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"I completely recommend Freehand Chicago particularly if you are traveling with a group. I brought a group of college students to Chicago and the rooms
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You'll be steps from Chinese Consulate and within a 10-minute walk of Holy Name Cathedral with a stay at this River North hotel. Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Museum of Contemporary Art are also within half a mile (1 km).
Renovated in 2015
This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a snack bar/deli are also offered.
Luxe linens, free WiFi
The 215 guestrooms offer free WiFi, room service, and premium bedding. Rainfall showerheads, hair dryers, and showers are also available.
Freehand Chicago ratings based on 34 Verified Reviews
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Room cleanliness4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition4.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Freehand Chicago
Everyone (27)Couples (3)Family (1)
1 out of 5
D Hotel staff rude .Does NOT care about guest . oes NOT accept Chicago residents . - but does NOT mention it ?
Posted by a verified traveller on 11 Dec. 2019
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4 out of 5
It was eclectic. Busy and a little cramped. Overall a "hostel" feel to it. I would have preferred more light in the bar/communal area.
Posted by a verified traveller on 14 Oct. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
24 Oct. 2019
by JD
Thank you for sharing your experience at The Freehand.
1 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveller on 29 Sep. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
24 Oct. 2019
by JD
Thank you for staying with us at The Freehand
5 out of 5
It was all good, I had no issues. Would come back again.
Posted by a verified traveller on 27 Sep. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
24 Oct. 2019
by JD
Happy you enjoyed your stay , thank you for staying with us at The Freehand.
5 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveller on 8 Aug. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
8 Aug. 2019
by Mary
Thank you for staying with us!
4 out of 5
The look and feel of the place made you feel like you were out west.
Posted by a verified traveller on 9 Jul. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
20 Jul. 2019
by Ashley
Thank you for your feedback! Thank you for choosing Freehand Chicago!
5 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveller on 24 Jun. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
25 Jun. 2019
by Ashley
Thank you for your feedback! Thank you for choosing Freehand Chicago!
4 out of 5
The elevator service was poor. Building lost all water services during our stay, and the guest kitchen was severely undersized for the number of guests you had staying there.
Posted by a verified traveller on 5 Apr. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
12 Apr. 2019
by Jenna
Thank you for choosing Freehand Chicago! Your feedback is much appreciated!
5 out of 5
It's a funky, unique hotel in a great location. Very classic atmosphere. It feels like you're stepping onto the 1940's.
Posted by a verified traveller on 16 Mar. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
26 Mar. 2019
by Mary
Thank you for staying with us!
2 out of 5
We were very excited about staying at the Freehand. From the pictures it looked very "hip" and unique. The coffeeshop downstairs was a bonus. We were unfortunately, disappointed by the hotel. The room was very small and a little dark which wasn't a big turnoff. It looked much different than the pictures online. The biggest problem we had was that the mattress was very cheap and horribly uncomfortable. The springs literally felt like they might stab us when we rolled over. The other problem was that the Heating/Air unit was controlled remotely so the room was extremely hot over night and there was no way to shut it off or to turn the temperature down. We attempted to open a window, since it was a chill 20 degrees outside, but it caused the heat to come on. We we asked the staff about the room the next morning they were kind enough to switch us rooms to the opposite side of the building, however, the room was hot and miserable as well and the bed was just as uncomfortable. Also, maybe because it is an old building, the walls are a bit thin and you can hear other guests. Not as bad as the beds and heat, but the elevators are also very small and very slow. The bathrooms were cool.
Posted by Julie on 7 Mar. 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
1 Apr. 2019
by Jenna
I am so sorry to hear that your stay was anything less than pleasant. I hope that you can come back and stay with us in the future so we can make sure your stay is amazing! Thank you for choosing Freehand Chicago!
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/café, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Freehand Chicago. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Freehand Chicago was completed in May 2015. This 3.5-star Chicago hotel is smoke free.
1 building
215 guestrooms or units
17 levels
Built in 1927
Dining venue
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
Deli
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-in
Express check-out
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Concierge
Fireplace in lobby
Television in lobby
ATM
Bellhop
Elevator
No smoking on site
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Water dispenser
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
Free WiFi
Snack bar/deli
Laundry facilities
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
Parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Transport
Airport: Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) (28.6 km / 17.8 mi)
Train station: Millennium Station (1.2 km / 0.7 mi)
Metro station: Grand Station (Red Line) (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)
Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Freehand Chicago offers 215 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
In-room dining (limited hours)
Luxury bedding
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower
Rainfall showerhead
Housekeeping (daily)
Hair dryer
Desk
Blackout drapes
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Food & Drink
For a fee, guests can enjoy local cuisine breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Broken Shaker - This cocktail bar specializes in local cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Cafe Integral - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Activities
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-in time ends at 2 AM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Special check-in instructions:
Guests booking the Standard Shared Dormitory rooms are only booking 1 bed per person, per night. For more details, please contact the office using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-out
Check-out by noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Policies
Guests are limited to booking a maximum of 14 days in a 12 month period in our shared accommodation room types. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification are 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. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same city as the property will not be allowed to check in.
Only service animals are allowed
UnionPay
No rollaway/extra beds available
Debit cards
Number of children who can stay free - 3
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 50 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property, but they may vary based on length of stay or the room booked.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Breakfast fee: between USD 12 and USD 30 for adults, USD 10 and USD 30 for children (approximately)
Self parking fee: USD 39.00 per night (in/out privileges)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
Hotel Names
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You should know
Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
