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Chicago Getaway Hostel

2.0 star property
Georgian hostel with private beach and free breakfast

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Front of property
Dining
Theatre show
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Located in the heart of Chicago, this hostel offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with entertainment for everyone. Guests can play games in the arcade, browse books in the library, or relax on the garden patio. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff and excellent value.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room with Half-Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

10-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL, 60614

What's nearby

  • DePaul University-Lincoln Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wrigley Field - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Fullerton Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KALA Modern Greek - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Galway Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Verve Wine & Provisions - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chicago Getaway Hostel

Hostel near Lake Michigan
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Chicago Getaway Hostel. An arcade/games room, a library and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), books and luggage storage
  • A billiards/pool table, outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift, a vending machine and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 119 rooms include comforts, such as air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 9.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry facilities

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

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 34 per night (in/out privileges)

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 62 mi (100 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

Property is also known as

Chicago Getaway Hostel
Getaway Hostel
Chicago Getaway
Chicago Getaway Hotel Chicago
Chicago Getaway Hostel Chicago
Chicago Getaway Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Chicago Getaway Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Chicago

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago Getaway Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 34 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chicago Getaway Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Chicago Getaway Hostel located?

Located in Lincoln Park, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Wrigley Field and Michigan Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km). Fullerton Station is 10 minutes by foot and Diversy Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1055 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good staff and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really easy check-in and room was just like living back in the dorms (which I enjoyed)!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Haylie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean, and staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Chicago ! Good parking ! Clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Location is great. Perfect for my weekend stay. Close to restaurants,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Great place. So convenient, safe, and felt like home for a few days
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Exactly what we expected staying in a private room at a hostel. Nice walkable area with lots of food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Krishna Chaitanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and safe locality
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ll miss you all!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience meeting diverse people in lovely neighborhood with lots of clubs, restaurants shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this place. Will recommend it to friends. Will stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price is right! Very nice facility and perfect for my one night stay. AAAAA+++++
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was top-notch! The total space was remarkably clean & well-kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location. Accessible by bus and Red Line. On a quiet, beautiful street. Close to lots of restaurants too. Room was small but good for the price. Really quiet- didn't notice noise from other guests at all. The included breakfast was nice to have as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ayodeji

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience I would recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is super beautiful! The community, staff, and vibes were nice. Lots of kids and elderly so I felt safe :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noemit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was wonderful! No complaints
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel!

Love it! Good area in Lincoln park with a bunch of places to eat. Red line near by that took us downtown. Room was clean and spacious. We got a private room. It was definitely worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was dope
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, súper friendly satff, I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sure! Here’s a short review you can use: ⸻ My stay at Chicago Getaway Hostel was amazing! The rooms and bathrooms were super clean, which made the whole experience even better. The location is top tier, just steps away from the trains and bus stops, making it easy to get around the city. Plus, being surrounded by a college campus gave the area a fun, vibrant vibe. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaeden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Neighborhood, Price & Room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st time staying here. Loved it. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and grocery shops were accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025