Chicago is a city beloved by nearly everyone who has visited it. With a beautiful location on the shores of Lake Michigan, this exciting place has endless opportunities for visitors: dozens of museums, parks, and performance venues, and hundreds of stores and restaurants. Like many cities, it can be hectic, not to mention expensive, to stay in a hotel right downtown. If you’re planning a visit to the Windy City, consider staying in a suburb like Blue Island. Just a short distance south of downtown, you can be at Chicago’s amazing landmarks in about a half an hour by car or public transportation. Here are some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Blue Island, be sure to book one now for your upcoming trip!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Lovely apartment in Historic Pullman (from USD 100)
Historic Pullman, the district where this charming rental is located, was recently named one of the United States’ National Monuments! Looking at the historic architecture in the old Pullman Factory, Greenstone Church, and residential homes, it’s not hard to see why the area should be preserved. This gorgeous rental apartment has its own historic charm and touches that make it a unique stay. Up to three guests can stay in this one bedroom apartment. It has a beautiful and large kitchen with exposed brick walls and plenty of kitchen gadgets for cooking a meal at home. In the right season, you can also walk down to the organic garden a couple of doors down to pick your own salad ingredients! This spot is perfect for lovers of art, history, and exploring!
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cozy house with really cool decor and great amenitieswas worried at sight of small double bed but the comfort had me sleeping like a babyit was nice to have a full working kitchen to save money on mealsjb’s apartment was absolutely perfectthe beds were comfortable and everything was in great shape for our visitCleanliness:
its a clean clean clean placethe bed was clean and comfortablereally unique and clean space in a historic neighborhoodthe neighbors were all very friendly and the apartment was clean and comfortablethis place was fantastic to stay at very unique clean and quietHost:
jb is a great host and is prompt with responsesjb was a wonderful host absolutely gorgeous spacejb is a wonderful host (and a talented artist himself)jb is a very pleasant hostjb was an excellent host very attentive and communicative - everything went very smoothlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in a cute neighborhoodbeautiful unique location in historic pullmanalso super close to the train to go downtownthe location is terrific with convenient access to the metragreat quiet location in a wonderfully historic apartmentMonthly discount: 50% off
2. Sweet and spacious suite
This cozy suite is an inviting place to stay for your visit to Chicago! With a queen-size bed in the bedroom, there are also two more convertible sleeping options to accommodate up to four people. The suite is nicely furnished and has lots of sun from the bay windows. The windows open onto a private upper deck overlooking the beautiful garden and quiet street. Guests are welcome to use the fire pit with a complimentary bundle of firewood included with your stay! This rental is only half an hour to downtown Chicago by public transit, and even closer to the Beverly Arts Center. This vibrant art center shows programs in dance, theater, music, film, and visual arts in its 400-seat theater.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
448 meters (0.3 ft) from Kennedy (Dennis) ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the bed is amazingly comfortablethe bed is in a separate space and was comfortablethe cozy couch folds out into a twin sized bed- perfect for a childthe kitchen area is well appointed with a lot of natural lighta very comfortable bed and beautifully decorated space with a lovely garden yard and balconyCleanliness:
clean relaxing and spaciousit was very cleanthe house is clean and comfortableit was warm clean and cozythe place was super clean and freshHost:
she was a gracious hostjanine was a lovely hostjan was a wonderful host and was available if we had questions or concernsjanine was a great hostjanine was a lovely host to our familyRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk or bike to train to downtownthe location of the house is in a very nice neighborhood close to everything you might needgreat location on south side near western avethis morgan park apartment - near beverly - was the perfect location for usjan’s place is so cute and colorful
3. Cozy suite with a rustic cabin vibe
Imagine staying in a cabin in the suburbs of bustling, urban Chicago—it’s possible in this gorgeous rental! The garden level suite has multiple touches that make it feel like a rustic setting—wood paneled walls, a stone walled hot tub, and a stone fireplace. The exterior also has natural beauty despite its suburban setting—there are beautiful gardens surrounding the home with plenty of stone benches to sit on. The home is close to train stations that can bring you to downtown Chicago in just minutes, and this is a beautiful and relaxing rental to return to after a day of city sightseeing.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
455 meters (0.3 ft) from Kennedy (Dennis) ParkAccommodates: 4
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we slept soundly in the bed and recharged for our chicago adventurescozy and unique furnishings with nice touches and plenty of spaceplenty of space easy to relax both beds were very comfortableshe made breakfast and lunch which is really deliciousit's cozy has a private bath and kitchen (it's basically the entire basement) with an easy back entranceCleanliness:
so clean and niceit was clean and comfortable and homeythe place was very cleanher house is really clean and artisticthe house is so beautiful and cleanHost:
jan was a lovely hostjan was a fantastic hostjanine’s home is adorable and she was a wonderful hosthost very pleasantjan is a perfect host i appreciate her timely responses and hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet safe neighborhood close to many optionsgreat location easy parking on streetlocation is very nice and quiet neighborhoodjanine's place perfectly met our needsthe location was perfect for our sisters' getaway on the far southwest side of chicago
4. Bed and breakfast close to downtown Chicago (from USD 65)
The host of this Airbnb converted her suburban Chicago home into a bed and breakfast after her children moved out. She is a delightful and welcoming host who wants nothing more than for guests to feel right at home! This room sleeps up to two people in twin beds. Guests have access to all of the shared spaces inside the house, including the living room and kitchen. They are also welcome to use the barbecue on the patio and invite guests over if desired! Three train stations in the neighborhood can bring you into the city in just a short amount of time, making this a great starting point for your trip.
