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H.I. Chicago Hostel Reviews

24 East Congress Parkway, Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA

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90%Overall Rating

From 128 ratings
  • 85%Character
  • 93%Security
  • 97%Location
  • 88%Staff
  • 85%Atmosphere
  • 90%Cleanliness

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83%

Staff were very helpful when prompted. Pillows were amazing, the hostel was very clean, but lacked some character. For a large hostel overall very good.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


93%

This hostel was perfectly located. So close to millenium park. The personel wfas so nice, answering our requests with a smile in the face. The rooms were sooo big, with so many space between the beds, and each bed with a locker. The beds were confortable and the sheets cleans. I would recommend 100% to book in this hostel. I would repeat if i have the opportunity to go again to Chicago.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Spain
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


80%

Bed lamp can\'t be switched on. Staff needs to double check on that after any traveller check out.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


100%

Best hostel I've ever stayed at. Great size room, super comfortable bed, very secure as they provide lockers and each floor can only be accessed by those living on it. Close location to metro, downtown and excellent bars/clubs only two train stops away. Don't hesitate to book here.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


77%

It was a great stay and the location and facilities were excellent. However, the staff was not very helpful. They did answer my questions but they seemed not willing to. Also, one of the cleaning lady was extremely rude. I was taking a nap in my room and she stormed into the room and started vacuuming. I asked her if she would like to come back later but she replied rudely and blamed me for taking a nap in the afternoon! This lady ruined my day!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

Everything is good, but only I am inconvenienced by not having enough shower booth. I already miss Chicago!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • South Korea
  • Male 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


87%

I always enjoy my stay at the hostel when I visit Chicago.The staff are always helpful and location is central enough and close to metro and bus routes.It is also clean and value for money.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 06 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 31-40
  • (2 reviews)


100%

This is one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. It is excellent in location, educational and fun activities, cleanliness, frendliness of staff, social environment and comfortable dorm and bed. I love this hostel and the staff! Nice breakfast and it is great having tea and coffee continually available and being invited to the free meals of cultural kitchen. This hostel is also very active in and highly committed to social and humanitarian projects. I love this hostel and its staff!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


100%

Great Hostel

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


77%

well quite good for a hi even if it still not a good address for those who want to meet people.


60%

My room was filled with older people who complained about me coming in late after a night out. Hostels should not be this way. Also, I was always cold at night. The blankets were far too thin and lumpy. If you are looking to hang out w/ young people, go out, party, etc, this hostel is NOT the right place. They have no age restrictions (to young & old). The peopel there were either high school kids or people above their 40's. Not the best place to go to hang out.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • South Korea
  • Female 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


100%

Over my expectation. Perfect location and security was my worry at first but they had a big locker in each room and outside also (useful if you check out and want to store your bags), rooms are big, free wifi, free breakfast, computer room, games room... ok just perfect.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


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