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Our top choices for River Forest hostels

A colorful storefront with a sign for 'Studio 124' and 'Photo Studio'.

1. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"I will recommend this place to any traveler that doesn’t wanna pay an arm and a leg this place is clean. Staff is quick to answer. Five out of five stars in my book."
United States
Rafael
The price is CA $59
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
STAY
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall with artwork.

2. Grand House

Grand House
2.0 star property
West Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Overall great location. However, the price was high compared to the service and amenities."
United States
Sharif
The price is CA $87
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Grand House
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

3. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,469 reviews)
"Clean and fun hostel!"
United States
Nabil
The price is CA $101
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
HI Chicago Hostel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

4. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (564 reviews)
"Nice place, recommended."
United States
Krasimir
The price is CA $167
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
A buffet table with various food items including fruits, waffles, and condiments.

5. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Shelly
The price is CA $143
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Wrigley Hostel
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Top River Forest Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, comfortable, easy checkin and out. Room service dinner didnt get order correct but did refund missing items. Great location. Bathroom door creaked, heard the neighbours clearly.. no parking and closest was the lot behind hotel, $65/day, not secure at all. Would stay again if i didnt have an adjoining room and found more reassuring parking."
Royden 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Congress Plaza Hotel

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River Forest Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,314
Accommodation
7 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $118
Highest Price
CA $196

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in River Forest?
Our travelers like these places to stay in the area, and they may have budget-friendly room rates: River Hotel - 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the heart of River Forest. Located within a 5-minute walk of Michigan Avenue. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Congress Plaza Hotel - 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from the heart of River Forest. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in River Forest?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. The snowiest months in River Forest are January, November, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in River Forest?
In general, River Forest is known for its forests, architecture, and rivers. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Soldier Field, and Navy Pier. Get out into nature with places like Trailside Museum of Natural History, Millennium Park, and Grant Park. Cultural attractions include Ernest Hemingway Museum and House, Copernicus Center, and Rosemont Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around River Forest while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in River Forest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 7.2 mi (11.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), located 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. If you're eager to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to River Forest Station to hop on a train.

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