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- Airport shuttle provided
- Avg. Group Discount of 5.9%!
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 215 rooms in property
- Hotel has 17 floors
- Hotel has 2 suites
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local attractions
Located in the heart of downtown, River North neighborhood. 2 blocks from Mag Mile (shopping), 2 blocks from the Chicago Riverwalk and right in the heart of a multitude of fine dining restaurants, bars and nightlife.
Map Location of Freehand Chicago
Verified reviews of Freehand Chicago
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently: "Great location near the river."
Overall score3.0/ 5
This hotel is located in a great part of Chicago, walking distance to the river.
Daniel M. (Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from 
24-Aug-2024 Verified review, stayed from Sat Aug 17 to Fri Aug 23 2024 at a $353.99 average nightly rate. 
Property description
Located in the heart of the Windy City, Freehand offers private & shared accommodation, dynamic food & beverage and a relaxed community vibe. Freehand Chicago is housed in a classic 1927 building in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood - home to some of the city's best art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Inside, we've collaborated with acclaimed design firm Roman and Williams to transform the former Tokyo Hotel. Expect innovative design, affordable shared and private rooms, and a comfortable community atmosphere.The visionaries behind the Broken Shaker brought a whole new look toChicago. Our second outpost features handcrafted cocktails tocompliment our diverse street-food inspired menu. You'll find perfect blendof local ingredients and international flavors.Café Integral is serving up exceptional Nicaraguan coffee, artisanal light fare,coffee-infused cocktails and “Mesoamerican comfort food” to accompany thechill vibe of the hip Freehand Hotel.
Green sustainability
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Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: | 3:00 PM |
| Check-out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of last renovation: | 2015 |
| Floors: | 17 |
| Rooms: | 215 |
| Corridors: | All rooms have interior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: | 215 |
| Rooms with disabled access: | |
| Suites: | 2 |
| Room windows: | Windows do open |
| Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting rooms: | 1 |
| Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | 0.3 Miles |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar hours: | 4 PM - 1 AM |
| Ownership: | Generator |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hours prior to arrival | |
| Nightly parking: | 41.0 |
| Typical group deposit: | 30% |
| Total taxes: | 17.40% |
| Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 11.90% |
| City Tax: | 4.50% |
| Country Tax: | 1.00% |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Concierge service
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Games room
- Golf course on hotel grounds
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Restaurant
- Shower
Airport & shuttle information
O`Hare International Airport (17 miles), Chicago Midway Airport (13 miles)
Is there an airport shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.Breakfast information
Café Integral is serving up exceptional Nicaraguan coffee, artisanal light fare,coffee-infused cocktails and “Mesoamerican comfort food” to accompany thechill vibe of the hip Freehand Hotel.Average cost for breakfast is $8
Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry but pets are not allowed.Parking information
Garage parking, $39/day with in and out priviledges.
Internet/Wi-Fi
Freehand Chicago offers complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi to its guests both in public spaces and private rooms.
Cleaning policies
Hand Sanitizers are in all public space areas.
Suggested AI generated itinerary
- Breakfast: Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Gourmet breakfast and brunch spot, 0.5 miles from hotel
- Lunch: The Purple Pig - Mediterranean and Italian small plates, 0.3 miles from hotel
- Dinner: Giordano's - Famous for deep-dish pizza, 0.2 miles from hotel
- Activity: Millennium Park - Iconic public park known for the Cloud Gate sculpture, 0.7 miles from hotel
- Breakfast: Eggy's Diner - Casual American breakfast and lunch spot, 1.2 miles from hotel
- Lunch: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - Well-known for Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, 0.4 miles from hotel
- Dinner: Alinea - High-end dining experience, 4.5 miles from hotel
- Activity: Art Institute of Chicago - Renowned art museum with vast collections, 0.8 miles from hotel
- Breakfast: Beatrix - Modern American restaurant and coffeehouse, 0.6 miles from hotel
- Lunch: Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Upscale seafood and steakhouse, 0.5 miles from hotel
- Dinner: The Signature Room at the 95th - Elegant dining with city views, 1 mile from hotel
- Activity: Navy Pier - Iconic waterfront entertainment complex, 1.5 miles from hotel
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Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Freehand Chicago
This chart illustrates seasonality of sleeping room prices for both our group quotes and the best online individual traveler rates we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The best group deal shown is 10.6% in February 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $208 in the month of October 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Freehand Chicago in a month when rates are lower.
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FAQs about Freehand Chicago
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Freehand Chicago have?
There are 215 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Freehand Chicago?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Freehand Chicago?
Café Integral is serving up exceptional Nicaraguan coffee, artisanal light fare,coffee-infused cocktails and “Mesoamerican comfort food” to accompany thechill vibe of the hip Freehand Hotel.Average cost for breakfast is $8
What parking is available at Freehand Chicago?
Garage parking, $39/day with in and out priviledges.
How much does internet cost?
Freehand Chicago offers complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi to its guests both in public spaces and private rooms.
Is there a gym at Freehand Chicago?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Can I get a group rate at Freehand Chicago?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 5.9%.
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