Freehand Chicago

Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Freehand Chicago offers modern comfort near Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy local cuisine at Broken Shaker during happy hour. The upscale hotel provides high-speed WiFi, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour gym for convenience and relaxation.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Gym
Pet friendly

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Private Quad

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

225 sq ft
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Private Female Quad

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

Bed in Shared Quad Dorm

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

225 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Queen

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

155 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

185 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Private Quad

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

225 sq ft
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Beds

Premium King

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

185 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Bed in Shared Quad Female Dorm

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

225 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Premium Queen

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

165 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

What's nearby

Michigan Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Northwestern Memorial Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Water Tower Place - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Chicago Riverwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Merchandise Mart - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

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
‪Bally's Casino - ‬1 min walk
‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪Quartino Ristorante - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Freehand Chicago

Upscale hotel near Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Located close to Chinese Consulate and Holy Name Cathedral, Freehand Chicago provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Broken Shaker, features happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location

Room features

All 217 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
LED light bulbs, heating, and daily housekeeping

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)

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
Smoking not allowed
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

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 at the property

For any questions, 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, a smoke detector, 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)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Freehand Chicago pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Freehand Chicago?

As of Sep 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freehand Chicago on Sep 23, 2025 start from $104.49, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Freehand Chicago?

Self parking is available for USD 49 per night.

What time is check-in at Freehand Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Freehand Chicago?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Freehand Chicago located?

Located in Downtown Chicago, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chinese Consulate, Holy Name Cathedral, and Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Grand Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Chicago Station (Red Line) is 6 minutes.