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Freehand Chicago

3.8(2,958)
Hotel

About

Freehand Chicago blends vintage 1920s Art Deco charm with a bohemian edge in the heart of River North, steps from the city’s top galleries and restaurants. Designed by Roman and Williams, its rooms feature custom artwork and cozy bedding, creating a creative yet comfortable setting for business travelers.

The hotel’s Broken Shaker bar offers a lively spot for networking over inventive cocktails infused with garden herbs and global spices. With versatile communal spaces and easy access to downtown, Freehand Chicago supports both productive meetings and relaxed after-hours gatherings.

Best for

  • Creative team offsites in a vintage Art Deco setting
  • Multi-night group stays near River North business hubs
  • Casual client drinks with inventive cocktails

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Architecture & Design
Restored 1920s Art Deco building with custom artwork
Housed in a classic 1927 building designed by Roman and Williams, featuring custom-commissioned artwork by Bard College students and alumni, blending historic charm with contemporary style in Chicago’s River North.
Food & Beverage
Broken Shaker bar with street-food inspired menu
Offers a diverse menu of street-food inspired dishes and inventive cocktails made with garden herbs, spices, and exotic ingredients, providing a distinctive hospitality experience on-site.

At a glance

Rated 3.8 on Google · 2,958 reviews