review: I have to add to the positive reviews of the Hotel Carlton. Our experience here was excellent. The front desk was super helpful and friendly, helping get us checked in early even though we hadn't requested it and showing us how to take the train to the huge embarrassing Bears game we were in town for. We had absolutely no problems with our room or the &quot;thin walls&quot; other reviewers complained about. The bed and bedding were very clean and comfortable and the bathroom fixtures were new (ok, the tub could use a replacement). The quality of the furnishings totally blew away the bargain price we paid for the room.I guess if you're not from a city you could think the surrounding neighborhood is sketchy. But we didn't think so at all. It's just urban. We walked back home every night after midnight and there was always lots of activity and people out and about. We loved being right in the middle of everything - a short walk to Union Square, Chinatown, and lots of bars and restos. I am so glad we took a chance and stayed at the Hotel Carlton. We would definitely stay here again or at another Joie de Vivre hotel.
question: Was the service good?
The front desk was super helpful and friendly