When we planned our trip to Chicago we wanted to be close to downtown and close to a train depot and have free parking. Most of the hotels downtown charge around $25 a night to park your car. But we found the Carlton with free parking, and lots of it. And it's only 1 block away from the train depot,... More

The Carleton used to be an apartment building, so some rooms are bigger than others, most have some sort of kitchen, but for families it is very helpful. We were able to put our son in his pack and play in a separate room while we were still able to watch some TV. Their customer service was exceptional. They have... More

Stayed in the motel which is older and 70's deco with Frank Lloyd Wright touches. Hotel is very nice, where the rest of our party stayed.The only thing that we had trouble with was parking. The desk gave us a parking sticker and didn't tell us what it was for. just that the hotel had five lots, and if you... More

We have already booked this hotel again. For this years trip. Nice area, didn't expect to see rabbits running around the street, in the middle of Chicago. Good food, if your looking for Pulled pork sandwiches, or a real Meatloaf. You'll be hard pushed to find any there better. The bar is sport themed, and open to the locals. So... More

I had little choice of where to stay during my recent trip to Chicago. A friend lives in a nearby neighborhood, and there were too many of us to all crash at her place. I selected to stay in the 'motel' section of the hotel, knowing I would only be there for sleeping and getting out for the day. The... More

First, I should say that there are only two hotels in Oak Park, The Carleton and The Write Inn. I've stayed in both. While the Carleton is a bit nicer than the Write Inn, they are both dated properties. The bed and pillows were not super comfortable, and the bathrooms cramped. The room itself was spacious, but as far as... More

My fiance and I stayed at the Carlton for new years eve. Was pleasantly surprised at how nice the hotel is. The older lady at the front desk was very nice and helpful. We stayed in a king size bed room, the room was very big that included a flat screen tv and an actual kitchen with a counter, sink,... More

Lovely hotel in downtown Oak Park. Refurbished rooms are spacious, restaurant had excellent food. Most importantly, the customer service was excellent--very helpful and personal. Would definitely stay there again.

Our experience with front desk was not the best. Asked directions to room and was pointed in wrong direction. After wandering around went back down stairs and was told "I told you to go up there." Not. Our room was cold, I asked for another blanket. "Don't know if we have any." About 15 min. later a blanket was delivered... More