Located in Downtown Chicago, this apartment is adjacent to State Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Art Institute of Chicago. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Art Institute of Chicago - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Willis Tower - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Michigan Avenue - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Harrison Station - 4 min walk
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 11 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
Art of Pizza on State Street - 1 min walk
Devil Dawgs on State - 1 min walk
Lao Sze Chuan - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony)
Enjoy a Spacious, Homey 3bd Penthouse (+Patio) with your Family & Friends near Grant Park!
We are a short walk to Millennium/Grant Park, Skydeck, Shedd Aquarium & many dining+shopping options!
Most homes don’t provide professional service along with “local vibes.” Guests love our home because: ✅ NEW HVAC Split Units ✅ Extra sleepers for groups ✅ FAST WIFI ✅ Spacious layout ✅ Comfy beds ✅ Large patio ✅ Business ready! ✅ Central Location ✅ Close proximity to Soldier Field, Museums, and more!
You have access to the home, balcony, full gym, and laundry facilities.
Please note: *This is a vintage apartment, but it has a lot of beautiful character as you can see! *This property is professionally managed by our team. While you may book through VRBO, payment may be processed directly through our secure Stripe system.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
If you're interested in booking, please see our FAQs below. We look forward to having you!
To access the building, we send you, and your group, an email giving you access to the building's key system during your stay. You walk up the stairs to the elevators, and take the elevator to the top floor, the 8th floor.
When you exit the elevator, you turn right and then left down the hallway to your home. When you enter the home, it opens to a spacious, professionally designed loft. There is a dining area, a kitchen with an island, a living room, and a full daybed in the main area. Down the hall is a bathroom, and three bedrooms plus a den and patio access. The patio gives you a fresh feel and cool cityscape view.
𝐅𝐀𝐐𝐬
𝐐: 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞? A: Very much so. 24 hours a day.
𝐐: 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆? A: The home is very easy to get to via public transit. If you decide to drive, we recommend apps like SpotAngel or SpotHero to find free or cheap parking ($10-20 / night).
𝐐: 𝐃𝐨 𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐬, 𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐝𝐫𝐲𝐞𝐫, 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐬? A: Nope! we provide all these things. We also provide you with a starter pack of toilet papers.
𝐐: 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭? A: Check in is 4pm and check out is 10am. Early check ins can be difficult if there are guests who checked out same day. We ask for an early check-in, or a late-check out fee, if you request either.
𝐐: 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐨 𝐚𝐬 𝐈 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞? A: Yes. And we wouldn't trust any listing with which this isn't the case.
𝐐: 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬? A: Yes, and we take pride in providing a clean home for guests.
𝐐: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐦𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞? A: We honestly have no idea. With fees included, it only shows the guest how much they pay. This figure should be present after you enter your dates. Note that, pricing varies on a daily basis, and it actually uses some crazy algorithm to adjust it automatically, so I don't actually control this.
𝐐: 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞? A: Very. Some guests say they're the best they've ever slept on! Guest access You have access to the home, balcony, full gym, and laundry facilities.
Other things to note ❎No Local Guests (City or Suburbs) 🙊Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am 👍Minimum age of 25 to book
The base price for this home is for 6 guests only. There will be an extra guest fee of $10 per guest per night if your group exceeds to 6 people.
𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐞 (Under 20lbs, no shedding) - $150 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐞 - (Over 20lbs) - $200 plus a $200 refundable security deposit and subject to host approval. If the pet sheds, we will require an additional $150 refundable Security deposit. 𝐔𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐬 - $250.00 plus any damages or additional cleaning costs incurred
𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦/𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 - $500.00 minimum charge and eviction from Rental Unit 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 - Up to $125.00 per hour of additional cleaning needed 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 - Varies depending on cost of item
𝐍𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬: potential warning issued or, if necessary, eviction with no refund and a charge of up to $1,000.00 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 - Up to $2,000.00 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 - $75 minimum charge for handling and shipping.
