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Chicago Getaway Hostel
2 stars

Chicago Getaway Hostel

616 West Arlington Place, Chicago, IL 60614, United States
+1 773 929 5380
From
174 ﷼
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Great

based on 4,020 reviews

Chicago Getaway Hostel
Fri 4/26
Tue 4/30
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
174 ﷼
Deluxe room
233 ﷼
Standard room
338 ﷼

About Chicago Getaway Hostel

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free

Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood is home to Chicago Getaway Hostel. This hostel sets a new standard for those looking to connect with others while staying in a convenient location. Guests can start their day with a free breakfast along with partaking in weekly social events. A communal kitchen is available for meal preparation. Those who need to work find modern computers with free printing. Numerous spacious areas make it easy to connect with other guests looking for a social experience.

Guests can explore the area on the hostel’s complimentary bicycles. Lincoln Park Conservatory, Lincoln Park Zoo, and Lincoln Park are all located within a mile of this hotel. Located just one-half mile away, guests can visit the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Guests may want to visit the numerous taverns and wine bars located near this hostel. It is also easy for guests to get to see everything the Windy City has to offer including the Magnificent Mile, Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago.

Most rooms at the Chicago Getaway Hostel are private with full, half or shared baths. Guests can also choose to stay in the dormitory-style rooms for a more communal experience. Private rooms offer a convenient workspace along with a comfortable beanbag-style chair. While most private rooms have a full bed some also have a bunk bed. Posh pads filled with party games accommodating up to eight guests are available.

This hotel offers a unique atmosphere for those looking for budget-friendly accommodations in Chicago.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Chicago Getaway Hostel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Pool table

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Fitness

  • Tennis

Reviews of Chicago Getaway Hostel

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.3
Very goodBased on 4,020 verified guest reviews
8.3Families
8.3Couples
8.5Friends
8.3Solo

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8.5 Very good
Pros:Location is excellent. Close to a beautiful church and tons of bars and restaurants within a few minutes walk. Price is super. Can’t beat $14/night.
Cons:Cleaner amenities.
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9.1 Wonderful
Cons:Excellent location. Amazing staff. Incredible value for the money.
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8.2 Very good
Pros:Amazing friendly staff. Excellent location. Great value for your dollar.
Cons:The whole place looks and feels dated. Can use a good thorough cleaning.
L
9.7 Wonderful
Pros:Convenient location
Cons:Breakfast
A
8.0 Very good
Pros:Need to improve on breakfast quality
Cons:Nothing
B
3.1 Poor
Pros:That the hostel was close to boystown for pride weekend
Cons:The cleanliness of the whole hostel feels very run down and the bathrooms had spiders all over the place including tape all over some of the bathrooms. The breakfast was very poor only offering fruit and wheat bread. The air conditioning was also working sometimes but then didn’t work some other times. Worst hostel stay I’ve had so far traveling the country.
C
9.1 Wonderful
Pros:Great staff, clean public bathrooms, useful half bathroom in the dorm room.
Cons:Beds are a bit uncomfortable and very squeaky
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Nice staff, really helpful Close to public transportation
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8.2 Very good
Pros:Clean and close to where my daughter lives. Lots of shopping and restaurants close by and an easy walk to Lake Michigan.
Cons:It was noisy on Friday night but better on Saturday night. The people were quieter. I only was able to get lukewarm water for a shower. Take your own bar of soap and a washcloth. There are none there.
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8.0 Very good
Pros:Location is good near to public transportation Cleanliness is acceptable compared to the price Breakfast provided
Cons:Communication between the online booking and the actual staff was not clear. Sounds go through the walls

Location

616 West Arlington Place, Chicago, IL 60614

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park Zoo0.9 km
  • Wrigley Field2.6 km
  • Graceland Cemetery3.4 km
  • 360 CHICAGO3.6 km
  • Magnificent Mile3.9 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk4.6 km
  • Chicago Theater4.8 km
  • Chicago Cultural Center5 km
  • Navy Pier5.1 km
  • Cloud Gate5.2 km
  • Millennium Park5.2 km
  • Chicago Lakefront Trail5.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Chicago Getaway Hostel

Low season

April

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

403 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

433 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Chicago Getaway Hostel

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Top tips for your stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Chicago Getaway Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Chicago Getaway Hostel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Chicago Getaway Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was 289 ﷼, while the most expensive was 289 ﷼.
  • How long should you stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Chicago Getaway Hostel

  • Where is Chicago Getaway Hostel located?

    Chicago Getaway Hostel is located at 616 West Arlington Place in Lincoln Park, 5.8 km from the center of Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo is the closest landmark to Chicago Getaway Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

  • Does Chicago Getaway Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Chicago Getaway Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Chicago Getaway Hostel from the airport?

    Chicago Getaway Hostel is 18.4 km from Chicago Midway.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Chicago Getaway Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Chicago Getaway Hostel in Chicago and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Chicago Getaway Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.8

Distance to city center

5.8 km

Nearest Airport

Chicago Midway

Distance to airport

17.7 km