The value was already great. Stayed in a 4 bed hostel room and did not regret it. Met a few international travelers and had some good conversations. The free cocktails at the in-house bar sent the value over the top. The bar tender, Juan, knew his craft well and was a great host at the bar.
The neighborhood is great. Great access to downtown, Navy Pier, shopping. Great pizza place on the corner next door that apparently is the location of the first deep dish pizza. I didn't research this further but enjoyed my meal there.