My husband and I loved Chicago and our stay at City Scene! We had fantastic fall weather, which always helps, but even in inclement weather this B&B/apartment would be a cozy spot to take shelter. It is conveniently located on a quiet street and only a few blocks to 3 different CTA lines. We even took the "L" in from... More

The location is fantastic; within walking distance to many great Lincoln Park restaurants and entertainment venues, not to mention the El with direct access to downtown Chicago tourist attractions. Also located in a very friendly/safe neighborhood. My husband and I had no problems at all walking back to the suite late at night after attending shows at Lincoln Hall. Mary... More

Came to Chi for my son's birthday weekend and found City Scene. We booked 3 nights due to it's convenient location and ample room. What a nice place. Mary gave us directions and helpful hints on how to get there ahead of time. Location is great...a five minute walk from the Ell, near DePaul University, Lincoln Park District What a... More

City Scene is the best of a B&B and apartment combined, at a price that beats a hotel, by far. Mary stocks the fridge for you, in the huge kitchen, decorated with family and antique "finds". Relax in the cosy living room after an evening out, and use the gas fireplace if you're chilly. The bedroom is small, but complete,... More

I enjoyed an extended-stay at this lovely place, which is a private suite with one bedroom close to DePaul University’s central campus. Actually, it’s bigger than some of the apartments where I have lived! First off, everything was really clean. It is nicely decorated, with all amenities I could need for my trip. Apart from the bedroom, it has a... More

Mary, the owner, was very helpful in providing us what we needed. This two bedroom private apartment was very quaint and perfect for what my boyfriend and sister needed in our recent visit to Chicago. The location is great and convienent for train//bus/taxi. More

Great location, easily manageable, great steam shower! On-street parking usually available--just get parking permits from host. Access to washer and dryer--take quarters!! Full kitchen with plenty of amenities to cook meals, but know there is no served breakfast. (Some pastries, cereal, milk, OJ, coffee/tea, jam, butter are all supplied.) No desk/work table (the kitchen table has swing-out round benches on... More

Wonderful neighborhood; nicely furnished, stayed in the ground floor apartment that is prehaps a little dark, but stil very nice, perfect bathroom, great kitchen, with a breafkast ready to make when you come. More