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Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Reception
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July

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26225 North Riverwoods Boulevard, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
  • Place, Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Conway Farms Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lambs Farm
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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1 KING PREMIUM W/IN-ROOM DRINKS-SNACKS

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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2 QUEENS PREMIUM W/IN-ROOM DRINKS-SNACKS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite, One King Bed | Bathroom

Deluxe Suite, One King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bathroom shower

Suite, Accessible

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, Accessible

Room, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Drinks & Snacks)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower, Mobilty & Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Drinks & Snacks)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 King Mobility Accessible w/ Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Queens

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Peloton)

Room, 1 King Bed (Peloton)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Lake Forest

At Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital and 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Lake Forest College. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Garden Grille and Bar, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and 24-hour gym. 3500 square feet (325 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. To-go breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Lake Forest hotel include Naval Base Great Lakes and Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Conway Farms Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Citadel Theatre Company - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Lambs Farm - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Trinity International University - 5 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • West Lake Forest Station - 6 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yard House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 3500 square feet (325 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Lake Forest hotel.

  • 170 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3500 sq ft of conference space
  • 325 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa offers 170 accommodations with a safe and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 6.95 to 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille and Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3,500 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6.95 to 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

As of 15 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa on 2 Jul 2026 start from NZ$217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

Yep, Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

The closest beach to Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa is Forest Park Beach (6.9 km).

Does Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa has an indoor pool.

What makes Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa is a hit with families.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa serve breakfast?

Sure does, to-go brekkie is on offer weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

No, Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Is there a golf course on site at Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa?

There is a golf course next to Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa.

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1013 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and feel. Very comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, clean hotel, and the staff was friendly. We really enjoyed the quiet pool and spa area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms Gal at breakfast buffet very personable and took great care to detail loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel nice room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very curteous staff and terrific rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the better rooms we stayed in. It would be even better if the continental breakfast was free.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was as advertised, nice location and it was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly hotel, clean rooms, customer oriented service, close to family and a short drive to downtown Lake Forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeting at check-in was prompt and very welcoming. Giovanni was terrific at customer interaction. Room spotless and the stay top notch. Always stay here when travels take me to Lake Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, will definitely be visiting again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is always welcoming, helpful & friendly - Carolina at the bar is great - will stay here again when I’m back in town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use the pool, but it looked nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was exceptionally clean, staff was very pleasant and accommodating. Breakfast was filling and wait staff super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Amenities
Close to everything Very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all departments
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and pleasant room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. Clean, good signal on TV channels and fast internet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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