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Hostelling International Chicago - Chicago, USA 2 star hotel

Address: 24 East Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL 60605 (show map)
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Hostelling International Chicago is 2 star hotel with 500 rooms and the facilities of Rooms/Facilities for Disabled and Parking (fee required). This is a budget hotel with the rates from 32 USD. Hostelling International Chicago is one of the recommended hotels under 100 USD near Columbia College, it is also not far from Columbia College-Radio Dept and American Floral Art School.
Hostelling International Chicago details:  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.

Situated in the south Loop area and moments away from beautiful Lake Michigan, Hostelling International Chicago provides easy access to some of the area's top attractions. Museums, renowned restaurants, shopping districts and a vibrant nightlife are all within walking distance.

To make your stay in the city unforgettable, Hostelling Chicago hosts a number of activities for guests, including free walking tours and excursions throughout the city. A number of discounts for area attractions are also available through the hostel.

This historic building, built in 1886 and transformed in to Hostelling International Chicago in 2000, has hosted thousands of guests from all over the world. With its central location and modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, it is not a surprise that the hostel has been a favourite among travellers.

With a number of comfortable meeting areas located inside the hostel, it is easy to meet other guests, share stories, become friends, or even find a travelling companion.

There is no curfew at the Hostelling Chicago and guests are permitted to stay for up to 14 days per calendar year.

Location

Hostelling International Chicago Map
In the area surrounding the hostel are a number of Chicago's main attractions, museums and restaurants. Explore the nearby Lake Michigan, the world-famous Magnificent Mile or Shedd Aquarium, all located within walking distance from the hostel.

A number of public transportation stops are also located only moments away from the hostel, allowing you to explore the city even further.

Rooms

The spacious single-sex rooms at the hostel range in size from 6 beds to 10 beds. Many rooms are equipped with a private shower and restroom.

All rooms are furnished with individual lockers for personal belongings, although guests must supply their own lock.

Bed linens, towels and pillows are all provided by Hostelling International Chicago.

Facilities

General: Heating, Luggage Storage, Parking (fee required), Gay Friendly, Restaurant, Breakfast Buffet, All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled, Elevator
Activities: Billiards, Table Tennis, Library
Services: Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Internet Services

Dining

The hostel features a free daily breakfast buffet as well as a large self-service kitchen and dining area.

Hotel policies

Check-In
15:00
Check-Out
11:00
Cancellation
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children
All children are welcome.
Extra beds are not available.
There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Pre-pay
No deposit will be charged.
Extra charges
15.4 % Tax is not included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby and costs USD 27.00 per day.
Dining
Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

What Travellers Like

  • Great location, efficient staff and i liked very much the fact that the room. Good breakfast. . Read review
    Posted: Mar 26, 2011
  • Other attractions, had everything I needed for a pleasant stay and staff were very helpful. The breakfast was good. . Read review
    Posted: Mar 26, 2011
  • Its convenient downtown location and cheap stay. Really nice staff and large windows. Kitchen facilities were excellent, breakfast was free and had the best Cuban sandwich of my life at the cafe next door. . Read review
    Posted: Mar 26, 2011
  • This hostel has the perfect location, reasonable for downtown Chicago and the staff friendly and helpful. The efficient free wi-fi, good breakfast and great choice. . Read review
    Posted: Mar 26, 2011
  • Perfect location, the facilities in this hotel are excellent and staff are knowledgeable about Chicago. The accommodations are acceptable and they serve good breakfast. . Read review
    Posted: Mar 26, 2011

Travellers Reviews

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4.5
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011
Location:  4.7Rooms:  4.4Service:  5Value:  5Dining:  3.3
Really central location, lockers are available you need to store your luggage before you check in / after you check out and there is a great feeling of friendly casualness about the place. The staff will direct you to the neaby cvs, the space of the room I stayed is big enough that you don't feel...... Read entire review
4.2
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011
Location:  4.2Rooms:  3.8Service:  5Dining:  3.8
Great location and friendly staff. Reasonably clean rooms and free breakfast. ... Read entire review
4
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011
Location:  4Rooms:  3.8Service:  4.2
Great location, the friendly staff and big rooms. ... Read entire review
4.3
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Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011
Location:  5Rooms:  4.2Service:  3.8Dining:  4.1
Fantastic location, nice staff and free lockers in all of the rooms. Additionally great breakfast selection and good choice for backpackers. ... Read entire review
4.8
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Good

Posted: Sat, Mar 26 2011
Location:  5Rooms:  4.6Service:  4.6Dining:  5
Great location, efficient staff and i liked very much the fact that the room. Good breakfast. ... Read entire review

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