Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel with private beach and free breakfast

Photo gallery for Chicago Getaway Hostel

Terrace/patio
Theatre show
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

10-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Chicago

At Chicago Getaway Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. Highlights at this Georgian hostel include a nearby private beach and free continental breakfast. .This hostel has a business centre, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Lincoln Park hostel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Wrigley Field and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Michigan Avenue.

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wrigley Field - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bourgeois Pig Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ludlow Charlingtons Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Georgian hostel with private beach and free breakfast
A private beach is featured. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Chicago Getaway Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Chicago hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1928
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Romanian, Spanish, Thai, Ukranian

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 34 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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 62 mi (100 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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 62 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Chicago Getaway Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Chicago Getaway Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

As of 25 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chicago Getaway Hostel on 1 Apr 2025 start from NZ$123.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Yep, Chicago Getaway Hostel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 34 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Yep, Chicago Getaway Hostel is a short 20-minute walk from North Avenue Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Chicago Getaway Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests enjoy the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, Chicago Getaway Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Chicago Getaway Hostel for a wonderful stay. I stayed here for approximately 11 days over two bookings and each time the staff were fantastic. I stayed in a one bedroom half bathroom which was great for a single older female traveller. The showers were sufficient and at most times available without waiting. The breakfast was included and was adequate for a hostel, cereal, toast, juice, coffee or tea and on some days muffins, yogurt or fresh fruit. There is a full kitchen and large dining area. I can't comment on parking but the public transport wasn't too far if you are able to walk a few blocks. The best part is the location, north side of the river surrounded by eateries and bars. I found it was quiet and safe. I would definitely recommend this place if you want to save on accommodation costs in Chicago. Hostels are not for everyone however this one was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many times. The staff is very helpful and efficient. We love the easy going atmosphere. It is close to everything in the neighborhood and easily accessible to the train as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a full bed for the parents and bunkbeds for my two young adult boys who didn’t want to sleep together in the same bed at the hotel so it worked out well for our family. The LINKIN PARK area was really enjoyable and had lots to do and what we couldn’t do close to us. We could go on the owl for five dollars a day and get to wherever we need to be so we got to go to Chinatown and we went to the Christialkind Market and then we were able to come back and see the Lincoln park lights. It was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely spectacular
Very easy and clean. Everyone was super nice. I felt very safe and comfortable. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was great, communal area excellent, luggage storage convenient so I could spend the fast of checkout in the city. Only negative was the mattress wasn't very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Travelled with partner
My reservation was denied because they don't allow guests who live in the city of Chicago
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel was a great proce and location. The free breakfast was good and the staff had great recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, súper friendly satff, I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

bhargav

Disliked: Cleanliness
Heater is not safe
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente propiedad y staff. La estación de tren queda muy cerca al igual que sitios de comida y atracciones turísticas. súper recomendado!! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in close distance to my family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10/10 recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostel was great, staff was friendly, neighborhood has a good selection of restaurants and convenience stores. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Chicago Getaway Hostel was perfect for a quick solo trip! It was conveniently located near lots of businesses and restaurants. My only complaint was that I found large hair balls in my room. So I would suggest and a more in-depth join at cleaning/vacuuming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shashwat

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaeddin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moiud

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daoheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shubhankar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good communal area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rameen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very quiet and calm atmosphere. Everything was clean and well kept. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024