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The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Lobby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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200 N FIELD DRIVE, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
  • Place, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Forest College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Naval Base Great Lakes
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 644 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 292 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 294 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

Located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Lake Forest College. This 156-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Marriott Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Lake Forest College - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 8 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Six Flags Great America - 12 min drive - 11.6 miles

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 a Hyatt Place Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Guests of The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
55-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels and first-run movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include sofa beds, sitting areas, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • 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 movies
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • 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 at 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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-authorize 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel on Nov 20, 2025 start from $254.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

This hotel is located in Lake Forest, close to Naval Base Great Lakes, Marriott Theatre, and MainStreet Libertyville. You'll also find Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve and Conway Farms Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel have a casino?

No, The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and Netflix as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel for a fee of USD 100 per pet, per week. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), which is 12.7 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 21.8 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel.

Does The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel.

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