Chicago

• HCSN provides a wide range of serviced and furnished apartments from studio to two bedrooms in 9 different high rises located in downtown Chicago but also in the suburbs in more residential amenities.
• The 9 downtown locations give easy access to shops, restaurants, movie theaters and outdoor activities.
• Most of the locations have a garage or parking available.
• Prices vary from one location to another as well as services.
• High quality and services. Several locations have their own washer and dryer in units, for others, the laundry is located in the amenities. Most of the time, it also includes access to the fitness center (often with a swimming pool). HCSN has been awarded 9 times Best Corporate Suites in the Chicagoland area by the Chicagoland Apartment Association.
• Reservation can be made online. You can also have direct assistance over the phone.
• Most of the locations downtown has high-speed internet access included or available. Only one residence has free wireless internet access (the Chicagoan)

Manilow Suites specializes in Corporate Housing and Short-Term Corporate Suites in Chicago.

• Manilow Suites offers a wide range of furnished apartments with 9 locations across the city. But this service is only for corporate businesses. This company offers beautiful accommodations from studio to 2 bedrooms. As only up to 2 bedrooms apartments are available, it might be a problem for a large family.
• High quality services but expensive rates.
• All the residencies are located downtown for easy access to transportation (CTA buses, CTA trains, Mera trains), shopping areas, restaurants and bars.
• There are supermarkets on-site or close and will even deliver to your unit.
• Most of the residencies include a fitness center with an indoor or outdoor pool sometimes both of them.
• Among the numerous services and apartment equipment, a weekly maid service is included as well as free-speed internet.
• In some residencies, it is possible to rent a space in a parking lot close by.

• The Marriott Residence Inn offers furnished and serviced studios, one-bedroom suites, and two bedrooms suites, all with a kitchen. Rates may vary according to the season you check-in. They offer long-term stay rates (more than 30 nights).
• One and two bedroom suites are equipped with sofa beds for extra beddings.
• Medium quality services.
• It includes access to the fitness center but there is no swimming pool in the amenities.
• Several PCs offer free internet access in the lobby. High-speed internet access available but the wireless did not always work in the guest rooms.
• Complimentary buffet breakfast daily.
• A valet parking is available for a $50 daily fee. Offsite parking is also available for a $20 hourly fee or $30 daily fee.
• Located downtown at a few steps from the Magnificent Mile, the Lakeshore and its beach, the Marriot Residence Inn Chicago downtown gives an easy access to buses and taxis as well as restaurants and shopping mall.
• This place might be a good compromise for expatriates who have no help from their companies or agencies to look for temporary accommodation.

• This website lists all the offers for short-term leases and furnished accommodations in Chicago and its suburbs. The service is free but to access to a list of available accommodations you have to give your contact details. Their system matches your needs (area, accommodation’s size, budget etc. …) and available properties on the market, as well as providers.
• This website also gives useful information about rental rates in Chicago and its suburbs for temporary furnished apartments.
• It might be a good start for expatriates who have no help from their companies or agencies to look for temporary accommodation.

• China Doll offers 2 houses with 3 large apartments each to rent as well as a coach house (maximum occupancy 12), and a vintage apartment (maximum occupancy 4).
• They offer longer stay discounts (20% off) when you stay 14 nights or more. For stays of more than 2 weeks, inquire with them directly about their rates. They offer lower monthly rates. Rates also vary according to which accommodation you choose and range from $195 to $425 per night.
• Very good quality service: there is no fitness center and swimming pools but all the China Dollhouses are located close to the lake and its running trail. Nevertheless, for training addicted, the owners have made special arrangements with two gym clubs in the neighborhood.
• Located in the Lincoln Park community area, the China Doll houses benefit from easy access to downtown by public transportation or car. If you want a quiet time and pace after visiting Chicago in search of your definitive home sweet home, the China Dollhouses might be a good alternative to the downtown apart-hotels. It might also be the right choice for large families.