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Recommended hotels in Lake Forest

A spacious lobby with a central reception area, a shop, and potted plants.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Well kept, clean, nice and helpful stop"
United States
Rene
The price is RM476
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa
A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a television on a shelf.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (643 reviews)
"We had awesome stay. Everything was clean, very quiet area and staff was amazing. My husband and I will definitely be back."
United States
Regina
The price is RM484
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa
A modern interior with a green sofa, wooden accents, and pendant lighting.

3. The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"The property was clean and staff was helpful"
United States
Mary
The price is RM1,318
RM1,463 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Forester Hotel, part of Unscripted by Hyatt
An outdoor patio with a stone fire table, seating, and a grill.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Lincolnshire

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Lincolnshire
3.0 star property
Lincolnshire
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"clean room, great breakfast, geese stay!"
United States
Kanae
The price is RM447
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Lincolnshire
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large glass door entrance.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield
3.0 star property
Deerfield
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Stayed here for my son's Navy graduation and had a very good experience and breakfast was always ready and hot every morning."
United States
Lillian
The price is RM348
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bannockburn-Deerfield
A hotel with a large building, a fountain, and a pond.

6. Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills by IHG

Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills by IHG
3.5 star property
Vernon Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Very nice place to stop for the night after traveling all day."
United States
Raven
The price is RM415
RM461 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel Indigo Chicago-Vernon Hills by IHG
A building entrance with a brick facade, a covered walkway, and trees framing the entrance.

7. Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG
2.5 star property
Vernon Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Was a great place and clean/ comfortable rooms."
United States
ryan
The price is RM412
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Chicago NW - Vernon Hills by IHG
A two-story building with a stone facade, a central entrance with a glass door, and a brick pathway leading to it.

8. Staybridge Suites, Lincolnshire by IHG

Staybridge Suites, Lincolnshire by IHG
3.0 star property
Half Day
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Wonderful property and staff"
United States
RoseMarie
The price is RM466
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Staybridge Suites, Lincolnshire by IHG
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, large windows with a view of trees and buildings, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Lincolnshire

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Lincolnshire
2.5 star property
Lincolnshire
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice rooms and good breakfast place."
United States
Justin
The price is RM410
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Lincolnshire
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling with multiple balconies.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago North Shore Deerfield

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago North Shore Deerfield
4.0 star property
Deerfield
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,368 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Brandy C
The price is RM486
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago North Shore Deerfield
A buffet counter with various food items, including fruits, dairy products, and beverages.

11. Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee
3.0 star property
Waukegan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,746 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing and the staff putting it together"
United States
Kathryn
The price is RM402
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a view of the sky at dusk.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
3.0 star property
Waukegan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Would stay here again."
United States
Susan
The price is RM479
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a piano, and a large window overlooking a garden.

13. Hyatt Regency Deerfield

Hyatt Regency Deerfield
4.0 star property
Deerfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,341 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this hotel , the staff were very helpful!"
United States
Shabre
The price is RM386
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Regency Deerfield
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, brick facade, and a tree in the foreground.

14. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes
2.0 star property
Waukegan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (996 reviews)
"My son was graduating from the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, and I stayed at this location for three days. The staff was polite and the rooms were nice and clean. The complimentary breakfast muffins and drinks certainly tied us over until we were able to go and enjoy a full meal. I would highly recommend this location for lodging."
United States
ERIKA
The price is RM345
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waukegan Great Lakes
A hotel room with a large cityscape painting above the bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden headboard.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan

Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan
2.0 star property
Waukegan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (400 reviews)
"The staff was super friendly"
United States
Amalia
The price is RM341
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Waukegan
A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a glass door entrance, and two lion statues on either side.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Mundelein-Vernon Hills

Comfort Inn & Suites Mundelein-Vernon Hills
2.5 star property
Mundelein
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Had a great stay would definitely recommend"
United States
Justin
The price is RM341
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Mundelein-Vernon Hills
A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a black leather chair, a bed with white bedding, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG
2.5 star property
Waukegan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good, wide variety Staff was friendly and helpful especially the kitchen ladies!"
United States
Mackenzie
The price is RM434
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waukegan by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

18. Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee

Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee
3.0 star property
Gurnee
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Clean rooms and breakfast was good."
United States
Pat
The price is RM345
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee
A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville
2.5 star property
Libertyville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, amazing breakfast"
United States
Jeff
The price is RM445
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Libertyville
A compact kitchen with a dining table, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

20. Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville

Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville
2.0 star property
Libertyville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great rooms at a decent price! Perfect for solo/business travelers or couples,"
United States
Ralph
The price is RM345
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville
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Learn more about Lake Forest

Nestled along Lake Michigan's shoreline, this family-friendly city invites visitors to relax at Forest Park Beach or explore historic Market Square. Golfers flock to Conway Farms Golf Club while nature enthusiasts can discover nearby Chicago Botanic Garden's scenic pathways.

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A dirt path winding through a field of yellow flowers and green shrubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Lake Forest?

Our guests like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable room rates: Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago - 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from the heart of Lake Forest. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Park Mannheim Station. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. Marriott Chicago O'Hare - 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from the heart of Lake Forest. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lake Forest?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. Average annual precipitation for Lake Forest is 1183 mm.

What is there to see and do in Lake Forest?

In general, Lake Forest is known for its forests, university setting and birdwatching. Major attractions include Six Flags Great America. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Michigan, Forest Park Beach and Independence Grove Beach. Cultural attractions include Citadel Theatre Company, Marriott Theatre and Genesee Theater.

What's the best way to get to and around Lake Forest while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Lake Forest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is 19.7 mi (31.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. Train stations including East Lake Forest Station and West Lake Forest Station make it easy to explore more of the area.