Early check-ins/Late check-outs can sometimes be accommodated by our cleaning service for $50 per hour fee. 𝐔𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤-𝐎𝐮𝐭 – Subject to a $50 fee for every 30 minutes past check-out, or up to the cost of any impacted nights subsequent to originally scheduled check-out.
🚫 Last-Minute Bookings Policy To ensure a smooth check-in, all same-day reservations will REQUIRE HOST APPROVAL. Please message us first so we can confirm and ensure everything is set for your arrival. This helps us make sure the space is properly prepared and ready for your stay.
MID STAY CLEAN reminder For stays of 15+ days, mid-stay cleaning is REQUIRED at $90-$140. We'll communicate this after booking to schedule accordingly.
All guest names and ages must be registered before you are allowed to check in.
Guest Verification As part of our vetting process, we may ask guests to confirm a few details — such as their names, ages, where they’re traveling from, or their travel plans — before accepting a booking. In some cases, we may also request a valid government-issued ID for verification purposes. This helps us ensure that all stays are safe, transparent, and in line with our house policies.
There is a NOISE MONITORING system within the home to track decibel noise level. Please respect our neighbors and do not get too loud outside quiet hours :)
No Agency Relationship. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to authorize or empower either party to act as agent for the other party to this Agreement, or to conduct business in the name, or for the account, of the other party to this Agreement.
Registration number R22000083430
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Gym
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No Local Guests (City or Suburbs)
Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am
Minimum age of 25 to book
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number R22000083430
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Property is also known as
VLKR8Z7C5N
Frequently asked questions
What can I see around this apartment?
This apartment is situated in Downtown Chicago within a short 16-minute walk of Millennium Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Michigan Avenue. You'll also find State Street and Art Institute of Chicago less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this apartment?
No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.
Is this apartment associated with a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
Is BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony) a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment and kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony)?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment include breakfast service?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.
How far is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 10.7 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 18.7 mi away (37-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony)?
Yes, every apartment at BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony) comes with a balcony.
Reviews
BIG Downtown Penthouse|Vintage 3bd (GYM+Balcony) Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Luis A.
Sep 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay! The property was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and perfect for our trip. The host was outstanding, always quick to respond and very helpful with any questions we had. Their fast communication made everything stress-free, from check-in to check-out. I highly recommend this place and would definitely stay here again!
Large and spacious shared space and living room, lots of amenities like blankets, pillows, and towels. Comfortable beds and many beds and couches. AC in every room. Fantastic place to stay
Cliff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Corie F.
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
South Loop Chicago
Overall, the location was very good. It is a nice property and is very convenient to all of the sites we visited. The building is older and the property has been somewhat updated. There are signs that it has been used as rental, however. The carpet has stains and there are areas where the paint is peeling. There are no outlets in the bathroom. The building was not always locked but felt safe. Photos show some of the prior damage and highlight the cosmetic issues. The space was great for our group, but the building is not wheelchair friendly which made it more difficult. Overall, we were pleased with the space and would stay again.
Corie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
steven j.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
steven j.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roberto F.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Spent the weekend in Chicago and really enjoyed this place. Close to anything you could want to do downtown. Safe neighborhood. Definitely recommend
Roberto F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie Paul F.
Mar 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as described!
We stayed at this property during the Chicago open archery tournament at Navy pier. Even though it was a 20-minute bus ride to the archery tournament each day, we appreciated the space of the apartment and the quietness of the neighborhood. It is right by a subway stop, train station, and several bus stops. The owners communicated with us regularly, and we were very pleased with the accommodations. Would not only recommend this apartment, but anticipate staying here again!
Melanie Paul F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andy G.
Nov 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good spot for McCormack Center Stays
We stayed here while we were in town for a trade show at the McCormack center. With the easy train access and comfy accommodations this place was perfect for our small group.
Andy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peggy C.
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Easy access to the train, shopping and food.
Only struggle we had was only one person could open the door due to the lock/key phone app. We needed two keys. I tried to contact the owner several times but they claimed VRBO blocked our ability to share contact information. I would have thought they had my phone number. There should be a better plan for communication if using the app. My family was locked out of the house the entire day that I was in meetings.
