Located near the beach, this apartment is in Bronzeville, a neighbourhood in Chicago. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Rate Field. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Harold Washington Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
State Street - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
Lakefront Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
President Obama’s Chicago Family Home - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
University of Chicago - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Chicago 47th Street Station (Kenwood) - 3 min drive
47th Station (Green Line) - 11 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Red Snapper 47th/Cottage Grove - 12 min walk
J J Fish & Chicken - 13 min walk
Sharks Fish & Chicken 51st and Cottage Grove - 20 min walk
Just Turkey - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?
As of 11 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum on 10 Jan, 2027 start from S$395, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum located?
Located in Bronzeville, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of State Street, University of Chicago and Lake Michigan. McCormick Place is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. 47th Station (Green Line) is 11 minutes by foot and 43rd Station is 11 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was beautiful, our host was friendly and responsive, and nearby access to public transportation made our stay unforgettable. I would highly recommend this lodging to anyone who is looking to explore downtown Chicago and is willing to get familiar with public transportation. It was convenient and comfortable and we will definitely stay here again if/when we return to Chicago.
LaTrina is an excellent host. Everything was straightforward and communication was quick and easy. I really appreciated how cozy and at home I felt during my stay. 10/10 would recommend her in a heartbeat.
Thank you for the stay is your adorable guest suite! Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Susan S.
21 Jul, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
• It is not beachfront. The beach is about a mile away and not a convenient walk.• The “kitchen” is not a kitchen. It’s a mini microwave, dorm-size refrigerator, and coffee maker on a shelf. You only discover this in the fine print—not the photos.• This is not a private apartment. It’s a basement in the owner’s home with no real privacy. The owners have access to the space and can enter without notice, which is especially concerning for solo travelers.• The host was difficult to communicate with. Rather than addressing our concerns professionally, he made jokes, minimized our concerns, and repeatedly read from his policy book in a condescending manner.The home and neighborhood are beautiful, clean, and appear safe. Unfortunately, the misleading listing, lack of privacy, and poor customer service outweighed those positives. We checked in, saw the property, left, and never returned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
We find this review to be extremely unfair and misleading and would like to clarify a few points for future guests.
Our listing clearly identifies the space as a private basement/garden suite with a separate entrance in our owner-occupied home. It also accurately describes the kitchenette, which includes a mini refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. These details are not hidden. During our conversations, you acknowledged that you had not read all of the listing details.
Our listing has never advertised the property as beachfront. It states that we are conveniently located near Chicago's lakefront, beaches, McCormick Place, the Museum Campus, and downtown attractions.
Your comments regarding privacy are also inaccurate. Guests have a private entrance and exclusive use of the suite. We do not enter the space during a stay unless requested by the guest or in the event of an emergency. At no point did we enter the unit or receive any privacy concerns from you.
Finally, our communication before your arrival consisted of reminders about policies already disclosed in the listing, including registering the correct number of overnight guests and the 2:00 p.m. check-in time. Despite those reminders, you arrived two hours early expecting the suite to be ready.
We take pride in accurately representing our home, and our many positive reviews reflect the experience that guests can expect when they read the listing and book accordingly.
We stayed in this property while moving our son into the University of Chicago. It is conveniently located very near campus so it was easy to get back-and-forth. The owners were very easy to work with, and we enjoyed our stay
We had the best time at this little "home away from home." There was more than enough space for my friend and me, and it was a beautiful set-up! The hosts are wonderful as well. I highly recommend this VRBO!
Great stay at wonderful home. The owner created a warm and friendly environment and had everything set up to ensure a wonderful trip. The space is ideal and is located near restaurants and by Lake Shore. Would definitely stay here again!
Very clean place with some very comfortable beds. We felt right at home and it met all of our needs. In town for a convention and wanted to be away from the hotels of downtown Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jason W.
9 Nov, 2017
Cozy private and convenient
This place was perfect for my recent stay in Chicago. It's clean quiet and secure with a private entrance for guests. Latrina and Valane are great hosts. Will happily book again any future trips to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2023
Jason was a great guest! He left the unit as he found it and was also able to follow the entry instructions and let himself in perfectly (which was a plus). It was a pleasure having him as a guest. We would definitely welcome him back to our home!
The description was spot on. We had a great 2 night stay. The host was super kind and met us when we arrived and gave us a tour. The place was immaculate! They had a Keurig with coffee pods which was so nice. My bed was extremly comfortable. Wonderful stay and would definitely stay again!
Clean stay and had everything we needed. Enjoyed our morning walks to the Green Line at 43rd to enjoy the city…even got to walk past Louis Armstrong’s historic home when he lived in Chicago. Wonderful breakfast at Peach’s just a few blocks away. Would highly recommend!
Rented with Valane for the marathon weekend. It was clean, quiet, away from the hustle of the city. It was super easy to navigate to expo, start lines, and sites. Loved jot beong couped up in a hotel room for the weekend
Highly recommend
Thank you so much for the great stay