About this property
Less than a 5-minute walk from CTA Green Line trains and the Oak Park Metra station, this historic hotel features guest rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features 2 restaurants on site. A microwave and a refrigerator are included in all rooms at Carleton of Oak Park. A work desk and a hairdryer are also provided in each guest room. Complimentary access to an off-site fitness center, less than a 5-minute walk from the property, is available to all guests. A laundromat and dry cleaning service are available on site at Oak Park Carleton. Free parking is available to all guests. Barclay´s American Grille, just off the main lobby, features classic American cuisine in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Poor Phil´s Restaurant, on the first floor of the Carleton, is serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Downtown Chicago is 10 miles from this hotel. The birthplace of Ernest Hemingway is less than a 5-minute drive from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Burchfield
United States“Very elegant, great location, helpful staff, spacious rooms.” - Mary
Canada“We loved the charm of this well-kept older building. We enjoyed the large bathroom that had 2 sinks. The room was quite large overall and the hotel was extremely convenient to the rail line and several restaurants and coffee houses. We enjoyed our...” - Brinkman United States“Great location, walking distance to downtown oak park shops and restaurants. Hotel is clean and well kept. Beds are super comfy!”
- Nick United States“The hotel was clean and the staff was nice. The surrounding neighborhood was nice as well.”
Stavros United States“The front desk manager worked with us when we had to cancel our second night suddenly due to family matters”- Satoko
Spain“Parking Near to the station Ambiente alrededor Terrace restaurant Easy to walk near by shops” - Jakub
Czech Republic“Old charming hotel in a really nice and safe neighborhood full of shops and restaurants. Decent value too. About 30 min L ride from the city.” - Fred United States“Pleasant room and bath. Tasteful decor. Microwave, fridge, sink. Comfortable temp. Convenient parking.”
- Elizabeth United States“Oak Park is a vibrant community outside of Chicago and is a wonderful setting full of history and culture (both Frank Lloyd Wright and Ernest Hemingway called it home!) and fabulous shops and restaurants. LOVE Oak Park!!! And the hotel was up to...”
- Rebecca United States“The staff were outstanding. The rooms are a nice size and layout. You have room to exist, and don’t feel crammed in to room. Can’t say enough how happy we were with the bed. It was very comfortable. Love the old charm, the fantastic location, and...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Please note that the "Economy Room" is in a building separate from the hotel. This building has guest rooms with exterior entrances.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
