After reserving the room, April, the host provided me with all the information I would need for my stay in Chicago. She told me about Pilsen and its connection to the Hispanic community. She made recommendations for nearby restaurants, bars and points of interest. She also explained in full detail how to get to other points of interest near the Pilsen neighborhood and the downtown Chicago area. Gabby and April’s place is at a perfect location, very easy to get around with public transportation through the CTA bus and train system (it was only a 10-15 minute walk to the pink line 18th and Ashland train station and bus stops conveniently located on just about every block throughout the neighborhood), cab, Uber, etc.
The accommodations provided by April and Gabby are clean, convenient and felt like home. Gabby was always there when I needed help or information on various points of interest, restaurant recommendations and information on how to navigate the transit system, which can be a bit confusing to an “out of towner”. I can’t thank them enough for their hospitality and I’m looking forward to another stay at their place in the near future.