The Publishing House Bed and Breakfast

Amazing, every detail was beyond fantastic. My wife and I travel a lot and have stayed all over the world, B&B's are our favorite, but sometimes you end up in hotels (ugg). Shawn and Kimberly are fantastic hosts and you will not be disappointed. Their staff are just as welcoming too. Did I mention the made-to-order breakfast was one of the best we have ever had! Every little nuance is welcoming, warm, and enjoyable. Did I mention the heated bathroom floor? What a dream! Wine bar and spa on-site, with free street parking in the area. My wife and I have found a new favorite! And I will be moving my business travel hotel stays, around 16 a year in the west loop, to The Publishing House Bed and Breakfast.
5 7 years ago (21-04-2018)

Staying at this place will FAR EXCEED your every expectation! The rooms are very clean, cozy, and must have good sound insulation as I slept like a baby! The rooms are also so thoughtfully designed. I loved the heated floors in my bathroom (February...in Chicago!) and the large windows provided a lovely perch to view the city beyond. The the staff was helpful, informative and unobtrusive - the perfect balance. And the two pugs - Louie & Angus - are, of course, adorable and friendly. One more point....you could go out for breakfast but why would you when the breakfast they serve here is far better than anything you'll find anywhere else? My only hesitation at writing this review is that by doing so, reservations will be that much harder to get in the future. Keep up the excellent work and thank you for the much needed cure to my February Blues! I'll be back and I'll sing your praises to anyone asking!
5 7 years ago (07-02-2018)

This is, without a doubt, the best lodging experience I've had in my life. Don't be fooled by the somewhat strange, not-exactly-the-b-and-b-you-were-expecting exterior. Go through the BLUE door off of May street. It looks locked, but it isn't! The owners immediately made me feel at home. The upstairs has 24 hour access to loose leaf tea, coffee with French presses, and small snacks including homemade cookies and pastries left over from the previous breakfast. And you can take any of it into your room, no problem.!There is instant boiling water and cool filtered water. The decor, from the wall art to the snack plates, is amazing. The architecture and decoration of the inside of the building gave me life goals for my future home. The beds are EXTREMELY comfortable. The food. Is. Amazing. It's the best breakfast I've ever had, and I love breakfast food. The common spaces are perfect for studying (I'm a medical student) or just hanging out with a book or board game. The rooms are pretty soundproof. They have music going on in the common area at all times and it's undetectable once you close your door. There is a wine bar downstairs that's accessible via elevator that was also fabulous, though a bit pricey. It didn't take us more than 15 minutes to uber anywhere into the city, and I was able to find free street parking. Just be careful of any signs if you do choose to park on the street. There is 1 parking spot available for $20. We stayed in "Bellow".
5 7 years ago (02-04-2018)

Went there after an 18 hour day at work, tired and worn out. Woke up refreshed, well fed and renewed. Has a great conversation with the owners and staff. It felt like talking to long time friends. What a great sanctuary in the midst of all the construction and chaos of the city. Looking forward to a longer visit next time!
5 7 years ago (03-04-2018)

This is hands down the best Bed and Breakfast in Chicago! The hospitality by the husband and wife owners made mine and my husbands stay unforgettable and we will encourage our friends, family and total strangers to give Publishing House a try, you’ll probably have a similar experience. Bravo Kimberly and Shawn, you guys seriously deliver 👏👏👏👏👏👏
5 7 years ago (27-02-2018)