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.

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.

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.


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.

Accommodations

The Carleton, with its beautifully appointed guest rooms, is the perfect hotel for romantic getaways, a long-awaited vacation or corporate retreats.

Special Offers

Experience Chicago charm and boutique style with our exclusive hotel deals and offers

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Discounted Rates

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

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.

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.

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.

Banquets & Meetings

 

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.

Banquets & Meetings