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Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa

Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very curteous staff and terrific rooms!"
United States
Laura
The price is NT$3,724
NT$4,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest Mettawa
Bar (on property)
The Forester Hotel

The Forester Hotel

The Forester Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (185)
"This hotel was great! Very clean, the staff was amazing, and good location "
United States
Courtney
The price is NT$6,929
NT$7,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 2026/1/1
The Forester Hotel
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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa
3.0 star property
Lake Forest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (581)
"Room was great, as were staff"
United States
Craig
The price is NT$3,754
NT$4,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa
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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1700)
"Rooms were nice, area is great, staff was friendly "
United States
Daniel
The price is NT$2,208
NT$2,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
Beach nearby, white sand
House 5863 - Chicago Bed and Breakfast

House 5863 - Chicago Bed and Breakfast

House 5863 - Chicago Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
Edgewater
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (497)
"Nice shared spaces"
United States
Erica
The price is NT$2,861
NT$5,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
House 5863 - Chicago Bed and Breakfast
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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Exceptional staff and comfortable stay. Always our choice of hotel when in Evanston. "
United States
Wendy
The price is NT$2,752
NT$3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Nice place "
United States
Steven
The price is NT$2,924
NT$3,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
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The Inn on Sheridan

The Inn on Sheridan

The Inn on Sheridan
3.5 star property
Zion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great little hotel. Friendly staff, nice rooms, great breakfast. "
United States
Beth
The price is NT$1,823
NT$2,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
The Inn on Sheridan
Rooftop terrace
The Guesthouse Hotel

The Guesthouse Hotel

The Guesthouse Hotel
4.0 star property
Uptown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (365)
"Beautiful well kept rooms, accessible friendly staff, quiet, clean, comfortable."
United States
Susan F
The price is NT$5,683
NT$6,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - 2026/1/5
The Guesthouse Hotel
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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-North Shore/Skokie

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-North Shore/Skokie

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-North Shore/Skokie
3.0 star property
Skokie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)
"Room was spotless and very courteous staff. "
United States
Charlotte
The price is NT$3,590
NT$4,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-North Shore/Skokie
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Frequently asked questions

What is Lake Forest like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its forests and lakeside setting, Lake Forest offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Lake Forest?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at the seasons in Lake Forest: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake Forest is 47 inches.
What is there to see and do around Lake Forest?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Forest Park Beach or North Beach for some quality time by the water. Discover the area's forests and shopping, and make time for local attractions like Lake Michigan and Lake Forest College. You can also pay a visit to Conway Farms Golf Club or Market Square for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Lake Forest?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Lake Forest more easily: Make your way to Lake Forest with a flight to Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), the closest major airport which is located 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from the city center. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from East Lake Forest Station or West Lake Forest Station.

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