Location, location, location. If you’ve never been to Chicago before, I understand that gut reaction is to stay downtown, close to Michigan Avenue and the “Bean”. While all beautiful things, anyone from Chicago knows that’s probably the last place you want to stay. The beauty of Chicago is in its neighborhood - more charm & character and a short cab ride to downtown. This property has a FANTASTIC location. Half block from the beautiful and famous Lincoln Park - you can spend a whole day just walking around it. And Lake Michigan is just past that with its many walking paths and spectacular, iconic views of the city. Oh! And now the part about being right off Clark Street and in the heart of Lincoln Park! Restaurants, bars & shops galore!!! Notice I haven’t even mentioned the property itself yet!!! I’d stay here even if it was a dump just because of the location! But it’s not a dump!! It’s lovely and quaint. Beds were very comfortable, bathroom was good. Always a bonus to have a full functioning kitchen including a table and chairs. Heather, the host, was very accessible and helpful. I will say that if you’ve never been in an older building in Chicago (and there are hundreds), you might be thrown off at first if you’re expecting the high-end fancy decorating of a hotel room. Get over it. This is about having a great Chicago experience!! One you’ll likely never forget!