Chicago Getaway Hostel Reviews

Being a 69 year old senior citizen made the upper bunk a nightmare. The ladders were not meant to be climbed in bare feet. Do you have a policy for the handicapped? I know your geared to the young but other than this shortfall, the stay was very pleasant.

We were checked in by DJ on reception, he was really friendly and chatty. Really nice guy! Breakfast was very good, maybe could add some juice. The pub crawl was well organised and we had alot of fun. It was a bit confusing at first trying to find the hostel. Would definitely stay here again.

There is just something about this hostel that keeps bringing me back. So easy to meet other guests, the place is clean and tidy, great social areas, plenty of hostel based activities to do and the hostel staff are amazing. Sierra & DJ lead the coolest pub crawls and Jason and Mat are exceptional hosts. Rooms & Beds make you feel welcome along with huge lockers to store all your stuff. Close to bars to clubs, and a short walk to the nearest 'L' stop! can't wait to go back.

Chicago Getaway Hostel truly lived up to what others have said about it. Clean, bright and so pleasant. The location is wonderful and I was impressed by the landscaping-at a hostel-wow. Such a cool place to stay. I'll return when in Chicago.

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It was my second stay. First was about 10 weeks before. First stay was very good and made second stay even better.

I like this hostel. It's my first and only choice when I am visiting Chicago.

is it possible to separate bathroom and toilet room in dormentary accomodation??

I really enjoyed my stay here. The bathroom was very clean. I was a big fan of the free breakfast and free dinner on Sunday. The staff was super helpful. Free towels are always a plus. It was my friend's first stay in a hostel and I was worried that he wouldn't like it. He was thrilled with the place. The only negative is that the beds are ridiculously squeaky!

The location near the Fullerton CTA station made travel to downtown easy. The hostel itself did its job well, and the bar crawl was a nice touch. I would definitely consider staying here again.

It's a lovely place to stay while exploring Chicago. Yes, it's a bit out of town, but you can easily take a CTA train to the Loop, and there are plenty of things to do near Lincoln Park too. A really nice hostel, and the staff goes out of there way to make you feel at home.

One of d best Hostel i've ever seen :)

Great hostel! I liked staying there! Everybody was open and friendly.

One of the best youth hostels probably in the entire world..highly recommended for every one who likes to stay in Chicago economically..the only disadvantage i will say quiet far from o hare international airport if you are taking train route otherwise cab will take only 20 minutes with 33 dollars charge

You said about the taxes!!!

Best beeakfast ever, save location

I had a great stay in the Hostel and would recommend to other!

Beautiful hostel, very clean, very well kept. It's located in the safest neighborhood of Chicago, 10-15 min by train to downtown. Bring a padlock and buy some food in the closeby supermarket and you'll be all set for a great and very cheap stay !

NIce clean hostel, good neighborhood, polite and professional staff

Staff was pretty friendly and helpful. They also offer a lot of activities every day and night, even free dinner from time to time (i think on sundays).