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Joy's Joy: Traveler Reviews

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Average price*: $120 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 based on 3 reviews 3 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 28 B&Bs in Chicago
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  • Rooms: 2
Property Type: Bed and Breakfast
  • Guest rooms in a private home or small hotel that includes breakfast in the price of lodging.
Address:
1448 W. Pensacola Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613-1308

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Reviews of Joy's Joy

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“Great Place”

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5 of 5 stars
North Carolina
Jun 10, 2008

I was attending The Chicago Mosaic School and Joy's Joy is a perfect location in North Central Chicago. It's a 10 minute walk through a beautiful historic neighborhood; safe and tranquil. Joy's home is full of antiques and original woodwork. The bathroom is large and modernized as was the kitchen and everything felt clean and comfortable. There is a lovely sunrooom on the back to enjoy morning breakfast and read the paper in silence which I really enjoyed. I liked the informality of helping myself to the variety of cold breakfast cereals and pastries. The bed room was very comfortable too. The bed was perfectly firm and I liked the robe to go to and from the bathroom. Joy is also open to feedback and helpful. I highly recommend her B&B and would definitely stay there again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location
    • Disliked — Nothing
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Eyestotheworld's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2008
Member since: April 29, 2004
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles
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“A Different Kind of B&B”

Joy's Joy

Jun 2, 2008

The neighborhood is very nice, quiet, and close to local attractions. The house is very nice. Joy was gone most of the time. Beds are extremely hard. Breakfast is continental style. You may get the feel that you are staying with your aunt while visiting and maybe not a B&B. If you like a relaxed and quiet atmosphere, then this stay is for you.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Atmosphere
    • Disliked — Beds
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
UnitedStatesReviewer's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 25-34
Member since: June 02, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“A Hidden Gem”

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5 of 5 stars
Edmonton
Oct 14, 2007

We were pleasantly surprised with Joy's Joy. While it is on a quiet sidestreet, it is right between Andersonville and Uptown. We really enjoyed the Andersonville strip.

Joy has loaded her house with antiques, and she is more than happy to share the story behind any of the pieces. Breakfast was huge and we kept on turning down offers for more.

The only drawback is that the bathroom is shared with the other suite and being an old house noise can be a problem at night if people are coming home late or going to the bathroom.

You actually feel like you are staying at a friend's home rather than a B&B.

Barry

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Panchoy's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: October 14, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Other
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1448 W. Pensacola Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613-1308