I opted for Villa Toscana because of the amenities and the price. It is as advertised - a real bed and breakfast in a Victorian home, not a sterile condo or apartment.
It is a better value than a hotel or hostel - I had my own TV, bathroom and fridge and lots of coffee.
It is located in my old neighborhood but was so quiet and discreet that I felt at home and not like a tourist. And the neighborhood is quintessentially Chicago.
In short, an outstanding value.