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24 E. Congress Pkwy., South Loop, Chicago, IL 60605
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“Fun place - "El" hell”

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4 of 5 stars
Sorsha   9 contributions
Prato
Apr 12, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Had a great time at the hostel in Chicago. As far as hostels in the US go this one of the most well-equipped and pro-active in terms of organising activities. The volunteer organisers were enthusastic and took us on a fab night out where I met loads of new people. There was also a brilliant information area with literature and advisors.
It's a massive place. i was lucky to be put in a room with only 1 set of bunk beds and got on well with my room-mate. There was a spacious common area outside the room. The neighbours were a bit rowdy but obviously that's nothing against the hostel.
Breakfast was good. There were several internet points. Only downside was the noisy train line straight outside the window which led to sleepless nights.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay May 2008
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Solo Traveler
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since July 25, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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“Nice hostel, so-so location, outrageous parking fees”

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3 of 5 stars
JohnTravels   50 contributions
Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin
Feb 14, 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel

Inside it's a nice hostel, clean and friendly. However I had a room that faced onto the "El" train line, which was very loud almost all night long. And it cost me $27!!!!! to park across the street-- and that was a discounted rate! If you ask for a room away from the El, and don't have to park a car, it would be fine.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay February 2009
  • Visit was for Business
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since March 08, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
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“very good location - young athmosphere”

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4 of 5 stars
rigoferi   7 contributions
Dublin
Feb 9, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We found this place by the information point on O'Hare Intl. Airport.
It's good location (walking distance from: Millenium Park, Aquarium, Sears Tower, Greyhound station...)
There is a good bagel factory on the cornen.
The staff were very heplfull.
The price was a bit high (if you compare with other hostel prices)
I absolutely recommend this place to young persons.

  • Liked — the palce, and so many young people
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay September 2006
  • Visit was for Other
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since February 09, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine
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“Great Place”

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5 of 5 stars
Elizabethm85   9 contributions
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Jan 19, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

We stayed at the HI Chicago right after Christmas till after New Years. It is in a great location, right downtown, near busses to get everywhere. The place itself is really eclectic, clean, and was really quiet and relaxing given the time of year we visited. Nice Kitchen and other common areas.

  • Liked — Location, price
  • Disliked — Poor wireless signal
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 18-24
  • Member since January 18, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Other
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“Good hostel but a bit quiet”

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4 of 5 stars
vetinari   2 contributions
Boston
Aug 12, 2008
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This is a decent enough hostel. Property is in very good condition and there is free internet in the lobby area. There is also games like ping pong, a pool table and table football to play.

Despite the decent amenities the atmosphere in the hostel is quite mooted. I'm more used to hostels where groups of people head out at night time to clubs and bars. This is definitely a more family non drinking oriented hostel.

Despite that, its still good value for the money.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay August 2008
  • Member since August 12, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
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24 E. Congress Pkwy., South Loop, Chicago, IL 60605