When it comes to finding the perfect place to stay in Chicago, the choices can be overwhelming. Modern lakefront hotels tempt with swanky, minimalist designs, and their luxury, Euro-style counterparts prove just as enticing. Perhaps most frustratingly, guests must often decide between the jaw-dropping aesthetics of vintage accommodations and the creature comforts of contemporary dwellings.

Situated by a stunning row of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed townhomes, Dusk to Dawn offers the best of both worlds. The guest rooms in this historic Prairie District Victorian offer a stunning passage to turn-of-the-century Chicago, with all of the modern amenities you'll need to stay sane. Built in 1885, this striking bed and breakfast is within easy walking distance of Lake Michigan, McCormick Place and all the festivities of Navy Pier. A hand-carved Scottish mantle dominates the painstakingly preserved parlor, and the high ceilings, stained-glass detailing and picturesque bay window will keep you there all day. A deluxe continental breakfast is served every morning in the formal dining room, or you can choose to take your coffee outside, in the lovingly landscaped patio garden. The three guest rooms at Dusk to Dawn each pay unique homage to the history of Chicago, and include comfy king-size beds, work desks and plenty of yesteryear memorabilia. In the event that airport security confiscates your carry-on, the private bathrooms here stock the necessary toiletries.

An enchanting sanctuary for tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of old-world Chicago, this charming spot is also an ideal respite for locals looking to tickle the more romantic side of their hometown.

Centerstage Reviewer: K. Tighe