Freehand Chicago is centrally located in Chicago, a 3-minute walk from Chinese Consulate and 5 minutes by foot from Holy Name Cathedral. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
What's nearby
Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk
Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 7 min walk
Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk
Water Tower Place - 11 min walk
Merchandise Mart - 13 min walk
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
Shake Shack - 2 min walk
Weber Grill Restaurant - 1 min walk
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 3 min walk
Quartino - 2 min walk
About this property
Freehand Chicago
Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness center
Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 217 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English, Spanish
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
Smoke-free property
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
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
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.
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 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)
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Freehand Chicago Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
A really good, safe and convenient place to stay, I shared a room with other 3 girls and the experience was pleasant, everything was clean and staff were always accessible and kind since reception area to the bar, highly to recommend to go back.
Honestly was so tired when I arrived to Chicago. I was thankful to be able to check in early so I could get some rest. I had a shared form. Everyone was quiet and respectful. Shower is fantastic. They have locks for lockers but I suggest you bring your own combination lock. They sell for $2 at WalMart. Breakfast options are delicious. The staff is amazing and if you want a safe place to drink they have a bar and open lounge area as well. Inexpensive for my two day stay and this will be the only place I book in Chicago. Staff were funny and helpful. They helped create such a life changing experience for me by just being there and existing
Clean room. Comfortable bed. Hot shower. Convenient location for our needs.
Was given to drink tickets to use. I don't drink alcohol so I was able to use them for Lattes the next morning.
Great front-end staff. They helped hold our bags earliy for use so we could walk around.
Justin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Catherine
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Calm, lounge, workspace and zen energy in the mornings, cocktail, dance and party energy at night. An essential blend for vacation, work and relaxation space. Fitness center and photo booth are a nice addition to the hospitable experience.
The hotel is somewhat cool, but not in great condition. A/C was not working properly, room could have been cleaner. “Courtyard view” is dark and looking at A/C unites and other rooms’ windows. For under $200 for a room this would be appropriate. We paid $450 on our specific dates and that was an incredible ripoff.