Hostels in Chicago, USA

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Get to know Chicago (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Chicago.

 "The Silver Bean"

Chicago is situated on the shore of Lake Michigan and is a major transportation and financial hub in the United States. If you are looking for a hostel in Chicago, there are a couple of boroughs that you should consider for your stay. The Loop is the geographical center and contains lots of theatres, shopping strips, and the famous Millennium Park. Old Town has lots of nightlife spots, while Gold Coast boasts with beautiful Victorian villas. If you like to stay where the hip and artsy people are, you could choose a hostel in River North with its accumulation of edgy art galleries and cheap eateries.

If you are flying into O’Hare Airport, do not get lost since this is one of the busiest and largest airports in the world. Getting to the city center is possible via subway. Midway Airport is closer to the city center and accessible by train. Getting around in Chicago is easy since there is an extensive public transport system in place. Chicago’s Union Station is also one of the major hubs for long distance Amtrak train, so you can get anywhere in the US.

While in Chicago, take a walk in Millennium Park and gaze at the fascinating Cloud Gate sculpture. Visit the renowned Art Institute of Chicago and catch a performance of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, one of the finest orchestras in the world. Do some serious shopping on the Magnificent Mile and eat some authentic Chicago-style pizza. At nighttime, join the locals and dive into Chicago’s vibrant nightlife (don't worry, most hostels in Chicago don't have a curfew).

Written by local enthusiast for Chicago hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Chicago hostels Mona

Chicago Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Chicago, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 8
Average dorm price $60
Average private room price $221
Cheapest hostel in Chicago Chicago Getaway Hostel with $38.5
Party hostels in Chicago Wrigley Hostel (3 in total)
Most Chicago hostels are located in Downtown, Park West, Boystown
Average rating of all hostels 7.4

FAQ about Chicago Hostels

We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Chicago. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?

A hostel in Chicago costs $60 for a dorm. A private room in a hostel in Chicago costs $221. (based on Hostelz.com price comparison)
The only website listing all 8 Hostels in Chicago is Hostelz.com. We are a specialized hostel price comparison.
Freehand is the best hostel in Chicago for couples.
HI - Chicago Hostel is the best rated hostel in Chicago for female solo travellers.
Hostelz.com compares prices for 8 hostels in Chicago, USA. We list for you other cheap places to stay in Chicago such as
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This makes Hostelz.com the best place to find cheap accommodation in Chicago.

Wrigley Hostel is the best hostel for partying in Chicago.

It offers: Pub Crawls, Bar.

7 Best Hostels in Chicago with Private Rooms

7 Best Hostels in Chicago with Private Rooms

5 Best Hostels in Chicago

5 Best Hostels in Chicago

7 Cheapest Hostels in Chicago

7 Cheapest Hostels in Chicago

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Travel Tips for Chicago - from the Community

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