West Town stay.Your stay at this West Town hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Chicago Riverwalk and Michigan Avenue. Grant Park and Millennium Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center, 2 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hostel measures 1500 square feet (139 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Grand House also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Chicago hostel is smoke free.
10 guestrooms or units
Meeting rooms
1500 sq ft of conference space
139 sq m of conference space
Business center (24 hours)
Conference space
Self-service laundry
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
No smoking on site
Lockers available
Grand House offers 10 shared accommodations with air conditioning, coffee/tea makers, and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
This Chicago hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and irons/ironing boards.
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
Accessibility
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
Smooth flooring in room
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shared bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster
More
5G smartphone data speed
Air conditioning
Computer monitor
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Free limited smartphone calls
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Limited smartphone data usage
Mobile key entry
Phone
Printer
Shared accommodations
Smartphone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 20 at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Self parking fee: USD 25 per night
Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be 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.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Property Registration Number R25000132638
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Grand House to the airport?
Grand House is 11.3 mi (34-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Grand House have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Grand House.
How close is Grand House to the beach?
This hostel is 2 mi (14-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 2.2 mi (14-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Grand House offer free breakfast?
Grand House does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Grand House?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (2-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Grand House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).
Is there free parking at Grand House?
Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.
Does Grand House have a pool?
Grand House does not have a pool.
Does Grand House have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Grand House to downtown Chicago?
Grand House is 1.4 mi away from Chicago.
Grand House Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Very dirty room, dead roaches, dust everywhere, bad area around of building with homeless people, dirty bed with no pillowcases and sheet, very noisy around. Not recommended, even for one night, even for one men. Its just disgusting.
Great location (Blue line CTA can take you to Downtown and O’Hare Airport). Staff is very helpful and accommodating. They were always available when needed. Room and bathroom were clean.
Rajesh
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jaquelin
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and easy access to room, common area and bathroom. Decent bed + bedding for price paid but I would recommend bringing your own blanket.
The room was dirty, the shower water was cold, and I paid for early check-in but was not able to check in at the time I was promised. Overall, the stay did not meet expectations, especially given that I paid extra for a service that was not properly honored. Cleanliness, communication, and basic room comfort all need improvement
Julian
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Corbin
Jan 27, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Corbin
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Sherry
Oct 11, 2025
It was just ok. I was comfortable and all my needs were met.
Location was super convenient, and the management was always responsive despite being offsite. I received a text around 2PM with my check in code and directions for how to find my assigned room, and the code became active at exactly 3PM.
This place is simple, no-frills, but it is safe, clean, the bed was comfortable, and honestly I was stunned that despite being in a busy area, it was quiet enough that I didn't need my earplugs!
I would absolutely stay here again.
We arrived a bit too early for check-in, but the staff kindly let us leave our bags there. We were also running late afterward, and they really took the time to help us find a quick solution. The staff was honestly amazing, even though they were super busy, they did everything they could to help us out. They understood exactly what we needed and were so kind and attentive. Special thanks to Krys,super friendly and helpful!
I paid for parking and my spot was taken when I got back so I was left with NO PARKING. You can only communicate with the team via text and it took them hours to even try to resolve it and since I was already very unimpressed with the room/weird creepy hole in the ceiling/bed/filthy bathroom with a tub that wasn't draining I just left. Do yourself a favor and just pay a bit more for a hotel with staff who can assist you if things go wrong. This is is not it!!
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Delilah
Dec 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is NOT a hotel in the strictest term of the word, more like a Pension. Bathroom was shared, with a communal kitchen area,
NO smoke detectors in individual rooms, NO working ventian blinds on window! 1 light worked in my room, had to move the bed to find a place to charge my cellphone. Room was clean, building was very secure, BRING EARPLUGS street outside is very noisy.
Delilah
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Ayden
Nov 3, 2025
Paid for reserved parking but all spots were taken, wasn't able to sleep in the bed I paid for. Ended up driving back to Milwaukee. Seemed like a nice place though when I first got there and was a spot open