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Carleton of Oak Park

3.0 star property
Travelers can savor local flavors at two welcoming restaurants or unwind by the lobby fireplace after exploring nearby Concordia University Chicago

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The Carleton of Oak Park offers charm and convenience. Guests enjoy hearty meals at two on-site restaurants and relax with drinks by the cozy lobby fireplace. Free in-room WiFi and helpful staff enhance the stay. Dry cleaning services are available near Dominican University.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior Entrance, Motel Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(132 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Oak Park, Carleton of Oak Park is in the historical district and near the airport. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Soldier Field or McCormick Place. Visit our Oak Park travel guide
Map
1110 Pleasant St, Oak Park, IL, 60302

What's nearby

  • Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District
    Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Unity Temple
    Unity Temple
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ernest Hemingway Museum and House
    Ernest Hemingway Museum and House
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Madison Street Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Concordia University Chicago
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sweetgreen
    5 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    3 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    5 min walk
  • Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • First Watch
    6 min walk

About this property

Carleton of Oak Park

Boutique hotel near Concordia University Chicago
Located close to Dominican University, Carleton of Oak Park provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and 2 bars. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, wedding services, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 153 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,497 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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
Carleton of Oak Park Hotel Oak Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Carleton of Oak Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Carleton of Oak Park located?

Situated near the airport, this boutique hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Concordia University Chicago and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Dominican University. Willis Tower and Art Institute of Chicago are also within 12 mi (20 km). Harlem-Lake Station (Green Line) and Oak Park Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Carleton of Oak Park Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to local fair, good parking, great value for the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting and unique. Great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mellissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the classic, quaint vibe. Staff is fantastic, polite and professional, clean, bright room, easy access to trains, restaurants, coffee etc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect, the lobby and building overall is beautiful, and the staff was so kind and generous with me when I missed checkout time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a main building and extra rooms outside the main building. Area is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Hotel and Courteous Staff .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for an United Center event. Classic decor. Clean and comforatable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Clean room, beautiful lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and lovely room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night- it was quiet, the room was fine, the location is great for drop off at Rush, which is just a half mile away. There is an Egg Harbor about a block away which is great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great quaint hotel! Near many local businesses. Can walk to restaurants. There is also a bar and restaurant at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and great location 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great attentive staff, quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room, comfy bed, nice bar/pub attached.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and loved the little motel room, my first time staying in one, like a little apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat older hotel, bar and grill onsite was great. Friendly staff all around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, quiet, beds are very comfortable. We love the free parking and having two restaurants so close to get take out food with ease
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased with my stay. I was able to check in early. The staff was uniformly polite and professional. The room was spotless! The hotel's restaurant and bar were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was great. Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always polite, helpful and accommodating. Rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. Showers are nice. I always stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025