Ornate fireplace with mirror, candles, and yellow flowers, flanked by wall sconces at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Our boutique hotel is a local landmark and the destination of choice for thousands of visitors who travel near and to Chicago. Local attractions, such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home & Studio and Hemingway’s Birth House are within several blocks of the hotel. Downtown Chicago is just 10 miles away and conveniently accessible via train. The CTA and Metra Train Stations are located one block from the hotel.

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Welcome to
the Carleton of Oak Park

Whether you’re visiting the Chicago area for business or pleasure, The Carleton of Oak Park offers gracious accommodations in the Oak Park tradition. Our hotel is nestled in a residential historic district and within walking distance of downtown Oak Park, IL. The Carleton, has been providing area visitors with exceptional service for over ninety years.

Ornate fireplace with mirror, candles, and yellow flowers, flanked by wall sconces at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel
Plaza Lounge area with wooden bookshelf and two pattered chairs around a glass table at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel
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Our boutique hotel is a local landmark and the destination of choice for thousands of visitors who travel near and to Chicago. Local attractions, such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home & Studio and Hemingway’s Birth House are within several blocks of the hotel. Downtown Chicago is just 10 miles away and conveniently accessible via train. The CTA and Metra Train Stations are located one block from the hotel.

Cozy Suite with TV, leather sofa with green pillows, and a dining table at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel
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Two cozy Double beds with elegant lighting in Plaza Double at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Discounted Rates

Rates are discounted occasionally, click the " Book Now " tab to view rates.

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Round wooden table and chairs in recently renovated suite at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Recently Renovated Suites

Enjoy our newly renovated Suites!

  • Barclay Suites - Featuring one king or two double beds in a separate bedroom, main room with wall-bed or sofa sleeper plus kitchen or wetbar equipped with refrigerator and microwave.
  • Hemingway Suites -  Featuring one king bed in a seperate bedroom, main room with wetbar, refrigerator and microwave and a deluxe bathroom with large shower and whirlpool tub.
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Bar counter in the Plaza Bar with neatly placed glasses and champagne bottles at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Dine with Us

For dining, please visit La Notte Ristorante and Poor Phil´s Bar & Grill, both located off the main lobby. Some restaurant services and hours of operation are currently limited.

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Host Your Event

The Carleton hotel is also the perfect venue for weddings, social events and corporate meetings. Over 6,000 square feet of event space, four unique function rooms along with our professional staff, will make your event a success.

Event tables with white cloths and red chairs in Foxboro Room at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Banquets & Meetings

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Event tables with white cloths and red chairs in Foxboro Room at The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel

Banquets & Meetings

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