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Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago
Freehand Chicago – Chicago, IL
Freehand Chicago – Chicago, IL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Freehand Chicago

Featuring a restaurant, Freehand Chicago is located in Chicago's River North neighborhood. Free WiFi access is available. Both the John Hancock Observatory and Millennium Park are within 0.6 mi of the hotel. Offering both private and shared rooms, the property provides a seating area, desk and air conditioning. Linen and towels are provided as well. Select rooms include a flat-screen TV. A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to Freehand Chicago, which includes a shared lounge. Other amenities offered include lockers and luggage storage. The Broken Shaker offers up signature cocktails and small bites in a relaxing and unique space. Cafe Integral serves Nicaraguan gourmet coffee and creative breakfast dishes. The hotel is a 2-minute walk away from the Magnificent Mile and a 10-minute walk from Water Tower Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 16 mi away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.6 / 5
Great 4460 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We had to switch rooms because the ceiling vent in the bathroom was taped to the ceiling and fell while we were out of our room. There was hair clogged in the drain. Our TV did not work and there was hair in the sink. Our door also did not properly close. Overall not a great experience. Then our second room, the bathroom floor was sticky.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The decor was excellent!!!!!! Inviting, relaxing atmosphere the music was great!! Which that was playing in the sitting area. I will definitely stay there again. Close to public transportation, walking distance from shopping, restaurants and the food service there was good.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was pretty clean overall except just make sure you are are aware of how to use the air conditioner because it took me a bit to understand it. Also it doesn’t say but the city of Chicago charges an extra $100 dollar fee for staying here because of tourism.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location, fun atmosphere, nice coffee shop/cafe!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was very nice and staff were nice as well.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    El hotel está muy bien. No tiene parking es lo malo.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    My friends and I literally used this hotel as a way to store our luggage because there was no accessibility to use basic functions of what you would need in an hotel/motel. For example, there was only one towel, no shampoo/conditioner or body wash, the lights of the quad bunk bed didn't turn on. The size of the room for a quad and bunk bed was super small. The room doors didn't even open, and you have to push it hard as if you are breaking into your own hotel room. Save your money since you get charged additional fee for it to be in downtown area. Forget about living in this hotel, I won't even want to live on any hotels in the same block as it felt risky and scary.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very very bad hotel

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Has good period styling It was dirty and the staff are cold and not very helpful

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Was good 👍

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location. Rooms were clean. Offsite parking for 49$. Rooms are really quite small. Very very slow and busy elevators. Phone didn’t work to call front desk. We kept being told someone would bring up a mini fridge to our room for our medications however it never got brought up and eventually after asking all day was told that they must be out. They did not follow up with us or offer us ice in the meantime.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I took my kids on a summer trip to Chicago and stayed at Freehand. Was perfect location and they loved the bunk beds. The private quad was perfect for us. Close to everything.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    One of the curtains had two very questionable looking stains on it

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    In the bathroom, while there is liquid hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, the bottles were broken and there was no lotion, a staple in any business hotel. When the staff cleaned the room, they took the towels but didn't leave fresh ones until we asked.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel was dark and dingy. The room was small, dark, the curtains were old and dirty, the carpet needed a good clean. The bathroom was so small. The only thing positive was the bed was comfortable and the hotel location was close to the river.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    the bathroom was adorable, the rooms were dusty and outdated. also had a stained bath towel and no garbage bags for the can. 3/10 recommend

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nice vibes, private quad was nice for my group. Water was hot n stayed hot. In DT so if you're a light sleeper it probably isn't the best but if you're a heavy sleeper like me it's fine.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This is an old hotel in Chicago. Not fancy but really hip. It's a hostel style, but I had a single room. Walked in and was greeted by friendly, helpful assistance. The place is all dark wood and dimly lit with some whimsy. They seemed to have a happening lounge. I just peeked in as I was headed out for the evening to see Weird Al. I thought it was a pretty cool hotel. I liked the ghost sign that said Tokyo Hotel underneath the Freehand sign. Bally's casino is right across the street. You won't be bored in this location. I'd stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room did not have any lotion or toothpaste, and the sheets were dirty. I felt the room was not as clean for the price I paid.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The cutest stay ever!

Frequently asked questions about Freehand Chicago

Does Freehand Chicago have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Freehand Chicago offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Freehand Chicago offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Freehand Chicago.
Does Freehand Chicago have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Freehand Chicago offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Freehand Chicago have a fitness center?
Yes, Freehand Chicago features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is Freehand Chicago located, and how walkable is the area?
Freehand Chicago is located at 19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Freehand Chicago
  • Trump International Hotel and Tower 0.2 mi
  • Chicago Merchandise Mart 0.5 mi
  • 875 North Michigan Avenue 0.5 mi
  • Aon Center 0.6 mi
  • Art Institute of Chicago 0.9 mi
  • Haymarket affair 1.0 mi
  • Willis Tower 1.0 mi

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