If you are on a budget and want an authentic /Inviting experience in the southside of Chicago staying with Amanda is the way to go. Before my arrival, as I was planning things to do Amanda gave me TONS of info. She was very helpful, and kind, and and responsive. T tell her what your interests are and I guarantee that she will assist you to the best of her ability. I also admired how inviting and decorative her apartment is. The pictures are very accurate and the room was comfortable enough for the amount of time I stayed in Chicago. Also, Hyde Park is a great neighborhood to stay in. I found it to be diverse, safe, and welcoming with all the cool businesses and restaurants. It's a bit far from O'Hare Airport (keep that mind when planning your transportation to her place) and about 20 minutes from downtown. For my first time staying in an AirBnb, I couldn't be more satisfied with Amanda as a host.