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4.6 out of 5

"A historic building with comfortable room. Terrible desk service. " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 29 Oct 2023

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Hotel Description

Boutique hotel near Concordia University Chicago

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).

Dining options, 2 bars/lounges

This boutique hotel's 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and gym are some of the featured amenities. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, a lobby fireplace, and express check-in are also offered.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$152* Per night/room May 18 - May 19

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Exterior Entrance, Motel Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Carleton of Oak Park ratings based on 21 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Carleton of Oak Park

Everyone (11) Couples (4) Family (5)
5 out of 5
Great staff

Posted by on Feb 23, 2024

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3 out of 5
A historic building with comfortable room. Terrible desk service.

Posted by on Oct 29, 2023

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5 out of 5
The staff including the housekeepers always greeted me when I walked past them. The facility is in a great location and the dinning options where great.

Posted by on Sep 14, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from POLK on Aug 30, 2023

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5 out of 5
It’s very unique

Posted by on Mar 12, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 11, 2022

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4 out of 5
Location excellent. Nice rooms. Heat too high and not adjustable. Had to turn on AC in Chicago in February

Posted by on Feb 21, 2022

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4 out of 5
Everything is fine

Posted by on Dec 20, 2021

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 19, 2021

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3 out of 5
For the price, would have expected higher quality room with soundproofing. Could hear people in their room next door even by walking down the hallway and when we got into our room it was very noisy. Small noisy room with no breakfast included was very disappointing for the price.

Posted by , from MISSION VIEJO on Nov 7, 2021

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Property Features

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 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Oak Park Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Metro station: Harlem-Lake Station (Green Line) (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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. Kitchenettes offer 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.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Pillowtop beds
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Weekday newspapers (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

Guests can enjoy full breakfast for a fee.

Carleton of Oak Park has 2 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 1 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 18
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Number of children who can stay free - 4
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8.00–15.00 per person
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • Carleton Hotel
  • Carleton Hotel Oak Park
  • Carleton Oak Park
  • Oak Park Carleton
  • Carleton Of Oak Park
  • The Carleton Of Oak Park Hotel Oak Park
  • Carleton Oak Park Hotel
  • Carleton of Oak Park Hotel
  • Carleton of Oak Park Oak Park
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You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.