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the upstairs bedroom with 2 single beds was an excellent value for the pricethe room was perfect & very comfortableCleanliness:
the beds were comfortable and the property was clean and accessibleroom was clean bathroom was clean cats were hilarious and she made us breakfast the next morningHost:
karen was a delightful hostshe is a wonderful host that i have ever metkaren was a great hostkaren is a nice hostkaren is a awesome hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and walking distance from 2 train stationsit's a quick 20 minute drive to the venue so the location worked out perfectlythe location was perfect for reasonable walks to restaurants locale attractions and two train stopslocation is close to public transit which is great for getting into the city without the trafficwe walked from the train station to karen's house after dark with confidence
5. Charming apartment in Victorian home. (from USD 105)
If you’ve always dreamed of living in a Victorian home, you just have to stay in this Airbnb for your next trip to Chicago. The apartment for rent occupies the second story of this lovely house and has two bedrooms, with enough space for four people. It is spacious and beautifully decorated, making it the perfect place to sleep after a long day of sightseeing. Chicago is full of amazing museums that attract visitors from the whole world. A must see is the Field Museum, a natural history museum that has been open for over 100 years!
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we used the air mattress which lost a little air each night but was still comfortablethe space was cozy & comfortable with great amenitiesthe space is just as described perfect for 3-4 people and very cozywe are especially grateful for the coffee and breakfast items she providedthe space easily accommodated three adults and the beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
great place very clean and comfortablevery clean place quiet areanice clean spacious and very comfortablevery clean and well put together placeit was warm and cleanHost:
carole and dennis were fantastic hostsall the little extra's provided by the host in the apartment was so nicecarol was an exceptionally gracious and responsive hostgreat host carol has thought about everything you could possibly needvery nice house and very good hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location near a super market within walking distance and other storesit was a very convenient location in a safe neighborhoodwonderful apartment in a great safe locationvery close to lots of food places and the neighborhood is safeeasy access to chicago on the train and close proximity to the tinley park hollwood casino amphitheater
6. Comfortable and quiet private home
Staying in this gorgeous home will make you feel like you’re a native of the area! Up to five guests can enjoy staying in this private home. It has three bedrooms and one-and-a-half bathrooms, with lots of space and seating areas to make things cozy. There is a full kitchen, living room, and enclosed front porch from which you can enjoy the quiet, tree-lined neighborhood. In just a short drive or ride on the train, you can be in downtown Chicago. If you’re up for some fun activities, be sure to stop by Navy Pier. This pier on the shore of Lake Michigan features rides, including the iconic Ferris wheel, restaurants, museums, and performances!
Blue Island, Illinois, United States
2.99 km (1.9 mi) from Kennedy (Dennis) ParkAccommodates: 5
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the amenities provided made our stay even more special and comfortablevery nice place with lots of roomlots of space and great kitchenvery comfy bed and the house gets tons of natural light which i lovethe beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable accommodationsthis place is pretty clean like seriously cleanbeautiful and clean homeclean & comfy place with lots of nice touchesvery clean and beautiful place to stay inHost:
mary is a lovely hostthe hosts were greatthe host are very nice peoplekaryn is a great hostkaryn was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within easy reach of downtown and good restaurants close by toothe park was also very close and a great adventureit was close to interstate for chicago attractionsthis place was super convenient and in a great locationthis house was 2 blocks away from a great park with a pool
7. Charming, Italian-inspired private room (from USD 66)
Inspired by Italian décor, this room rental is thoughtfully decorated to make guests feel like they are staying in luxury! With a bed large enough for up to two guests, the room also features dark drapes and a plush carpet. The bathroom is a vibrant shade with a unique mirror, the perfect place to start your day! A living room features comfy seating as well as a decorative column. This rental is close to public transportation, meaning you are minutes away from Chicago’s most famous sights. Every visitor to the Windy City must visit Millennium Park and take a picture in front of its giant reflective sculpture. Officially named Cloud Gate, the 42-foot (12.8-meter)-tall structure by Anish Kapoor has been affectionately dubbed the bean because of its curvy shape. Admire how the sculpture beautifully mirrors the city surroundings and snap a picture of your own reflection on its side!
