoking outside of the hotel. Always clean, cafeteria lounge area was up and lit at 2am, surprisingly. The roomies are always friendly.
Toilets were clogged in our room. No more complimentary breakfast :-( Staff is always friendly but was smoking outside of the hotel. Always clean, cafeteria lounge area was up and lit at 2am, surprisingly. The roomies are always friendly.
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Gurhan
1 Aug 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Definitely need more options for breakfast. Maybe some veggies like lettuce and tomato to make a sandwich with the toast breads and cheese. Boiled eggs are always cold, I wish there were hot boiled eggs too. Juice, milk, tea and coffee, blueberry muffins, apples and/or bananas, bagels and a fee cereal options good. Events are very nice, varied and informative, bringing people together.
Definitely need more options for breakfast. Maybe some veggies like lettuce and tomato to make a sandwich with the toast breads and cheese. Boiled eggs are always cold, I wish there were hot boiled eggs too. Juice, milk, tea and coffee, blueberry muffins, apples and/or bananas, bagels and a fee cereal options good. Events are very nice, varied and informative, bringing people together.
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Malcolm
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 5 nights
This is a low-frills place to stay. About 1/4 of the cost of traditional hotels in central Chicago. Very limited food on site, but many sources nearby. Shared bathrooms are the rule in hostels. I paid 1/5 of the cost at the event hotel attached to my meeting at McCormick place. Considerable night sleeping in the shadows on adjacent streets.
This is a low-frills place to stay. About 1/4 of the cost of traditional hotels in central Chicago. Very limited food on site, but many sources nearby. Shared bathrooms are the rule in hostels. I paid 1/5 of the cost at the event hotel attached to my meeting at McCormick place. Considerable night sleeping in the shadows on adjacent streets.
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Kirsten
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
We had a very comfortable night at the HI hostel in Chicago. I would stay there again!
We had a very comfortable night at the HI hostel in Chicago. I would stay there again!
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Leslie
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 6 nights
Very clean and very good customer service
Very clean and very good customer service
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Shaun
last month
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a great location with helpful staff and sufficient amenities.
It was a great location with helpful staff and sufficient amenities.
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Molly
1 Oct 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in downtown near the lakeside parks and art museum. I had the private room bunk beds, which was nice and clean. Nice linens and plenty of pillows. Multiple common areas to hang out. Good vibes from other guests there.
Great location in downtown near the lakeside parks and art museum. I had the private room bunk beds, which was nice and clean. Nice linens and plenty of pillows. Multiple common areas to hang out. Good vibes from other guests there.
FAQs about HI Chicago Hostel
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A free continental breakfast is provided to guests. The specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property offers disabled access, including wheelchair-accessible facilities, although specific details on features such as elevators or step-free entrances are not mentioned.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in downtown Chicago, within walking distance to Millennium Park (0.3 miles), the Art Institute of Chicago (0.4 miles), and Grant Park (0.1 miles). It is also close to public transport options, including CTA Red and Blue Line stations.
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- 2026-11-15: 85.58702942694093USD
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- 2026-11-17: 115.05125701426698USD
- 2026-11-18: 121.11735207428742USD
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- 2026-12-05: 97.63485404650879USD
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- 2026-12-07: 93.9641506431961USD
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- 2026-12-18: 99.43428069044495USD
- 2026-12-19: 107.86487673365784USD
- 2026-12-20: 85.70081420911409USD
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- 2026-12-24: 94.00390388601686USD
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- 2026-12-27: 100.4795163738556USD
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- 2026-12-29: 104.54118226982881USD
- 2026-12-30: 108.932208958107USD
- 2026-12-31: 97.63485404650879USD
- 2027-01-01: 126.92931552585603USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not permitted at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
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Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
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