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Chicago Parthenon Hostel

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Interior
Private Family Room (1 King plus Bunk Bed) - Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Staircase

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
$139
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

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310 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60661
  • Place, University of Illinois Chicago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 311 S Wacker Dr
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Willis Tower
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Queen Room - Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Room - Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Bed in 8 Bed Male Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in 8 Bed Female Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Two Bed (2 Twin Beds) - Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Two Bed (2 Twin Beds) - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in 6 Bed Male Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in 4 Bed Male Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in 4 Bed Female Dormitory Room-Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Family Room (1 King plus Bunk Bed) - Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Family Room (1 King plus Bunk Bed) - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Single Room (Max. 1 Guest) - Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Hostel in Downtown Chicago
Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include concierge services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Housekeeping is available on request.
Chicago Parthenon Hostel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include showers. This Chicago hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Chicago Parthenon Hostel features a library, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Chicago hostel also offers coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and a communal living room.

Chicago Parthenon Hostel is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 10 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25 per day (600 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 3 percent
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 20 mi (32 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult and are not allowed in the dorms.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Chicago Parthenon Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 443 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, less expensive then other hotel options. We will thought it was a bit expensive for a hostel but we had our own room so that was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

nikki

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the woman’s bathroom has absolutely no lock on it. not even the showers. anyone of the other guest can simply walk in if cameras aren’t watching 24/7. i looked past the extremely small room, almost as if i was in jail, not even a tv lol . just to go use the bathroom and was in total disbelief. but i can say it was good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ellie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to train depot

Good location close to train depot 10 min walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at this hostel! The location is right in the center of Chicago, which made it super easy to get around and explore the city. Public transportation access was excellent, so I could quickly get to all the main attractions and neighborhoods I wanted to visit. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and it really captured the magic of being in Chicago. Overall, a convenient and enjoyable place to stay—I’d definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the city.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't seem to be able to open the windows for fresh air at all, so at night with 6+ dudes sleeping in a room it gets pretty warm... And it smelled badly of BO the entire time every hour of the day. Other than that it was decent, pretty clean bathrooms and showers, in a good area with grocery stores nearby which is very convenient. Pretty close to everything downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Divena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my first hostel experience so I don't have anything to compare it to, but the staff were friendly and great at giving recommendations. I also felt safe, didn't have to worry about my stuff being stolen, and it was pretty clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So good access to transportation, easy to airport, very walkable zone, the personal is the best
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Amenities
Very nice setting. Bathroom is very clean.
Front entrance
Cool staircases
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is pretty nice, definitely older but everything that should remain updated (security, bathrooms, bedding. etc) has been updated. I stayed in a 4 person female dorm, there’s a small locker (BYO lock if you feel it necessary) and some pegs for hanging clothes or towels. There are also little cubbies for you to charge your phone, and mine was close enough to the top bunk I could just roll over and go to bed not climb all the way down to charge my phone, which I loved. I was initially scared I’d break the top bunk (I’m big) but those things are sturdy, I was fine. There is no elevator so be prepared to haul everything you have with you up several flights of stairs, and if you are in shared accommodation there will be soap + shampoo/conditioner but nothin else. The room doors also stick (they’re old so I assume they’ve swollen up a bit) so trying to enter quietly late at night is impossible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kailee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff were very pleasant! The lock on my door did not actually lock and would open without a key, however.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safe & Positive Experience

We had a great experience at the Chicago Parthenon Hostel! One of the best surprises was the parking—there are three free street spots right in front of the hostel, and we were lucky enough to snag one! There’s also side street parking available, or you can use Parking Hero for a nearby lot if needed. Joel at the front desk was so sweet and helpful—when we were heading out to dinner in the rain, he even offered us his umbrella! That kind of thoughtful gesture really added to the sense of community the hostel gives off. The shared bathrooms and showers were in pristine condition, which made the stay extra comfortable. Our room was bare bones, but perfectly fine for a one-night stay. The mattress was firm, and the pillows were surprisingly great quality. On the first floor, there’s a cozy communal room with free coffee and tea, a microwave, and even a TV. Someone was playing guitar a bit later than I would’ve liked, but overall, we felt safe throughout our stay, and while it’s simple, the hostel checks all the boxes if you’re looking for affordable, clean, and community-oriented lodging in great area in Greek Town / Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Just felt really welcome. The people that stayed there were helpful and joyful full of conversation. Just need to experience and meet other people while we are on our own vacation. We will be back. Thank you so much. We had a great time.
UFC 319 at the United Center.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Location of the property to UIC, Greektown and the CTA was Spot On. Manage your expectations and you'll enjoy the property for the price you paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun-Hyun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is adequate, but I must mark it down for three basic amenities: 1. Air-conditioning is excluded from the bedroom. Imagine the rank smell of 8 adults with closed-up windows and a ceiling fan. The room lacked sufficient air circulation, making it difficult to breathe and possibly unsafe. 2. The internet connection is so weak that no browser works properly. I tried three on my laptop, and other guests in the common area confirmed this problem. 3. The hostel's kitchenette had missing items. It had no utensils, yet it had a portable heating unit while lacking pots/pans and other necessary kitchenware.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akyra

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty good. Some of the bathrooms needed some fixing though. (I noticed a broken stall latch for the men's toilet upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman working the desk was very helpful in helping me find the place and he printed out my parking pass for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025