I also found it strange that the owner knew we were not taking our shoes off upon entry. We had no problem complying with their request that came after we entered the home the second time. However, this made me feel like there were cameras inside.
I would also suggest changing the shower head. I normally don’t comment on things like this, but I had a hard time rinsing my hair due to low pressure.
Central air and individual room air conditioners kept us cool. Kitchen is very nice.
Peggy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dale L.
Feb 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great hosts
We went to Chicago for a long weekend and randomly chose this location. It was very centrally located for our needs and super close to a subway station. Very close to restaurants also (check out Sofi restaurant for great Italian food). The hosts were very communicative and accommodating. Great experience.
Dale L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally P.
Dec 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Property with a Great Location
Everything was fine especially for the price. It is in a “vintage” building, like the description says but there were 6 of us and for the price, we could not have gotten a hotel room with as much space for the kids to be and as close to everything that we wanted to do while in Chicago. I was not familiar with the “LATCH” app so check-in was a little rocky but once we figured it out, we were fine. The apartment was clean and very spacious for the price and it was in a neighborhood where we walked to many good restaurants to eat and once we walked down and got pizza and brought back to the apartment. All in all, it was a good place to stay. Thank you Hosts!!!!
Sally P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
2/10 Terrible
Vincent L.
Jul 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Assuming Not The Hosts Fault
The location was good and the hosts seem like nice people. The building management is horrible!! We had planned a stay for my wife on her birthday where she could get together with her daughters, who are both in college, and her parents who were 3 hours away. When we walked into the apartment it was 83 degrees inside. We turned on the AC and found out it was not working. We contacted the host who put in an order for repair. On the second day I asked the building management an approximate time for repair. All they said is they are working on it. At the end of the second day nothing was done. Due to this we had to find another place for her parents to stay as they are elderly and could not handle the heat. The AC was never fixed or to my knowledge even looked at in the four days we were there. The few times I asked I was treated horribly by them. I believe most people would have made sure it was fixed on a 90 degree humid day. Worst of all there are no real windows that can be open at this location. so there was little relief. Finally the game room pictured is a disaster where nothing works. Not that is something that is hard to believe. The building owners should be ashamed of themselves
Vincent L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Russ E.
Oct 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
The apartment was exactly as advertised and very clean. The communication with the host was excellent and the location was perfect for a quick 3 night stay in Chicago.
Russ E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deric C., Plymouth
Jul 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property that's close to everything
Our family of 6 really loved this spacious "penthouse" for our Chicago vacation. The neighborhood felt clean and safe and we could walk to most of the places we wanted to see while in town. The property owners were extremely easy to communicate with and very responsive. We highly recommend this property
Deric C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J., Tampa, FL
Jul 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this Location
We had a comfortable stay and found the location to be perfect for all of the actives we had planned. We had easy access to the L and could even walk to several of our destinations. The hosts were very accesible and always responded quickly. This was an all around great spot for a fun weekend getaway with friends!
Jennifer J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark D.
Oct 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Trade Show Stay
3 of us needed a clean, convenient place to stay near the McCormack Center and this property fit the bill perfectly. Large open floor plan, 3 bedrooms and all the required kitchen appliances (coffee maker!)
Mark D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey M.
May 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location! Easy walk to so many great restaurants, cafes and parks in South Loop
Our family of 5 had a fantastic stay in Chicago. Printers row neighborhood has a lot to offer within walking distance of 3-4 blocks. Harrison train station exits just around the corner from the property. Always felt safe and the secure entrance was a definite positive! The penthouse was very spacious. Tons of windows to brighten up the apartment with natural light. Plenty of beds, clean towels, dishware, ice maker in fridge. Used the kitchen and patio sparingly, but it was nice to have a place to reheat and eat the leftover deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati's! Great communication with the property manager; it is clear that they aim to please! Would definitely book again. Can't wait to come back!
JM from Nebraska