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Reviews of Villa Dubois Guest House

3722 South Calumet Avenue, Bronzeville, Chicago, IL 60653, United States of America

#22 of 28 B&Bs and inns in Chicago

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 202 hotel reviews

6.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    7.2

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    6.8

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    8.0
    My stay was better than I initially expected. I felt safe knowing the other guests were women.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location wasn't the most ideal and several Uber drivers would drop my ride for pickup or dropoff because of it. I didn't have much of a problem and had no issues in this area. I brought my own toiletries, but did wish that there were some present. I wish there were hand towels in the bathroom as I constantly forgot having to carry my towel with me Everytime I needed to just wash my hands. I predominately had a nice time here but I don't think I would come back though, as a lot of my business took place downtown and getting Uber rides to and from was both difficult and expensive.

    This was everything I expected. I really just needed a place to rest my head during my work trip. There were a lot of negative reviews discussing issues with the stay and property that I can understand, but I was given very clear information from our hosts and didn't have any issues with their rules. They give you the access code ahead of time which was very helpful since I didn't arrive till almost 3 am. I felt a lot safer during my trip when I found out the other two shared rooms were also women. I was very lucky with that. Despite the negative feedback for cameras in common area I felt my stuff was secure and safe because of it. This was a good place to stay during my first trip to chicago. It's very conveniently closed to multiple bus lines and they were very easy to use!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Needs more linens. Not enough linen to shower or or wash up

    Clean and modern

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: October 20, 2023

    7.0
    Good location, comfortable & clean.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    An electric kettle in the shared kitchen would be really useful.

    Good location - the number 3 bus is less than a 5 mins walk, which goes straight into central Chicago. It was really useful to have access to a shared kitchen, fridge, cutlery & crockery. Good communication from the owners & easy access to the property at check-in.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2023

    7.0
    Was ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very poor communication of the host, this it made me insecure.

    Very clean and decorated apartment.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dirty room, broken room door handle, entrance door smartlock wasn’t working when I was checking in.

    Good location, clean bathroom. Quick response from the host

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    8.0
    Overall great experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The checkout is too early normally it’s 12.00 other hotels and motels..

    It’s clean good staff and good location.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room locks could be improved. More cleaning supplies should be on hand to help guest maintain the house during stay.

    Close to store. White Sox are bike ride away. Staff was friendly. Refrigerator in commons. Bathroom was nice.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not being greeted on arrival by host. Was difficult to get into the property as had to text passport details for code to get into property. As I had an international phone could not text the host so had to wait outside the property till other guest with US phone could contact the owners for code to get in

    Loved how comfortable and stylish the place was.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Parking, Restroom amenities (towels, soap, toothpaste). Lot of time people forget those things or book last minute.

    Great location. Not far from downtown, Sox's field, Shopping centers, Rec Centers, very comfy

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2022

    6.0
    Not recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no reception desk available, all communication happens via sms or email. They do not return the deposit which they took at the first day, so that is why I do not recommend this place.

    Modern apartment with a lot of space, good internet connection, a lot of shops around.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2022

    8.0
    The facility was cozy and met my needs. If I stayed longer, I would have liked to explore the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    The facility was in a convenient location and the neighborhood was quite and easy to get to Chicago.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I did not know that other people would be renting out the rooms and I did not like this. Also did not like that it was not clear that you must share a bathroom with many other people unless you upgrade your room.

    The house was very clean and well decorated.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2022

    7.0
    nice option if this is the location you are looking for
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    en suite bathroom (the other rooms didn’t have this)

    clean, comfortable, en suite bathroom (the other rooms don’t have this)

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Access: Initial access was very difficult, with an entry based on receiving access codes by text promised 15 mins before check in time, which for me did not arrive until later in the day.. I had to chase for it by texting, however its disconcerting to get automated replies promising a response in 24 hours if you are stood outside with your bags. During my stay I met a few other guests who could not get in or had issues with door locks once in. I recommend having plenty of charge on your phone and make sure you can use a US mobile network. Ants: Although the place was clean there were little ants walking around the living room and kitchen, that may be usual in summer in houses in Chicago and they were little, but they may bother some people.

    Nice bathroom (I had a private one).

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Like a lot of people said, it was very frustrating to get a hold of the owners when we got there. Said we would Have a code 15 minutes before 3 pm and didn't Recieve anything until I had to send multiple texts saying I'm going to cancel the reservation and call my bank to block the charges. Got in the room about 335ish.

    Cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We stood a really long time waiting to be let into the property. You knew we were coming but still forced us to add an additional deposit while standing at the door in the cold. We do not think it is appropriate to place a camera in public places - we did not consent to that before booking.

    good location

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2022

    7.0
    It was nice and easy!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It advertised free parking when that really meant there was available street parking. There was always enough space, but it felt disingenuous. Also, the bathroom was very clean and newly redone, but the shower door wasn't well installed and wouldn't stay closed, so I had to shower with the door open. The water pressure was also quite low. Also, the communication via text, while functional, was not very smooth. Also, make sure to read the fine print. I missed the directions of the check-in procedure and messed it up the first time (even though it was really simple). It was stated on the booking.com page, but was not high up.

    Overall it was very clean and efficiently run. The directions were easy to follow and the check in process was simple. The room was clean and very well kept. There was lots of available street parking. I was really impressed with how well kept the place was and how good the service was.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2022

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    You couldn't accommodate us in the place we booked and only moved us about 1hr before check in time. If you had a problem with the booking you should have contacted us. Unfortunately the other guests in at the same time weren't very tidy - dirty dishes in the sink, personal items left in lounge, products in the shower. Promised coffee and tea making facilities but there were no tea bags

    Well decorated!

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2022

    6.0
    I have stayed here before and might even have to stay again due to the location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    check in paperwork should occur prior to the actual check in so that customers do not have to stand in the cold for 30 minutes waiting for access. found a cashew inside the pillow case and two cranraisins in the bed sheets. it’s an older home but the noise from the residents above walking around makes relaxing/sleeping very difficult

    very well decorated . close to my daughters college

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: January 17, 2022

    6.0
    it was overall pretty decent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 14 nights

    Cleaning of the facility was not regularly done and it should be advertised that the rooms are private and the kitchen and living room are shared which was contrary to what was on the website.

    The location is close to everything. really nice neighbourhood and modern interior decor.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Heating was an issue

    Privacy

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2021

    7.0
    Overall good but could use improvements
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wish our room had a tv since you don’t always know the people in the other rooms. The website could have been more clear about the stay.

    I liked the decor and also it felt safe with the dead bolt.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 20 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    wormed and cline nice for winter sessions

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2021

    8.0
    Great location, clean room, need to improve booking process and more heat in the room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Smoother booking process and additional heat in the room.

    Comfort and location

    Stayed in November 2021

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