Pros (+) NEARLY EVERYTHING
Cons (-) The bed was a little wonky
4 stars
Freehand Chicago
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Overview
Art Deco Chicago hotel in Downtown Chicago with a 24-hour fitness center A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking. Freehand Chicago offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
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Amenities at Freehand Chicago
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee shop
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Shower chair
- Accessible by lift
- Hypoallergenic
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by lift
- Designated smoking area
Bathroom
- Shared toilet
- Shower
- Additional bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Room service
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
General
- Family rooms
- Sofa
- Lockers
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Tile/marble floor
- City view
- Storage available
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Coffee shop
Things to do
- Beach access
- Evening entertainment
- Night club
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Parking and transportation
- Parking
Bedroom
- Socket near the bed
Workspace
- Laptop safe
Family friendly
- Cribs available
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of Freehand Chicago
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Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location, highlighting its proximity to attractions and restaurants. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the small room sizes, cleanliness issues, and the lack of amenities, often comparing it to a hostel rather than a traditional hotel. The vibe was noted as eclectic, appealing to younger guests, but not ideal for older visitors.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) The atmosphere at Freehand was excellent. Everything from the decor to the staff was super welcoming. I would stay there again.
Cons (-) The only downside we’re the rooms were a little small. I don’t mind small rooms but with two people it made it a little difficult to navigate around.
Pros (+) Location is perfect. Down town close to all transportation. Price was reasonable. Staff was very pleasant and accommodating.
Cons (-) Window in room didn’t open and no air circulation.
Pros (+) Great location - within walking distance of many attractions, like The House of Blue, Chicago Riverwalk, Magnificent Mile, and eateries. Also conveniently located for public transportation - within one block of the "L" System and close to many bus lines. Trendy - not your conventional décor. The tiles in the shower set it apart from molded walls in many hotels. Argan line of toiletries provided. F...
Cons (-) Our room was tight. The queen bed pretty much took up the whole space. Not a lot of surface on which to put things. Small closet had only two hangers. My husband did not find the bed comfortable - the mattress was relatively thin and on a platform (instead of box spring).
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Pros (+) great location, very funky bar and set up on first floor, clean spaces and a fun experience with lots of young travelers visiting chicago so it has a great international feel to it. almost like a high end youth hostel in a way
Cons (-) got quite a bit of an attitude with first reception at desk... but next morning, a different person at front desk was terrific. free breakfast doesn't really include many options
Pros (+) The Freehand is a place that my fiance and I visit at least once annual (anniversary) and we decided to come back again! Always a pleasant stay, really nice staff, and lovely decor and overall vibe. LOVE the Freehand!
Pros (+) fantastic location. easy access to public transportation, especially for rides to/from o’hare. walkable to activities/locations like millennium park, river walk, shopping, etc. cleaning staff is pretty thorough in keeping the room and bathroom clean and tidy.
Cons (-) front desk staff could be friendlier and more helpful. breakfast can be improved— food offerings and how it is served. it was chaotic trying to get my bread toasted and coffee poured into a cup.
Pros (+) Best bed! Very comfortable
Pros (+) Staff was sympathetic and helpful. The location and both the restaurant and cafe in the lobby were awesome.
Cons (-) They were having a lot of maintenance issues during our stay. Pipes broke in the rooms next to us so the fire escape doors were open. Our heating/cooling system didn't work in our room and the best they could do was give us a fan and some drink tickets. The icing on the cake was being harassed by two bros in the elevator.
Cons (-) Being as I did not have a credit card I was NOT allowed to check in and my mother paid for it on line and is now being told she can not get a refund
Location
19 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60611
What's nearby
- Michigan Avenue377 m
- Magnificent Mile382 m
- Michigan Avenue Bridge0.5 km
- Museum of Contemporary Art0.7 km
- River North0.7 km
- Chicago Theater0.8 km
- Millennium Park1.1 km
- Art Institute of Chicago1.5 km
- Willis Tower1.7 km
- Chicago Board of Trade Building1.7 km
- Grant Park1.9 km
- Navy Pier2 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Freehand Chicago
Low season | May |
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High season | September |
Average price (weeknight) | AED 217 |
Average price (weekend night) | AED 215 |
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Value for money | 7.6 |
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Distance to city centre | 1.9 km |
Nearest airport | Chicago Midway |
Distance to airport | 15.3 km |