The location was very close to several things. This is good in the day when trying to catch a bus, taxi, etc. It's also good because it's close to Navy Pier and some of the other touristy areas. I dropped the location rating a point because it was not so good at night, given its close proximity to Northwestern Hospital. I was frequently awakened by sirens throughout the night. Our room was on the 2nd floor, so we could lug our bags up the stairs, which was just as well because there are only two elevators and only one of them was out of order. There was no view from the room, but at this price, can't really be surprised. Also, no frills at this price; don't expect more than coffee in the lobby. Not bad for the money, though, but certainly not great.