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Chicago Getaway Hostel

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Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
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Overview of Chicago Getaway Hostel

Chicago Getaway Hostel

2 out of 5

3.9/5 Good

Guests rated this property 3.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest room stays

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationLincoln Park Zoo19 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohn Hancock Center8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWrigley Field10 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)32 min drive

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About this area

Chicago

Located in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, Chicago Getaway Hostel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Chicago Water Tower and Merchandise Mart are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at Wrigley Field, and consider making time for Field Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests appreciate the hostel's convenience to public transportation: Fullerton Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 19 min walk
  • Chicago Water Tower - 4 min drive
  • Water Tower Place - 8 min drive
  • John Hancock Center - 8 min drive
  • Wrigley Field - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Galway Arms — 4 min walk
  • Basil Leaf — 4 min walk
  • The Other Side Bar — 4 min walk
  • The Pasta Bowl — 4 min walk
  • The Tin Lizzie — 4 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Georgian Chicago hostel in Lincoln Park, walk to Lincoln Hall
This hostel features self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Rooms offer free WiFi and desks.
Chicago Getaway Hostel offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. This Chicago hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global) and SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • Dutch
  • English
  • French
  • Romanian
  • Spanish

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Desk

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

    A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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, 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 20 mi (160 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)

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3.9
Good
Rating 5 - Excellent. 326 out of 998 reviews
5 - Excellent 33%
Rating 4 - Good. 392 out of 998 reviews
4 - Good 39%
Rating 3 - Okay. 156 out of 998 reviews
3 - Okay 16%
Rating 2 - Poor. 56 out of 998 reviews
2 - Poor 6%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 68 out of 998 reviews
1 - Terrible 7%

3.7/5

Cleanliness

4.1/5

Staff & service

3.8/5

Amenities

3.8/5

Property conditions & facilities
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5/5 Excellent

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter has autism and the staff were VERY friendly twards her and the fact we had a room at the end of the hall was AWESOME so they she couldn't disturb others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice area in Lakeview. Lots of coffee shops and eateries nearby too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/5 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

1/5 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021