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Our top choices for Des Plaines hostels

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1. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (539 reviews)
"Definitely the best place to stay the night. The building is well taken care of. Both kitchen and bathrooms are always clean and easy to locate."
United States
Jennifer
$118 nightly
The price is $139
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
Lobby sitting area

2. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,439 reviews)
"Excellent location easy to get around."
United States
Helen
$99 nightly
The price is $117
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
HI Chicago Hostel
Front of property

3. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (268 reviews)
"Good people Stairs are a bit difficult Convenient location Decent neighborhood Heavy Chicago traffic Cheers"
United States
Donald
$92 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
STAY
Restaurant

4. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (503 reviews)
"The staff were really helpful and the hostel is near the red line AND North Halstead which is perfect for LGBTQ travellers"
United States
Christian
$167 nightly
The price is $195
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Wrigley Hostel
Exterior

5. Grand House

Grand House
2.0 star property
West Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (78 reviews)
"This stay went super smooth. Noise isn’t really a big thing around here. Yes the rooms are small but they workout perfectly for just sleeping. Area is quite pleasant with many restaurants and bars to pick from."
United States
Bryce
Grand House
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Top Des Plaines Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

8/10 Good
"Water pressure in shower could have been stronger. Conditioner for hair was not very good"
Christina 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

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Des Plaines Hostels information

Number of reviews
849
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
$102
Highest Price
$195

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Des Plaines?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable room rates: River Hotel - 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from the heart of Des Plaines. Located within a 5-minute walk of Michigan Avenue. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast - 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from the heart of Des Plaines. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Des Plaines?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Des Plaines are January, November, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Des Plaines?
In general, Des Plaines is known for its restaurants, sports, and theaters. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Navy Pier, and Soldier Field. Get out into nature with places like Lake Park, Arndt Park, and Apache Park. Cultural attractions include Rosemont Theatre, Copernicus Center, and The Chicago Athenaeum.
What's the best way to get to and around Des Plaines while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Des Plaines on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 4 mi (6.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), situated 5.8 mi (9.4 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Train stations including Des Plaines Station and Des Plaines Cumberland Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

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