When lived in Chicago, I’d often stop in the Freehand Hotels location there for a quick latte or Americano at their onsite coffee shop, Café Integral, before heading out to brunch in River North or a shopping excursion on Michigan Avenue. Sometimes, I’d choose stay a while and grab a bite to eat as well just to watch the eclectic mix of guests come in and out.
What I love about Freehand Hotels is the social environment. Board games are set out in the lobby to play, and you can feel an overall youthful, transient vibe in the atmosphere. The design-forward spaces are friendly, warm, and almost bohemian. With four locations now in major cities across the U.S., this property chain has firmly established itself not only as a lodging option, but as a destination for travelers and locals alike.
The hotel’s signature bar, Broken Shaker, is an available option at every Freehand Hotels location. It’s a great place to unwind for one last nightcap after a long day playing tourist. I remember a great Old Cuban cocktail at the New York City location that I still think about to this day. What the properties are really know for, however, are their hostel-like accommodations for those on a budget. While regular guest rooms (and even suites) are offered at every location, bunks are available too in shared dorm rooms. This is a great budget-friendly option that will allow you to stay in a central location at a safe property rich with amenities without having to pay standard hotel prices. Just be prepared to share the bathroom.
Airline staff and crew can now save 15% off the best and least restrictive publicly available rate at all Freehand Hotels locations. See below for more details on each property, including links to our listings for booking instructions.
Freehand Miami
Freehand Miami
Where innovative design and a social culture meet, Freehand Miami is a destination in and of itself amidst the sun, sand, and surf of Miami Beach. Choose from a variety of accommodation options, from private guest rooms and suites to shared, hostel-like bunks. The beach is only a couple minutes away by foot, and Miami’s hottest shopping, dining, and entertainment options are a bit further. After a day spent exploring the neighborhood, come back and enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at Broken Shaker in the hotel’s own backyard oasis.
Airline employees can save 15% off the best and least restrictive publicly available rate. Click here for booking instructions.
Freehand New York
Freehand New York
Housed in the former George Washington Hotel, Freehand New York offers guests an immersive experience into the city’s art and social scene. Choose from a variety of accommodation options, from private guest rooms and suites to shared, hostel-like bunks. With a Flatiron location, you’re just steps from everything the city has to offer. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for within walking distance, transit stops are just around the corner. Just be sure to come back for a handcrafted cocktail at Broken Shaker, the Freehand’s iconic bar experience.
Airline employees can save 15% off the best and least restrictive publicly available rate. Click here for booking instructions.
Freehand Chicago
Freehand Chicago
Where innovative design and a social culture meet, Freehand Chicago provides beautiful guest spaces and creative food and beverage options in Chicago’s premier neighborhood. Choose from a variety of accommodation options, from deluxe queen guest rooms to a bed in shared, hostel-like quad rooms. With the all the shopping, dining, and entertainment options of Michigan Avenue just steps away, you’re in an ideal spot to embark on a Windy City adventure. In the mornings, enjoy a hot beverage at Cafe Integral before heading out. By night, be sure to stop by Broken Shaker for a handcrafted cocktail (or four).
Airline employees can save 15% off the best and least restrictive publicly available rate. Click here for booking instructions.
Freehand Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles
Designed with an independent spirit, Freehand Los Angeles is a destination in and of itself amidst the hustle and bustle of Downtown Los Angeles. Choose from a variety of accommodation options, from private guest rooms and loft suites to shared, hostel-like dorms. Enjoy tea-infused cocktails in the lobby bar and make a splash at the property’s rooftop pool. After drying off, stay on the roof for a bit and grab some bites and handcrafted drinks at the notable Broken Shaker bar.
Airline employees can save 15% off the best and least restrictive publicly available rate. Click here for booking instructions.
