Casa Newport is in a location that cannot be beat. I was on a business trip and easily commuted downtown on the L as a complete rookie. I also walked just a few blocks one afternoon to a cubs game. It was so easy. Casa Newport is so convenient to restaurants, bars, etc. However, the place was extremely quiet. I enjoyed having my morning coffee on the back deck. I felt like a local. Casa Newport does not have a/c, but there are multiple fans. Being from the South, I just assumed there would be a/c, but there is not. I enjoyed sleeping with the windows open and the fans blowing. It's been a long time since I've slept with open windows and I enjoyed it. Casa Newport is very roomy. The kitchen was extremely nice but I just admired it but didn't use it because there were so many good restaurants nearby. The hosts were very communicative and easy to work with. I'm grateful they let me stay at Casa Newport!