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3715 N. Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
Best fare found from San Diego to Chicago: $298

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5 of 5 stars
ckesge   1 contribution
cincinnati
Feb 17, 2009

5 couples have stayed on the first 2 floors of the Lakewood Avenue property for the last 3 years and can't say enough wonderful things! First off the owner of the properties is great. She is attentive to your every need and/or want!!! She will work with you to fit your party into the best accomodations. The Lakewood home is absolutely beautiful!!! Very, very clean and beautifully decorated. She doesn't forget a thing. The kitchen is totally equipped to fix a fabulous meal (or venture out to Wrigleyville for a ton a great restaurants). We have stayed at other rentals in and around Chicago and this is by far the most reasonable and well equipped. We truly feel at home and you will too!!!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay February 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Large Group/Tour
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since February 17, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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We felt right at home

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5 of 5 stars
travelpatMichigan   2 contributions
Michigan
Jan 1, 2009 | Trip type: Family

Party of seven adults stayed at the Newport Avenue guesthouse for a family wedding last year. You felt like you were right at home. So much better than any hotel stay with plenty of space. Immaculately clean with tasteful interiors, comfortable beds, perfect kitchen and great living spaces. Walking distance to Wrigley Field and to eclectic shopping and dining on Southport Avenue. “L” stop very near by to take you downtown. Loved the neighborhood. I got up every morning and walked just to see all the amazing homes nearby. Could not have asked for a better experience. Enjoyed your hospitality.

  • Liked — Location, Location, Location
  • Disliked — Accommodation was perfect
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay June 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family (extended)
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since December 25, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Sporting event, Other
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Thank goodness for Chicago Guest House!

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5 of 5 stars
GypsyIndiana   1 contribution
Indiana
Dec 16, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

Chicago Guest Houses have made my new life as an ex-Chicagoan & a new retiree, possible and delightful. This past weekend I was able to attend five parties in Chicago, contributing food to three of them because I had the wonderful kitchen on Henderson to cook in and the beautifully decorated and heavenly comfortable master bedroom to relax in. The apartment really felt like I was at home (if I could decorate that well!).
If you love Chicago, this is the BEST place to stay while you are there.

  • Liked — It felt like home; it was absolutely beautiful!
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 65+
  • Member since December 16, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Other
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Great for families!

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5 of 5 stars
MichiganMomofBoys   1 contribution
Michigan
Dec 9, 2008 | Trip type: Family

My extended family stayed in Newport Avenue guest house over Thanksgiving weekend. There were 8 of us -- 5 adults and 3 small children. The home was exceedingly comfortable for the number of people. The owner has thought of everything: the kitchen was great for cooking large family and holiday meals; the beds are wonderful; parking is convenient. It was a wonderful location from which to explore Chicago!

  • Liked — beds, location, decor
  • Disliked — It's a great value for a large city, but the price makes it something that I personally couldn't afford all the time. I liked it so much that I wish I could come back often!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with young children
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since December 09, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Pet owners
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Shopping, Other
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Chicago Guest Houses are the BEST!!!!!

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5 of 5 stars
billie72   1 contribution
Cleveland
Dec 1, 2008 | Trip type: Family

Terri Smith does a fabulous job with each and everyone of her guest houses. This is my second stay - my first was at the Henderson St location with 5 of my friends. Things were the best from extra towels (which are thick and wonderful) to every possible thing in the kitchen you might need to fabulous space for 6 women- it couldn't have been nicer. Terri has thought of everything! - maps, directions to restaurants, shopping, whatever you would need.
This time I went back with my family - all 8 of us from 1 month old to 61. We stayed at the Newport location this time. What a great way to do Thanksgiving! There was room enough for all of us, but yet we were all together and had space so no one felt cramped. My son and daughter-in-law with 3 small children - 2 in cribs didn't need to bring any supplies except crib sheets. Everything you could possibly need is there.
As a travel agent who has been in the business for 20 plus years and traveled around the world - this ranks extemely high - even compared to luxury hotels.
Anyone even considering a vacation like this - do it, you will not be disappointed!!!!!

  • Liked — Everything but especially the flexibility you do not have when staying in hotels.
  • Disliked — Not a thing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family with young children
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since December 01, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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3715 N. Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613