Bill and Kathy went above and beyond to make Sydni Suites our home away from home. The apartment was warm, clean and smelled excellent. The kitchen was stocked with every utensil I might need. There was an abundance of linens and pillows for our use. The bathroom came well-stocked with towels, shampoo and conditioner. Everything in the apartment was functional. During our month-long stay, we baked, cooked and literally made it home for my husband, son and I, thanks to Bill and Kathy's quick responses. The neighborhood was quiet and public transportation was accessible (nearest train station is Metra on 63rd St, nearest bus stop is around the corner). Hyde Park is also nearby (a lot of good restaurants there) and there are a lot of churches within walking distance. Street parking was free, just watch out for street sweeping days. Our requests for extra cleaning supplies and quarters for the laundry room were immediately accomodated. Bill even gave us some unscented, gentle detergent for my baby's clothes! Thank you Bill and Kathy for being so excellent and thoughtful. We will miss Sydni Suites.
PS. As for safety, I only really went out during the day, walking to U of Chicago along Stony Island. Lots of kind and friendly crossing guards and police cars esp. around Hyde Park Academy. Also in Chicago (or any major city), you have to be street smart wherever you go. Don't go strolling around in unfamiliar places at night.