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Carleton of Oak Park

Carleton of Oak Park
Carleton of Oak Park – Oak Park, IL
Carleton of Oak Park – Oak Park, IL
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Carleton of Oak Park

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.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 1068 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Just ok , nothing special, wished the coffee machine clean enough to make a coffee, the kitchen doesn’t have trash bags , some service room been skipped.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Wifi not very good. Couldn't open the window to air out the room. I would've preferred a desk to the table.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I was ready to take a HOT shower but the running water after 2 min was lukewarm too cool to shower in. Finally at the 4 minute mark the water was HOT! I enjoyed a great shower I just needed to be patient! Great staff, very clean, historic and interesting, and slower time to getting Hot water but all in all I would recommend!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I stayed in one of the smaller rooms, which was fine for me and my 1 night stay. The bed was on the firm side, which I definitely enjoyed. The firmer the better for me! There were 2 sinks in the bathroom even though it was probably one of their smaller rooms. The block glass window in the shower was nice for natural light, and provided space to put my shower items. There was a a kitchen area with a large college dorm room type of fridge and a microwave. I arrived a couple hours before check in and was able to get into my room without any extra fees some places seem to be doing to nickel and dime you - such a turn off. So I appreciated that for sure. There are various parking lots nearby, so grab a map to be prepared in case one is full. I was back pretty late at night, so one was full, but the map guided me to another one near, which had all 4 spots available, on a Thursday night. Plenty of restaurants, bars, and shopping a short walk away, and of course the Green line and the Metra if going to Chicago without having to take your car and park. Overall, a great stay, and I wouldn't hesitate to stay again while in the area.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    What a gem! Fabulous hotel, great location, and well worth it.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Even though we asked the front desk twice the empty hair conditioner dispenser was never filled. And on our second m oe=rning we put the "Clean Room" sign on the door and the room was NO"t cleaned.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Lovely boutique hotel in a cute neighborhood with great restaurants.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Old property. Free parking is available for 5 slots only. Overall ok experience.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very nice location and price was good for it

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    But everything was perfect. It is a beautiful place and though we were there for one night and literally no time to enjoy sights and food we will come back.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We love staying here when we book a show at Fitzgerald’s. It’s charming, has two great restaurants attached, rooms have everything you need, and we always sleep comfortably.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Spacious room, very clean, comfortable bed and very quiet. Wonderful location.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel was conveniently located in a nice neighborhood with shops and restaurants. It had a cool vintage style. Parking was easy. Check-in and check-out weren't particularly friendly, just neutral. The elevator was rickety. The room was spacious, and the beds were comfortable. The bathroom was vintage, in a good way. Would stay again if in the area.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The plug in the bathtub had an excesive amount of mold on it. The bathroom door top hinge was almost coming off so the door did not close properly.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great stay very convenient location a a charming older property

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean, spacious room.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Venerable old hotel. On-site restaurant was great. Staff was very helpful. Great location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very spacious and clean rooms, customer friendly staff, excellent restaurant.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is super charming and the room was clean and comfortable with the exception of the very firm mattress. I guess you like it firm or you don't! The staff was very friendly and the onsite restaurants were great. I'd stay again and recommend it to my friends.

Frequently asked questions about Carleton of Oak Park

Does Carleton of Oak Park have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Carleton of Oak Park offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Carleton of Oak Park offer parking?
Yes, Carleton of Oak Park offers free parking on-site.
Does Carleton of Oak Park have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Carleton of Oak Park features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Carleton of Oak Park have a fitness center?
Yes, Carleton of Oak Park features an on-site fitness center for guests.
Where is Carleton of Oak Park located, and how walkable is the area?
Carleton of Oak Park is located at 1110 Pleasant St, Oak Park, IL 60302. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Carleton of Oak Park
  • United Center 6.6 mi
  • Midway Airport 7.3 mi
  • Haymarket affair 8.2 mi
  • Chicago "L" 8.2 mi
  • O'Hare International Airport 8.3 mi
  • Great Chicago Fire 8.4 mi
  • Chicago O'hare 8.5 mi

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