Hotel Carleton of Oak Park (Chicago, USA)

The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel in Chicago was first opened in 1928 and still retains much of its original décor and appointments, giving guests a true sense of time-honored tradition. Plenty of wood paneling throughout the lobby, restaurant and bar areas, while rooms also reflect a more traditional mood in their décor.

The hotel boasts two unique dining options for guest to enjoy. Barclay's American Grille serves traditional American cuisine and includes a private outdoor patio for dining. Poor Phil's Restaurant is located on the first floor. This restaurant serves a wider range of both traditional and international modern dishes and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The property is well-situated and is just 16 kilometers from the Chicago city center. Guests not travelling by car can make use of the CTA Green Line Trains and nearby Oak Park Metro Station. Other interesting attractions include the Ernest Hemingway Museum which is just a fifteen minute walk from the hotel and the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, a five minute drive away.

The Carleton of Oak Park hotel interestingly features two options, the traditional hotel and the more relaxed and affordable motel/motor lodge annex. It is important to know that there are two options, with very different amenities and features available before booking to avoid disappointment.

Guests booking into the hotel should be aware that no complimentary breakfast option is included with the room rate. All meals are separate and charged for as additional items.

While parking is free to hotel guests, the spaces available are limited in number and small in space, making for a trying and tricky parking experience.