Hostels in Chicago

By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your money for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theatres and museums.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start looking: Chicago Getaway Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park Zoo. Property features include a 24-hour front desk, an arcade/games room and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels and linens in all rooms. HI Chicago - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Harold Washington Library Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Wrigley Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Wrigley Field. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, TVs and linens in all rooms. Chicago Parthenon Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Illinois Chicago. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers.

If you’re searching for an affordable place to stay in Chicago, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. Average annual precipitation for Chicago is 1260 mm.

Generally, Chicago is known for its skyscrapers, theatres and architecture. Major attractions include Grant Park, Navy Pier and Wrigley Field. Get out into nature with places such as Millennium Park, Lake Michigan and Maggie Daley Park. Cultural attractions include Art Institute of Chicago, CIBC Theatre and Symphony Center.

Keep this information about transit options in Chicago in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. An alternative is Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), located 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Monroe Station (Red Line), Monroe Station (Blue Line) and Adams-Wabash Station. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station or Chicago Union Station.