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The Forester Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

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Property amenity
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$422
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Explore the area

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200 N FIELD DRIVE, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
  • Place, Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Conway Farms Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower)

Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower)

Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Lake Forest

At The Forester Hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital and 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Lake Forest College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 2250 square feet (209 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Lake Forest hotel include Naval Base Great Lakes and Chicago Botanic Garden.

What's nearby

  • Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Conway Farms Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 8 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 12 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Chicago Botanic Garden - 12 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • West Lake Forest Station - 5 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Au Bon Pain - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Forester Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2250 square feet (209 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Forester Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Lake Forest hotel is smoke free.

  • 156 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2250 sq ft of conference space
  • 209 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Forester Hotel offers 156 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and is furnished with double sofa beds. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 15 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,250 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run films
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 35 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

The Forester A Hyatt Place
THE Forester Hotel BY Hyatt Place
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Hotel
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Lake Forest
The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel Hotel Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Forester Hotel?

The Forester Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forester Hotel?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forester Hotel on 23 Dec 2025 start from NZ$422.17, 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 The Forester Hotel?

Yep, The Forester Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Forester Hotel?

The closest beach to The Forester Hotel is Forest Park Beach (6.7 km).

What makes The Forester Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Forester Hotel.

Is The Forester Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Forester Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Forester Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Forester Hotel?

No, The Forester Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Forester Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Forester Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Forester Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Forester Hotel, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Reviews

The Forester Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Stay somewhere else!

Coffee bar was supposed be open at 6:00 am. Did not open until after 6:30. And instead of offering complimentary coffee like nearly every other hotel in the world, a black coffee was $5.40. Guy at the main desk was unapologetic. Horrible customer service; don’t stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roda

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great staff and a lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Over sold. No warning or notice.

Over sold. Didn’t find out until I arrived late at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayonna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very simple process staff very helpful. Dinner was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing. Everyone was nice. The room was spacious and clean. They have a restaurant in the hotel and it was just as amazing. I will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was immaculate, service was friendly and everyone was incredibly helpful and professional. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and updated property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Allen, Smyrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yegor

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taiya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean

Very clean and comfortable hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aarati

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024