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The 10 Best Hostels in Chicago, USA

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Guest rooms at the Chicago Getaway Hostel include access to free lockers; locks are not provided but are available for purchase. Bed linens are provided. Select rooms include a private bathroom or a shared bathroom.

Great location, close to downtown and multiple public transportation. Lincoln Park nearby makes this place a hidden gem in Chicago.

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8.3
Very good
3,969 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Experience the excitement of Chicago from the centre of all the action at this beautiful historic hostel, offering comfortable and contemporary accommodation in the heart of the city centre.

Situated in the south Loop area and moments away from beautiful Lake Michigan, HI - Chicago Hostel provides easy access to some of the area's top attractions. Museums, renowned restaurants, shopping districts and a vibrant nightlife are all within walking distance.

Everything. It was my first time in Chicago, I really enjoyed my stay. Hi Chicago was amazing. Good value for money.

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8.2
Very good
7,730 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Wrigley Hostel is just steps away from Wrigley Field and only a 10-minute walk to the nearest public beach. Public Transportation is only a block away, hop on the 'L' at the Addison station to take you downtown or further north. Free WiFi is available to guests.

The free food service is good and staffs are very kind.

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8
Very good
662 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Set in Chicago and with Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago reachable within 7.5 km, Pill Hill Mansion offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 15 km from Guaranteed Rate Field, 17 km from Field Museum of Natural History and 17 km from Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum. Art Institute of Chicago is 19 km away and Chicago Symphony Orchestra is 19 km from the hostel.

The home was beautiful . The decor was classy and the home was spacious and very nice. The grounds were well kept and beautiful too. My room was nice and the bathroom was kept clean. Thanks

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8.1
Very good
48 reviews
Price from
£29
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Studio 424 in Chicago provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is situated 3.7 km from United Center, 3.9 km from Lincoln Park Zoo and 4.4 km from Water Tower Chicago. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and bike hire and car hire are available.

It was near everything that I needed to be and it was very easy to get around, the room and the bed was very clean and fresh. I got there almost at midnight and I had difficulties getting in to the room, needless to say it was me not correctly following the instructions provided, I called and the person in charge was very polite and walked me through and guided me to get in my room even it was very late.

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8.4
Very good
46 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £109.03
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,729 reviews
    Clean comfortable beds and room. Great location, walking distance from regional trains and metro. Always worth the visit. A better breakfast than I’ve had on previous visits. Safe. This hostel looks and feels safe.
    Murray
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £109.03
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,729 reviews
    The entire facility was very clean and safe. Great location within walking distance to a lot of sites and great transportation options nearby. I liked the privacy of the curtains for each bunk bed.
    Roxanne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £109.03
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,729 reviews
    The location of this youth hostel is very good. The environment is clean, tidy, and safe. There are many public facilities in the lounge for residents, and there are various breakfast options.
    Zi-Quan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £170.12
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 662 reviews
    Gorgeous Patio! Don't expect any breathtaking views, but expect a great patio to eat your lunch/breakfast and hang out with other guests! Hostel has quiet hours and is not generally a party hub. Guests were all very respectful. The hostel has a very strong college dormitory vibe to it. Making it easy to meet new people and make friends. Great for a solo traveler. The average age of guests was pretty well under 30, but there were some travelers over 30 as well. Free Breakfast on weekends!
    Tyler
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £109.03
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,729 reviews
    The staff was very nice and I could check in earlier because my bed was already ready. Everything is clean and spaceous. It' located in a safe area and the Hostel makes sure that only guests can enter. It's very cheap and you get a lot for the price! The WLan is working perfectely. They have a huge kitchen. There's a restaurant right next to the Hostel. The Hostel is located perfectly! There's a underground trainstation just around the corner. Very well done.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90.23
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,969 reviews
    Beautiful situated and close to trams and the lake. Friendly staff and vibrant feel. But also bit worn down. Beds are to soft and uncomfy. It was more a budget family place than a hostel with a lot of small children. Not a bad thing but not really what we were expecting. Breakfast was humble but can get you on your way. No real healthy options. But there is a community kitchen and fridge to store some cheese or other things for breakkie Chicago is expensive and this place was on the cheaper side so you cant expect golden halls
    Joris
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 894 reviews
    Great location, safe and close to the subway, coffee shops, grocery stores and more within walking distance. Room was decent, spacious, doble bed was enormous, bunk bed was decent, and even though bathrooms were old they were very clean and never too crowded. Bonus: towels are incredible here.
    Constanza
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £170.12
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 662 reviews
    Great location, friendly people, very safe environment inside and outside of the hostel.
    P
    Péter
    Solo traveller
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 772 reviews
    Great location, super easy to move around, and safe to do so. The staff was super nice and helpful, same for the cleaning crew. Everything was well kept in the hostel. The room was comfortable, even though It was shared, the bathroom was quite spacious. The bed had curtains to have more privacy and a small cabinet for storage, that can close with a padlock (bring yours).
    Mariecabrera
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £137.13
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,822 reviews
    The location, rooms and amenities here cannot be beat, especially for the price. I was only in town for a night, traveling alone, and on a budget, so it was perfect for my needs. As a veteran backpacker who's aged out of the youth hostel scene, this was ideal way to spend time in the city, get a decent night's sleep and meet some cool people.
    Lauren
    Solo traveller

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