Hostel Spotlight: HI-Chicago

Located in the center of downtown, HI-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. The hostel is SO well located in fact, that it won the 2010 Award for Best Location by Hostelbookers!

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.

Free Breakfast!

All guests receive free breakfast from 7:30am to 9:30am in the large dining area.  The breakfast buffet includes bagels, muffins, cereal, fruit, coffee, tea and juice.  Travelers at HI-Chicago can begin their Chicago adventure with a good breakfast and a great opportunity to meet other hostellers and swap suggestions for the day ahead.

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/hour.

The hostel has capacity for 500 guests and friendly staff to help you explore Chicago! We are open to serve you 24 hours a day, every day of the year. We look forward to meeting you and showing you OUR Chicago!

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