Title: HI Chicago Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=829&destination=Chicago%2C+Illinois%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=3964916&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # HI Chicago Hostel Where art meets comfort: discover nearby museums, enjoy great food at Cafecito or unwind with a good book from our library. ## Photo gallery for HI Chicago Hostel ![Lobby sitting area - HI Chicago Hostel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3965000/3964916/9bea5a17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - HI Chicago Hostel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3965000/3964916/5b3f2f1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - HI Chicago Hostel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3965000/3964916/6aa7bd8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served - HI Chicago Hostel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3965000/3964916/fdbf192c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![City view from property - HI Chicago Hostel (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3965000/3964916/dbc231b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies HI Chicago - Hostel is the perfect haven for art lovers, located near Grant Park and Millennium Park. Enjoy continental breakfast, explore the library or play a game on the billiards/pool table; with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi, your stay will be seamless. The on-site restaurant Cafecito serves up delicious meals throughout the day and multilingual staff are always happy to help. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Business services - Laundry room - 24/7 front desk £72 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 31 - Apr 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=3964916&PinnedHotelID=3964916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=3964916&PinnedHotelID=3964916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr 1 - Apr 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=3964916&PinnedHotelID=3964916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=3964916&PinnedHotelID=3964916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-HI-Chicago.h3964916.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChicago-Hotels-HI-Chicago.h3964916.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Downtown Chicago, a neighbourhood in Chicago, HI Chicago Hostel is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Field Museum of Natural History and Griffin Museum of Science and Industry are not to be missed. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. [Visit our Chicago travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) [View more Hostels in Chicago](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Hostels.d178248-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.87577%2C-87.62656&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AXbO4hT42E5xAT7fLff39duvbes=) 24 E Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605 ### What's nearby - ![Art Institute of Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064021/6454441c-cc72-4ba5-80af-1a7b33c39f27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Art Institute of Chicago 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![CIBC Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/9c89ff56-3bcc-456f-9697-f88bb9dbb92e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) CIBC Theatre 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Reflection of a Chicago buildings in a mirror of Chicago Bean, Millennium Park, Chicago city, USA., Shutterstock ID 1129809965, Purchase Order: SP-2109, Order Number: SP-2109 Qantas AU US Sale New Ads](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/dce58962-e3d4-4c61-b924-2acc9b980313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Millennium Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Michigan Avenue 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064069/817f13f7-6530-4d4d-b98a-b1ba45aed893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Willis Tower 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Harrison Station 3 min walk - Chicago Van Buren Street Station 4 min walk - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Epic Burger 2 min walk - Brando's Speakeasy 4 min walk - Maharaj Indian Grill 2 min walk - Fontano's Pizza and Subs 4 min walk - Potbelly Sandwich Shop 3 min walk ## About this property ### HI Chicago Hostel Hostel near Millennium Park Grant Park and Chicago Riverwalk are located near HI Chicago Hostel, which provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, Cafecito, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Express check-out, a TV in reception and a vending machine - 2 meeting rooms, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk - Tour/ticket information, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property - Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location Room features All 68 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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2 meeting rooms ### 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 - Braille/raised signage - Lift - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 7 floors - Built in 1886 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Heating - LED lighting - Recycling ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions 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. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention 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 This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Hostelling International Chicago Chicago Hostel Hostelling International Chicago Summer Hotel Chicago Hostelling International Chicago Hostel Hostelling International Chicago Hostel HI Chicago HI Chicago HI Chicago Hostel Chicago HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation HI Chicago Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago ## Frequently asked questions ### Is HI Chicago Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at HI Chicago Hostel? ### How much is parking at HI Chicago Hostel? ### What time is check-in at HI Chicago Hostel? ### What time is check-out at HI Chicago Hostel? ### Where is HI Chicago Hostel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## HI Chicago Hostel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 781 8 - Good 258 6 - Okay 67 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 39 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuliana 9 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hostel’s location was perfect and I loved all of the activities - great for solo travelers, you’ll make plenty of friends! ##### Yuliana Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 7 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great space, very clean, lots of useful amenities particularly for those traveling on a budget. Highly recommend. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camilla 21 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The best hostel I stayed. The stuff is very helpful and friendly. The room is clean and organized, bed is comfortable. I loved the second floor where you can find the common areas. It’s very spacious, comfortable and fun. The location is also great very close to the station and tourist points. ##### Camilla Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karletta 31 Dec 2025 clean room, nice staff, good for an overnight stay ##### Karletta Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Parmida 5 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great location It’s clean Good price ##### Parmida Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gumaro 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff and the activities were very amazing. ##### Gumaro Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The staff was very friendly ##### Angel Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hye Jin 26 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Affordable and clean ##### Hye Jin Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cle Will an rooms! Nice staff! Outstanding location. What's not to like? Will stay again! ##### Tracy Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Julian 17 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good budget place to stay, not perfect but you get what you get for the price you pay. Conveniently located. ##### Julian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence Dale 5 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I love everything about this hostel. I found friends to hang out with because of their free activities and tours. Very safe and good environment. ##### Lawrence Dale Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Clean room, friendly staff ##### Eric Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos 14 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities it was a clean environment ##### Carlos Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hammad 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Central location , clean rooms , comfortable ##### Hammad Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Latonya 9 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, staff people in the room being courteous. Staff is understanding. The place is in a convenient location next to everywhere I wanted to go to ##### Latonya Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 1 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The customer service went above and beyond ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/82a34e03-37be-463c-97b6-d6760e4d8a00-1769970105186.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Saketh Gajapathi 1 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room, Friendly Staff ##### Saketh Gajapathi Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The staff was exceptionally amazing. ##### Angel Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Srilakshmi 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good amenities and close to transportation ##### Srilakshmi Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Redentor 4 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities clean room, staff, amenities ##### Redentor Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Santosh Kumar 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I was overall a very good stay with all the required hostel facilities & security. ##### Santosh Kumar Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was great, good facilities, clean, comfy bed. what more does one need for a short trip to Chicago? ##### Dean Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### krish 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room and bed was clean. The amenities provided were above and beyond for even regular hotels, much less hostels. Staff were engaging, helpful, and super friendly. HI just gained a new loyal customer. ##### krish Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fernando 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location 10 minute walk to the Art Inst ##### Fernando Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arindam 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Overall very I had a very good experience, it was a short stay for a night before catching Amtrak Train from Chicago Union Station. It’s very close to the station. They also allowed late check-out on request. 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