Carleton of Oak Park

3.0 star property
3-star boutique hotel near Concordia University Chicago

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Exterior detail
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
2 bars/lounges
Exterior Entrance, Motel Room | Courtyard view
LCD TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1110 Pleasant St, Oak Park, IL, 60302
  • Concordia University Chicago
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Brookfield Zoo
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(116 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exterior Entrance, Motel Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Oak Park

In historical district.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Oak Park hotel, you'll find Concordia University Chicago and Dominican University. Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Museum and House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Concordia University Chicago - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Brookfield Zoo - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 21 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Harlem-Lake Station (Green Line) - 2 min walk
  • Oak Park Station - 4 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪CAVA - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BeerShop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Carleton of Oak Park

3-star boutique hotel near Concordia University Chicago
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2497 square feet (232 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Carleton of Oak Park. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Oak Park hotel is smoke free.

  • 153 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2497 sq ft of conference space
  • 232 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Carleton of Oak Park offers 153 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Carleton of Oak Park to the airport?

Carleton of Oak Park is 10.2 mi (27-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Carleton of Oak Park?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carleton of Oak Park on Oct 16, 2025 start from $136.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Carleton of Oak Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carleton of Oak Park.

How close is Carleton of Oak Park to the beach?

This hotel is 12.1 mi (27-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 12.9 mi (29-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carleton of Oak Park offer free breakfast?

Carleton of Oak Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carleton of Oak Park?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (15-min drive) and Rivers Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Carleton of Oak Park?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Carleton of Oak Park?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Carleton of Oak Park have a pool?

Carleton of Oak Park does not have a pool.

Does Carleton of Oak Park have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Carleton of Oak Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carleton of Oak Park to downtown Oak Park?

Carleton of Oak Park is 1 mi away from Oak Park.

Carleton of Oak Park Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1031 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1031 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in Oak Park with some friends, so we were in 3 rooms total. The hotel was nice. The location was good and very close to the L station, so it was amazingly easy to get to loop and downtown. We didn't use the restaurants. The hotel is vintage. This means dated to some extent but the overall it comes together nicely. Very clean. The bath lacked much vanity space but my chest was right beside the bathroom door so no issue. I rated an 8 because I did experience that there was no service. I stayed 2 nights. I am fine not changng the towels for 1 day but would have liked a re-stock of the coffee. Also the coffee maker leaked which created a mess to clean up. I did fnd the walls thing and the room next to me had the TV on all night. I called at 4AM and the desk person said they would call then to have them turn it down but it didn't happen. (I could hear the TV clearly so would have heard if their phone rang.) I would definlty stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A respite in the city.

Easy check-in. All the front desk, staff, friendly and accommodating, plenty of towels and coffee from housekeeping. We'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jonas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, nice vibe. No smell, quiet. Excellent location, train is right there. The shower faucet could be less wobbly. What quite unpleasant you surprised me that there were no USB ports to charge the phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is exquisite. It is clean, historic, quiet. The proximity to shops and restaurants is awesome. We only went to one of the attached restaurants, Poor Phil’s, but it’s is a must visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great city!

Location is perfect for restaurants, shopping, walk to train in to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing keeping this prperty from 5 stars from me is the rooms being a little dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Agata

Business traveler
Great location. Little dated
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Izabella

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely older property with large nicely appointed rooms. Convenient to walking everywhere. Have stayed here before and will again. If visiting Oak Park this is a great option!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025