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HI Chicago Hostel

Chicago Loop, Chicago

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

Z
Zhenisbek
From
Kazakhstan
best hostel I've ever stayed in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 reviews
Price from
US$98
1 night, 2 adults

Revelation Home

Chicago

Revelation Home is situated in Chicago, within 18 km of Guaranteed Rate Field and 23 km of Field Museum Of Natural History.

S
Shenae
From
New Zealand
It was a nice, clean place where I could stay for just a short time and it did the job really well! The owners were so welcoming and lovely, you could always have a good chat with them. It felt like a really comfortable place to relax! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$63.47
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Chicago

Wicker Park, Chicago

STAY in Chicago offers adults-only rooms.. offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, shared bathrooms, and free WiFi.

S
Sofia
From
Chile
It was a very good experience staying at Stay 424 Hostel. The place is clean, quiet, and close to the Blue Line. We would definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
US$26.40
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tee
From
Malaysia
The accommodation is just a 2-minute walk from Addison train station, which is super convenient! Both the bathroom and the room were very clean, and the staff put a lot of effort into keeping the place tidy. I really liked the warm and welcoming atmosphere — plus, there’s an adorable dog in the house! Towels and a hair dryer were thoughtfully provided, making the stay even more comfortable. I came for the Chicago Marathon, and the host kindly prepared breakfast and even safety pins for the race. Considering the price and environment, this stay truly exceeded my expectations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Chicago Parthenon Hostel

West Loop, Chicago

Situated amongst the popular dining and entertainment of the West Loop "Greektown" neighborhood, this downtown Chicago hostel offers complimentary daily coffee and tea (24 hours) and free WiFi.

S
Schnaider
From
Brazil
Staff was nice, we arrived late in the evening and there was someone waiting to check us in. The room and bathroom are very clean, new installations on bathrooms. Private room is nice, cozy bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
US$125
1 night, 2 adults

Pill Hill Mansion

Chicago

Set in Chicago and with Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago reachable within 7.9 km, Pill Hill Mansion offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

E
Evgenii
From
United States
Everything went well, I recommend it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews
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HI Chicago Hostel

Chicago Loop, Chicago

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

Z
Zhenisbek
From
Kazakhstan
best hostel I've ever stayed in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 reviews
Price from
US$98
1 night, 2 adults

Revelation Home

Chicago

Revelation Home is situated in Chicago, within 18 km of Guaranteed Rate Field and 23 km of Field Museum Of Natural History.

S
Shenae
From
New Zealand
It was a nice, clean place where I could stay for just a short time and it did the job really well! The owners were so welcoming and lovely, you could always have a good chat with them. It felt like a really comfortable place to relax! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$63.47
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Chicago

Wicker Park, Chicago

STAY in Chicago offers adults-only rooms.. offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, shared bathrooms, and free WiFi.

S
Sofia
From
Chile
It was a very good experience staying at Stay 424 Hostel. The place is clean, quiet, and close to the Blue Line. We would definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
US$26.40
1 night, 2 adults

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.

T
Tee
From
Malaysia
The accommodation is just a 2-minute walk from Addison train station, which is super convenient! Both the bathroom and the room were very clean, and the staff put a lot of effort into keeping the place tidy. I really liked the warm and welcoming atmosphere — plus, there’s an adorable dog in the house! Towels and a hair dryer were thoughtfully provided, making the stay even more comfortable. I came for the Chicago Marathon, and the host kindly prepared breakfast and even safety pins for the race. Considering the price and environment, this stay truly exceeded my expectations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews
Price from
US$141
1 night, 2 adults

Chicago Parthenon Hostel

West Loop, Chicago

Situated amongst the popular dining and entertainment of the West Loop "Greektown" neighborhood, this downtown Chicago hostel offers complimentary daily coffee and tea (24 hours) and free WiFi.

S
Schnaider
From
Brazil
Staff was nice, we arrived late in the evening and there was someone waiting to check us in. The room and bathroom are very clean, new installations on bathrooms. Private room is nice, cozy bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
US$125
1 night, 2 adults

Pill Hill Mansion

Chicago

Set in Chicago and with Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago reachable within 7.9 km, Pill Hill Mansion offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

E
Evgenii
From
United States
Everything went well, I recommend it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Chicago

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Chicago

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Avg. price/night: US$72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$117.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 619 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!
Guest review by
Tyler
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$72.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 9,901 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 traveller