Hostelling International in Chicago is located in the center of downtown Chicago in the educational district. It's within close vicinity of Lake Michigan and within walking distance of many top tourist attractions, including Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Field Museum and the Shedd Aquarium. The hostel offers free walking tours and excursions throughout the city, as well as discounts to many Chicago attractions. Amenities include Internet access, laundry facilities, breakfast, a guest kitchen, security lockers and a common room. There is no curfew; reception is open 24 hours per day, every day of the year.
Hostelling International-Chicago
24 East Congress Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60605
312-360-0300
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The Chicago Getaway Hostel is located in Lincoln Park, within walking distance of hundred of bars, restaurants and attractions. The goal of the hostel is to familiarize its guests with Chicago and other backpackers, as well as to provide a comfortable and inviting facility. Chicago Getaway Hostel offers free group events, such as pub crawls and barbecues. Amenities include a lobby, a music room with a grand piano, a media room with flat screen TV, a patio, a kitchen, free continental breakfast, and free Internet access.
Chicago Getaway Hostel
616 W. Arlington Pl.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-929-5380
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The AAE Chicago Parthenon Hostel is located downtown near the Sears Tower, within walking distance from the Greyhound bus station and Amtrack train stations. The hostel offers both private rooms as well as dorm accommodations. Amenities include breakfast, linens, 24-hour reception and security, Internet access, luggage storage, parking, a guest kitchen, a restaurant, air conditioning, security lockers and a common room.
AAE Chicago Parthenon Hostel
310 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60661
304-268-8981
The Chicago International Hostel is located near Loyola University, within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and transportation. Chicago International Hostel has no curfew; it accepts out-of-town tourists only. Amenities include linens, 24-hour reception, Internet access, free parking, a guest kitchen, security lockers and a common room.
Chicago International Hostel
6318 North Winthrop Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
773-262-1011
