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14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sept - 6 Sept
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Our top choices for River Forest hostels

Lobby sitting area

1. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,385 reviews)
"Very solid, stayed in the 8 bedroom, solo traveler, great place."
United States
Kimasia
The price is HK$777
HK$912 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
HI Chicago Hostel
Interior detail

2. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (505 reviews)
"if you don’t mind shared bathroom then this is a good place to stay, clean rooms and clean property"
United States
Cameron
The price is HK$1,090
HK$1,280 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
Front of property

3. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"Good people Stairs are a bit difficult Convenient location Decent neighborhood Heavy Chicago traffic Cheers"
United States
Donald
The price is HK$356
HK$851 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
STAY
Restaurant

4. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (493 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and great location."
United States
TIMOTHY
The price is HK$1,306
HK$1,533 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Wrigley Hostel
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Top River Forest Hotel Reviews

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

10/10 Excellent
"Parking was 77 dollars destination fee was 32 dollars the shower has lots of mold. Other than that the hotel and room were well above average."
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The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

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River Forest Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,633
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$851
Highest Price
HK$1,533

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in River Forest?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our travellers: Congress Plaza Hotel - 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from the heart of River Forest. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in River Forest?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in River Forest are January, November, February and December, with each month seeing an average of 13 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in River Forest?
Generally, River Forest is known for its forests, architecture and rivers. Major attractions include United Center, Wrigley Field and Soldier Field. Get out into nature with places such as Trailside Museum of Natural History, Millennium Park and Grant Park. Cultural attractions include Ernest Hemingway Museum and House, Copernicus Center and Rosemont Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around River Forest while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in River Forest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 7.2 mi (11.6 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), situated 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. If you're looking to explore more of the surrounding area, make your way to River Forest Station to take a train.

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