Fantastic Stay!
The Fairfield Downtown is a great value. Tucked in between two brownstones on a tree lined street, it is located a block from Michigan Avenue and just a 10-15 minute walk to Navy Pier. It is located perfectly for families and couples alike. We spent a long weekend here and couldn't have been happier. The lobby is small but bright and fun. The service was wonderful, and the employees were always ready to help with dining recommendations or directions. Our room was small, however it was spotless and we even had a small view of the lake. Our room, 1206, was very quiet. It had a small coffee maker, an iron, a large TV and wireless or ethernet access. It did not have a safe, so if you need one be sure to check into that ahead of time. 
 I didn't have high expectations for the free breakfast, and was pleasantly surprised. The breakfast room was decorated brightly and simply. It overlooked the street with large windows and pretty flower boxes. There was more than enough seating. Some of the offerings included, fresh cooked oatmeal with fruit, nuts or brown sugar, breakfast sandwiches, doughnuts, waffles, bagels, English muffins, fruit, juice coffee, yogurt, cereal, coffee or milk.
 There is no pool, but there is a small exercise room. 
Spotless, great location, friendly staff, good breakfast, quiet and comfortable rooms, easy parking. You can't beat that.