Descriptions Hotel Hostelling International Chicago
Located in the center of downtown Chicago and in the heart of Chicago’s thriving education district. Hostelling International Chicago is very close to Lake Michigan and within walking distance of Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium. Our neighborhood is safe, fun and easy to get to from anywhere in Chicago. Activities from the hostel include free walking tours and excursions throughout the city. You will also receive discounts to many of Chicago's best attractions, including Chicago Architecture Foundation, Bobby's Bike Hike, Sears Tower and Hancock Observatory. The hostel has capacity for 500 guests and facilities include internet access, laundry and friendly staff to help you explore Chicago! We are open to serve you 24 hours a day, every day of the year.Want a little more privacy?Reserve one of our updated semi-private rooms. Set up like a small apartment, these rooms feature a full size bed with a single size bunk above in your own private bedroom, a shared bathroom&small living room to relax in.Free Breakfast!All guests receive free breakfast from 7:30am to 9:30am in the large dining area. Breakfast includes bagels, muffins, cereal, fruit, coffee and juice. Travelers at Hosteling International Chicago start their exploration of the city with a good breakfast and a great opportunity to meet each other to share suggestions.FREE WiFi!Do you travel with a WiFi enabled laptop, pda, phone or other gadget? The entire common area on the 2nd floor of the hostel has free internet access through WiFi. Coverage extends through the lobby, library, meeting rooms and dining area. If you don’t have your own computer, the hostel has internet kiosks for you to use for $6.00/hourBook fast for big Weekends in Chicago!!TAXES15.4% city and state taxes are not included in the room price.
Thank you to our guests! HI-Chicago received the 2006 & 2007 Best Large Hostel in the world from Hostelworld.com because of your support and ratings in 2006 & 2007. The staff at HI-Chicago work hard to make your hostel experience the best, and we will do everything that we can to make your stay in Chicago fun and memorable. What are the guidebooks saying? Lonely Planet, Chicago City Guide: “Opened in 2000, this bright and cheery place offers Chicago's best hostelling option, with a super-convenient location in the Loop.” The Rough Guide to Chicago:Authors Pick. “Well run and meticulously clean, this modern 500-bed hostel on the Loop’s southern edge has dorms sleeping six to ten.” HI-Chicago Details Check into HI-Chicago and get the most for your money!!! Check out the photos of the hostel on the right side, just click on the thumbnails. Located in the center of the city, HI-Chicago is a 500-bed hostel offering guests safe, clean, quality accommodations near major attractions and public transportation. The hostel is within walking distance of the Sears Tower, Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, the Art Institute, most major museums, and Michigan Avenue. Staff and volunteers lead hostellers in city tours and outings to blues and jazz clubs, major festivals, and other popular local activities. Hostelling International is a non-profit membership based organization, promoting peace through hostelling since 1909. Non-members pay a $3 non-membership fee per night upon check-in. • 24 hour access, 365 days a year, NO CURFEW • 24 hour luggage storage and 24 hour security • Great knowledgeable staff and volunteers to assist you • FREE maps of Chicago, and discounts to museums and attractions • FREE guided tours of the city • Recommendations on restaurants, clubs and events • FREE linens, towels, pillows and blankets provided for all guests • International standards for comfort, cleanliness and security • Lockers in your room, please bring a lock with you • Computers with internet access in the lobby, also wi-fi in lobby, $6 per hour • Big self-service kitchen and self-service laundry • Fully wheelchair accessible • NO age restrictions, all ages welcome, under 18 must be accompanied by adult Tax not included in the rate: tax is 15.4% each night, if non member need to pay $ 3.00 more for each night Come to Chicago and enjoy your stay at the Best Large Hostel in the world!