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the room is nice and the deck above the garden is fantasticthe room was perfect lots of closet spaceenjoyed sitting on the balcony and our talks in the kitchennice garden patio and roomthe bed was very comfortable and there was space in the closet for hanging up your clothesCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable stayclean quiet comfortablethoughtful touches & very cleana beautiful and sparkling clean houseroom and bathroom were cleanHost:
the host is very nicejoe was a very nice hostjoe is a great hostwith his friendly and helpful attitude he made us feel welcomejoe was an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is very peaceful and safe there are plenty of stores in walking distance from the housegood location and price if you have an event at tinley parki recommend this location to anyone who is staying in the chicago areagreat place in chicago suburbsgreat place very nice neighborhood and excellent fellow to deal with
8. Spacious three bedroom apartment (from USD 80)
Why stay in a cramped and expensive hotel room in downtown Chicago when you can stay in this spacious three bedroom apartment just minutes away for a portion of the cost? Located in a suburb south of the city, this apartment can host up to eight people in its three bedrooms. The neighborhood is friendly and quiet, with lots of transportation options into the city located nearby. Chicago is known for its beloved sports teams, especially the recent World Series champions the Cubs! This apartment has easy access to Wrigley Field, where you can see a Cubs game, a musical performance, or take a tour of the historic stadium.
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i had a great stay my fur babies and i couldn't have been more comfortablethe space was great for a group of friends lots of room for the rateeasy to get in and out of chicago cool rooms and super cheap we were very impressednice place bed sheets need to be replaced bit oldexcept for the bathroom and kitchen other things are goodCleanliness:
very clean and niceher place was very clean and spaciousthe apartment was clean looked great and we were provided with clean linens and towelsit was clean for the most partused bathroom sink to clean dishesHost:
host was quick to reply provided awesome ammenitiesthe host was very friendly and nicelakeia was an amazing hosthost was very responsive and helpfullakeia was very understanding and a great host overallRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay definitely consider staying at this location it is a very comfortable locationi choose this home for its location and dog friendlinessi only stayed one night but the house was cute great location from what i needed to dothe neighborhood is very urban but the unit offers quiet enjoyment privacy and securitycan’t beat the price plus off street parking in a fenced area was really nice
9. Cozy and charming home in Beverly
This rental is located in a charming, historic home in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. The house was built in 1898 and the room for rent was actually once the maid’s quarters! Today it is a private bedroom and bathroom that is perfectly sized for two guests. Guests are welcome to take advantage of this beautiful home, which has a lovely patio with barbecue, and a charming front porch and pergola. Within walking distance are many restaurants and bars, as well as public transportation downtown. If you’re an art lover, Chicago is the perfect city to visit. It has multiple art museums renowned for their diverse collections. Three to include in your itinerary are the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the National Museum of Mexican Art!
Chicago, Illinois, United States
1.76 km (1.1 mi) from Kennedy (Dennis) ParkTop guest reviews
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convenient room setup made our stay easyit was very comfortable it was like having your own mini placeCleanliness:
be ready for a basic but clean room and bathroomspace was comfortable and clean close to downtown area and transit in a walkable neighborhoodHost:
kenneth and his family were great hostskenneth was a welcoming friendly and very acommodating hostlovely historic home beautiful neighborhood gracious hostkenneth and noreen are lovely people very accommodatingken is a wonderful host kind and accommodating and the house is big and comfortable and homeyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was an easy walk to downtown beverly nestled in a gorgeous neighborhoodlocation is excellent if working in beverlythe house is a lovely historic home conveniently located near train stations and quaint restaurants and a beautiful neighborhoodthe location particularly this block was picturesque adorable and straight out of a really great movie
10. Private bungalow perfect for a large group
In a crowded area like the surroundings of Chicago, it can be hard to find an entire home to rent, especially one large enough for a big group. This bungalow Airbnb can accommodate up to 10 people, making it the perfect choice for a gathering of friends or family! With four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even a basement, this home is spacious enough that everyone can feel comfortable and relaxed. It is located in the historic community of Beverly, and Chicago can be easily reached by public transit or car in a short time. Driving in by car is like a tour of the city itself, passing through historic neighborhoods like Chatham, Woodlawn, and the South Loop along the way.
3.41 km (2.2 mi) from Kennedy (Dennis) Park
A convenient and charming Chicago suburb
Blue Island has everything a traveler could want or need—a charming historic flair, easily walkable streets with dozens of restaurants and cafes, and proximity to one of the world’s most amazing cities. It also happens to have lots of Airbnb rentals that reflect the historic roots of the area, while also having modern conveniences! Consider a stay in Blue Island next time you visit the Windy City, and enjoy the variety of life in the suburbs.
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