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HI Chicago Hostel
A 3-star HI Chicago Hostel at 24 E Ida B Wells Drive — no POI rows with a 8.5 headline from 12,676 reviews and lack of cleanliness in shared bathrooms named in the cons.
- 3-star (official classification)
- Loop & Wacker
- Independent — no chain recorded
- Nearest airport ORD
Written by the TravelShifu editorial team · last checked · hotel method
Desk assessmentWe have not stayed here. This verdict is built from the property’s own records and third-party guest reviews, read in full — including the complaints.
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The verdict
Book HI Chicago Hostel if a 8.5 headline from 12,676 fits your tolerance — accept lack of cleanliness in shared bathrooms, noise issues from other guests as named trade-offs.
This seed has no POI distance rows for HI Chicago Hostel, so we do not invent landmark kilometre claims. Location still scores 9.72 out of 10 in guest analysis.
The supplier rating is 8.5 out of 10 from 12,676 reviews, captured 6 January 2026. Cleanliness 6.71. Service 9.68. Pros name friendly staff, great location, affordable price. Cons name lack of cleanliness in shared bathrooms, noise issues from other guests, no continental breakfast provided.
Filtered amenity facts include Parking, Street parking, WiFi available, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning — we only cite what the seed lists.
Chain: none recorded. Check-in from 04:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM.
Best for
- Travellers who want a 3-star with a 8.5 headline from 12,676 reviews
- Anyone comparing dated cleanliness and location category scores before booking
- Readers who will read named cons as carefully as the pros
Not for
- Anyone who needs verified landmark pins — none in this seed
- Guests who will not accept named cons such as lack of cleanliness in shared bathrooms
- Anyone treating star class alone as a cleanliness guarantee
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
Third-party guest reviews: 8.5/10 from 12,676 reviews — as of
This is an aggregate of published guest reviews from other booking sites, not a TravelShifu rating. We do not average it with anything, and we never restate it as structured data — Google’s review-snippet guidance says not to aggregate ratings from other websites, and every score we hold is somebody else’s.
What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at HI Chicago Hostel
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 6 January 2026. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is the guest analysis from our hotel data provider for HI Chicago Hostel, captured on 2026-01-06. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience9.2 / 10Excellent
Overall positive, with great location and friendly atmosphere.
- Location9.7 / 10Excellent
Location was praised for being close to public transportation and downtown amenities.
- Cleanliness6.7 / 10Mixed
The bathrooms were not cleaned during the stay and were described as unhygienic.
- Service9.7 / 10Excellent
Friendly check-in staff and helpful services were highlighted.
- Room Quality7.7 / 10Good
Rooms were spacious but some expressed discomfort with unmade beds and noisy bunk beds.
- Amenities8.7 / 10Excellent
The kitchen was appreciated, and there were various activities available.
- Value for Money8.7 / 10Excellent
Affordable price for the quantity and quality of services provided.
- Food and Beverage7.7 / 10Good
Lack of provided breakfast options was noted, affecting overall satisfaction.
Praised consistently
- Friendly staff
- Great location
- Affordable price
- Spacious common areas
Complained about consistently
- Lack of cleanliness in shared bathrooms
- Noise issues from other guests
- No continental breakfast provided
HI Chicago Hostel in photos
Supplied by the property through our hotel data provider and served from its own CDN.
What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Discover the best of both worlds at HI - Chicago Hostel, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Our beautiful property offers comfortable and contemporary accommodation in the heart of Chicago's vibrant city centre.
Prime Location
Located in the bustling south Loop area and just moments away from picturesque Lake Michigan, our hostel provides easy access to Chicago's top attractions. Museums, renowned restaurants, shopping districts, and a lively nightlife are all within walking distance, ensuring you don't miss a moment of the excitement.
Convenience and Accessibility
Enjoy the convenience and accessibility of staying at HI - Chicago Hostel, where everything you need for a memorable stay is right at your fingertips. Book now and experience the best of Chicago with us.
Facilities
50 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Billiards
- Non-smoking throughout
- Street parking
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Concierge service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Shared kitchen
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Vending machine - drinks
- Toilet with grab rails
- Vending machine - snacks
- Lower bathroom sink
- Visual aids: Braille
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Access to health care professionals
- 24-hour security
- Walking tours
- Key card access
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
24 E Ida B Wells DriveChicago 60605
United States
+1 312-360-0300
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 04:00 PM
- Check-out by
- 11:00 AM
Nearest points of interest
Our supplier lists no landmark distances for this property — not zero landmarks nearby, simply no measured distances on file. Rather than estimate them from the coordinates, we leave it blank: the address above and the map are the reliable guide, and our Chicago area notes cover what is worth walking to.
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Conditions worth reading before you book
The property’s own notice, reproduced unedited. Deposits, card rules and pet charges live here.
Head to head
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HI Chicago Hostel — common questions
- How does HI Chicago Hostel score with guests?
- Our hotel data provider returns 8.5 out of 10 from 12,676 reviews as of 6 January 2026. Location 9.72/10. Cleanliness 6.71/10. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- How close is HI Chicago Hostel to the main sights?
- We cannot quote kilometre figures — this hotel has no POI rows in the ingest. Location scores 9.72 out of 10 from 12,676 reviews as of 6 January 2026. Plan walks on a map before you book around a tight itinerary.
- What time is check-in and check-out at HI Chicago Hostel?
- Check-in is from 04:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. These are the property's own published times as published by the property to our hotel data provider. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- Which airport is nearest to HI Chicago Hostel?
- The supplier records ORD as the served airport for this property. That is the airport code our hotel data provider associates with the hotel, not a measured distance — check the route for your own arrival time before you rely on it.