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The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

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A modern interior with a green sofa, wooden accents, and pendant lighting.
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A restaurant with a patterned wall, leather booth seating, and green chairs.
A modern lobby with a green sofa, seating, and a bar area.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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200 N FIELD DRIVE, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
  • Place, Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Conway Farms Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a large TV mounted on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 644 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower)

A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, a small round table, a wooden bench, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a grey sofa with a geometric pillow, a small round table, and a beige ottoman. The floor is wooden, and there is a patterned rug.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a book, a bed, a desk, and a large window.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor)

A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, a small round table, a wooden bench, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table with a book, a bed, a desk, and a large window.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 294 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed)

A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, a small round table, a wooden bench, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

In Lake Forest .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital and 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Forest College with a stay here. Chicago Botanic Garden is within 9 miles (15 km) and Ravinia Park is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Conway Farms Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lake Forest College - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • West Lake Forest Station - 5 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yard House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

3-star hotel near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2250 square feet (209 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Lake Forest hotel is smoke free.

  • 156 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2250 sq ft of conference space
  • 209 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt offers 156 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run movies, and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 15 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run movies
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 35 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Forester A Hyatt Place
THE Forester Hotel BY Hyatt Place
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Hotel
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Lake Forest
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Hotel Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt to the airport?

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt is 12.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt on Sep 6, 2026 start from $375, including 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 The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt.

How close is The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt to the beach?

This hotel is 6.5 mi (20-min drive) from Lakeview Beach and Dock and 6.9 mi (20-min drive) from Forest Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 35 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Temporary by American Place (12-min drive) and American Place Casino (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 5.0 per night.

Does The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt have a pool?

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt does not have a pool.

Does The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt to downtown Lake Forest?

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt is 3.2 mi away from Lake Forest.

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 202 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff and an upgraded facility!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizaveta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice hotel! Super clean, great restaurant and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great! Very clean, the staff was amazing, and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everybody was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and we loved our room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nate

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

Great stay

Great staff and a lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff who assisted with questions, and excellent dining on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and property! Food was amazing as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was immaculate, service was friendly and everyone was incredibly helpful and professional. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property clean new and GREAT FOOD!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Highly recommend this place. Easy to get to plenty of parking, rooms were clean and updated. We were asked at arrival if we wanted our room cleaned and fresh towels during our stay. That doesn’t happen anymore. We ate at the in house restaurant and that was good too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LeRoss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable hotel in pleasant surroundings. Close to the interstate and dining and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean and bed super comfortable, as well as bed linens
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay ! Has complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing. Everyone was nice. The room was spacious and clean. They have a restaurant in the hotel and it was just as amazing. I will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet with attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place to stay in Lake Forest!

Loved the hotel! Newer property, clean, friendly staff and comfy beds. We were definitely pleased with our hotel choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Clean

Very clean and comfortable hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, first new hotel in Lake Forest in decades.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and updated property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very simple process staff very helpful. Dinner was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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