Amanda & Bryce's place is a great jumping off point to explore Chicago - both the downtown and the little neighborhoods you get in big city. I was really happy to find the area interesting in and of itself (a mix of hipster + latinX), within walking distance of Humboldt park and the broad boulevard that leads to it. Then Amanda laid on extras that made it feel more like a hotel: a mix of yoghurts, good butter, drinks, bagels in the fridge/freezer which meant you don't have to blow money on breakfast. Furthermore, when we got into some health trouble, Amanda went the extra mile and helped us in a way that no hotel would ever do! Highly recommended.
FYI: if you are a light sleeper you may wake up in the morning due to the noise above (but there are ear plugs supplied) & the bed is a little short (wouldn't suit somebody >6 feet).