Lux New Hyde Park Apt by U Chicago, Museum of Science & Industry w/Peloton
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Lux New Hyde Park Apt by U Chicago, Museum of Science & Industry w/Peloton is a luxury, ground-floor 3BR/2BA apartment in a fully renovated historic Hyde Park building in Chicago Lawn. The unit is positioned as a “Hyde Park retreat” with high-end finishes and is designed for families, groups, or professionals who want space plus neighborhood access.
Apartment layout & in-unit features
The apartment has three bedrooms and two bathrooms; two of the bedrooms are furnished with king-sized beds. Practical comforts include air conditioning and heating, plus in-unit laundry with a washer and ironing board. A kitchen and cable TV support longer stays, and the home is smoke-free.
Amenities & fitness
Connectivity and convenience are covered with free Wi‑Fi and a dedicated workspace. For workouts, the property includes a fitness center and an in-unit Peloton setup, which is a key differentiator for fitness-focused travelers.
Location & nearby landmarks
The apartment is about 0.5 miles from the University of Chicago and roughly 1.5–2 miles from the Museum of Science & Industry and the new Obama Presidential Center. It’s also noted as being about 1.5 blocks from the Obama residence and about a 10-minute ride to Soldier Field. Dining options in the area include Roux (about 708 m), Mesler Kitchen | Bar | Lounge (about 862 m), Valois Restaurant (about 1.1 km), Medici On 57th (about 1.3 km), and The Original Pancake House (about 1.2 km).
Transit & parking
Multiple bus stops are very close, including the 51st and Ellis Bus Stop (about 140 m) and Ellis & 53rd Street (about 229 m). Train access is nearby via 51st/53rd St. (Hyde Park) (about 1.2 km) and 55th - 56th - 57th St. (about 1.5 km), with the Metra commuter station in Hyde Park noted as about one mile east. Street parking is described as ample on the block, though it can get more competitive late at night.
Best for
This apartment best suits families and small groups who want a multi-bedroom setup (3BR/2BA) with a full kitchen and in-unit laundry for an easier, longer stay. It also fits University of Chicago visitors and professionals thanks to its roughly 0.5-mile proximity to campus, free Wi‑Fi, and a dedicated workspace. Fitness-minded travelers will appreciate the on-site fitness center and Peloton.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving by car, plan to park on the street; availability is usually good on the block, but it can get tighter late at night. For public transit, the closest options are buses at 51st & Ellis (about 140 m) and Ellis & 53rd (about 229 m), with nearby train stations around 1.2–1.5 km away. Rideshares are described as abundant, and Soldier Field is about a 10-minute ride.
What guests say
This property holds a 5/5 public rating based on 18 reviews, indicating consistently high guest satisfaction overall. However, no review excerpts are available to identify specific recurring themes such as cleanliness, noise, check-in experience, or host communication. As a result, only the headline rating can be summarized from the provided review data, with no documented negative patterns.
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