Quintessential Charm in Chicago's Bed and Breakfasts

A weary traveler is hard to please. Suddenly, theits category and is adorned with Art Deco pieces-
usual hotel amenities, no matter how elegant, feelBarcelona chairs, a Baldwin grand piano, Florence knoll
bland and soulless. The service seems almost alwaysottomans and other opulent furniture. Located in
customary and impersonalized, the greetings mereanother uptown neighborhood, Lincoln Park, the bed
obligation and each detail following strict imposedand breakfast also has the option of having a private
standards. It simple doesn't feel like an abode even ifspace equaling as a guest house or vacation home
the tagline 'home away from home' are strapped onfor those traveling with a large group or those who
headboards countless of times.simply want bigger spaces to stay in. The pantry is
No matter how many vacations one takes and howalways stocked for those who like to take their
many elegant rooms one has stayed in, there is stillsnacks at their own time. Guests can help
no exchanging personal and special service fromthemselves to a selection of jam, coffee, cereal,
people who are truly residents of the area, and notchocolate, yogurts, cookies, popcorns and soups. The
just hired employees. This is what a bed andicing on the cake though is their rooftop garden
breakfast inn can bring you in lieu of more expensivewhich provides an elegant wind-down atmosphere for
hotels. And Chicago has some of the finest pairedguests who like to people watch or relax after a
with the famous Southern Charm.day's tour.
When you want a taste of the authentic, one shouldOther well-noted Chicago bed and breakfasts include
opt to stay in a Chicago Bed and Breakfast. Mostthe Victorian-themed Windy City Urban Inn with
hotels are set in trendy neighborhoods with old brickmansion rooms and apartments, the Hansen House
buildings and parks as façade. Choosing one isMansion, House of Two Urns, Cat's Cradle, China Doll,
difficult since there are so many in the area, andCity Scene Bed and Breakfast, Old Chicago Inn and
each one offering special amenities reminiscent of athe Flemish House.
hotel but with a more intimate feel in terms ofChicago Cheap Flights make it possible for guests to
service and atmosphere.have a weekend getaway in the 'Windy City' as a
The Wicker Park Inn, for example, is an old 19thcouple, alone, or even as a group. Promos and
century brick building located in one of Chicago'sdiscounts are constantly available online and are
stylish neighborhoods, Wicker Park, full of quaintupdated regularly. If planning a vacation in Chicago,
hole-in-the-wall vintage shops, boutiques, restaurants,make sure to avail by reserving seats early. The ideal
clubs and side walk cafes. The neighborhood is alsotime for reservations is about two months or so
famous for being an artist's hub and has several ofbefore vacationing.
the most famous art galleries owned by the artistsMake sure to bring the proper apparel for a weekend
themselves. One of the perks of a bed andout in the Windy City. Chicago is a wonderful city to
breakfast, aside from its ambiance, is thehave a walking tour, so bring something comfortable
complimentary goodies during morning meals such asfor an all-day excursion such as walking shoes, shirts,
pastries, coffee and fruits, which the Wicker Park Inncotton blouses, a light sweater, a hat and scarf
also provides. It also provides the vacationer free(depending on the month you're going to be
WiFi, a satellite TV and sheets which equal that of atraveling) and lightweight pants. Preparing for the trip
starred hotel with a 300+ thread count. There areas early as possible will save the hassle of
several rooms to choose from in Wicker Park Innunnecessary baggage.
which includes the selection of Cape Cod, Provence,For those planning to have a quiet respite minus the
Chicago and Tuscan Rooms. It also has threehustle and bustle of a commercial hotel, stay in a bed
apartments to choose from, Garden, Bucktown andand breakfast and you're sure to get your money's
Blue Line Apartment.worth in a relaxed Chicago vacation with ample rest,
If in want for a taste of the old, Old Town Chicagosleep and laidback fun.
is the place to go. The B&B is rated three-star in