Downtown Penthouse 5 | Vintage +gym & balcony
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Downtown Penthouse 5 is a vintage, loft-style penthouse apartment in Chicago’s Loop/Printer’s Row area, positioned for walkable sightseeing near Grant Park and major museums. The unit is accessed via app-based building entry, then an elevator to the top floor. It’s a smoke-free stay with a strong guest rating (4.8/5 from 44 reviews) and a focus on “local vibes” in a character-rich space.
Layout & Sleeping Setup
Inside, the home opens to a spacious loft with high ceilings, a dining area, living room, kitchen, a half bathroom, and a private balcony/patio with cityscape views. Upstairs (via internal stairs), the second level has a loft sleeping area with two full-size bunk beds and one queen bed, plus a full bathroom. The property provides essentials like linens and towels, and includes a crib for young children.
Amenities & Recreation
Guests have in-unit climate control (new HVAC split units), air conditioning and heating, fast Wi-Fi, cable TV, and laundry (washer). The kitchen is equipped for longer stays with an oven/stove, microwave, and other basics, and there’s an iron/ironing board for wardrobe touch-ups. A fitness center is available, and the building has an elevator; the listing is pet-friendly with specified fees and approval requirements.
Location & Getting Around
The apartment sits in a transit-rich part of the Loop with nearby CTA access: Harrison station is about 169 m away, with LaSalle (402 m) and Roosevelt (609 m) also close. For rail connections, LaSalle Street Station is roughly 515 m away and Chicago Union Station about 1.19 km. Dining options in the immediate area include Half Sour (~166 m), First Draft (~193 m), Taco Maya (~195 m), Umai (~203 m), and Mercat a la Planxa (~317 m).
Best for
This penthouse-style loft suits travelers who want a central Chicago base with strong transit access (Harrison and LaSalle CTA stations nearby) and quick reach to Grant Park and Museum Campus attractions. It’s also a good fit for longer stays or small groups who value a real kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a balcony, plus a fitness center for maintaining routines.
Travel tips
Plan to rely on the Red Line/nearby CTA stops—Harrison is only a short walk away, and Union Station is reachable for Amtrak/Metra connections. Check-in is 4 pm and check-out is 10 am; early check-in/late check-out may be possible for a fee, but same-day bookings require host approval. Quiet hours run 10 pm–8 am and a noise monitoring system tracks decibel levels, so keep evenings low-key.
What guests say
Reviews indicate a very strong overall experience, reflected in the 4.8/5 public rating across 44 reviews. Guests commonly emphasize enjoyment of the stay and intent to return, suggesting the space delivers on comfort and the central location. The listing’s distinguishing positives are its loft character, spacious layout, balcony, and convenience features like fast Wi‑Fi, kitchen, and laundry. No consistent negative review themes are available from the provided excerpts.
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