The first hotel to open in Lake Forest since 1929, The Forester a Hyatt Place Hotel offers modern comfort and exceptional service. Designed after a love of science and nature, you'll find thoughtful design elements like art installations and foliage-inspired light fixtures. The hotel offers signature Hyatt Place comforts like Cozy Corners with sleeper sofas and free Wi-Fi, as well as boutique offerings like the upscale Oaken Bistro + Bar and nearly 5,000 square feet of modern event space, located near Lake Forest College, Six Flags Great America, Naval Station Great Lakes, Ravinia Festival and Chicago Botanic Garden.
Take your pick of 156 comfortable rooms and suites featuring desks, living areas, minifridges and Cozy Corners with sleeper sofas.
Wake up to breakfast served every day in Oaken Bistro + Bar where you’ll find a wide array of morning favorites, from fresh fruit, avocado toast and pancakes to eggs Benedict, waffles, chilaquiles and more.
Visit The Market for a selection of perfectly packaged grab-and-go items.
With delicious catering, modern audiovisual equipment and a dedicated staff, we’ve got everything you need for any type of meeting or special event.
Our expert wedding planners will assist in organizing everything from the big event itself to rehearsal dinners, room blocks, farewell brunches and more.
Business Services
Fitness Center
Free Internet Access
Free Parking
Meeting Facilities
Self Parking
Pet Friendly
Restaurant On-Site
Room Service
We are committed to providing equal access and opportunity for individuals with disabilities. The features also make this hotel more accessible for older individuals with changing abilities to ensure a seamless experience. Our overall goal is to improve usability throughout the hotel for all guests.
The city of Lake Forest offers a splendid lakefront location with lots of green space, cobblestone streets along historic Market Square and easy access to downtown Chicago. Lake Forest College is nearby, along with world-class shopping and dining.
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