Find Cheap Hostels in Chicago

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: Chicago Parthenon Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Illinois Chicago. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find showers, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. HI Chicago - Located within a 5-minute walk of Grant Park and State Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Chicago Getaway Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels and desks. Wrigley Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Wrigley Field. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a bar. You’ll find towels in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Chicago, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Chicago are February, January, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.

Overall, Chicago is known for its skyscrapers, theaters, and architecture. Major attractions include Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and Chicago Theatre. Get out into nature with places like Chicago Riverwalk, Grant Park, and Douglas Park. Cultural attractions include Chicago Cultural Center, House of Blues Chicago, and Field Museum of Natural History.

Keep this information about transit options in Chicago in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Chicago O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), located 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. An alternative is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. Nearby metro stations include Monroe Station (Red Line), Monroe Station (Blue Line), and Adams-Wabash Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, or Chicago Union Station.