Find Cheap Hostels in Chicago

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests 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/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels and bed sheets in all rooms. HI Chicago - Hostel - Close to public transit, 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 bed sheets 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 in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Chicago, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. Average annual precipitation for Chicago is 50 inches.

Overall, Chicago is known for its skyscrapers, theaters, and architecture. Major attractions include Grant Park, Navy Pier, and Wrigley Field. Get out into nature with places like 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 Intl. Airport (ORD), which is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit to get around. Nearby metro stations include Monroe Station (Red Line), Monroe Station (Blue Line), and Adams-Wabash Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Millennium Station, Chicago Van Buren Street Station, or Chicago Union Station.