Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

3.0 star property
Lake Forest hotel with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property amenity
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Lobby
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa, situated near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with free breakfast and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy an indoor pool, 24-hour gym, grocery store on site, laundry facilities for convenience. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff who ensure your stay is nothing short of exceptional.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Cable/satellite TV service
$103 nightly
The total price is $115
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 494 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 462 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
26325 N Riverwoods Blvd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

What's nearby

  • Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lake Forest College - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Naval Base Great Lakes - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Six Flags Great America - 12 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 15 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 25 min drive
  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 31 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 56 min drive
  • West Lake Forest Station - 5 min drive
  • Lake Bluff Station - 10 min drive
  • Highwood Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sbarro - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa

At Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Naval Base Great Lakes and Lake Michigan. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Gurnee Mills. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 130 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Basketball
  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (926 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Built in 2008
  • ATM/banking
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Sofa bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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Frequently asked questions

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but The Temporary by American Place (11-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good, fresh, and had a wide variety of tasty options. (24 reviews)
  • The indoor pool and billiard table area were enjoyed by guests. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place, conveniently located, Great Staff

I stayed for a couple of nights last month (July 2025). This is a great place to stay. Conveniently located, in a very nice part of suburban Chicago. The staff is super friendly and strive to take care of you. The room I stayed in was very nice, clean, and comfortable. Breakfast is good, typical for most places like this, but hot, fresh and good quality. I will absolutely stay here again when in the area.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a good clean comfy hotel
Seth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
Kelly, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and comfortable. The breakfast is delicious and Miriam made us feel at home with all the attention, she is amazing!!!
Glori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was SO friendly and helpful. The room was clean, bright, and quiet. Just lovely all around.
janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so friendly and amazing. Excellent to place to stay.
DAVID, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very impressed with the cleanliness & comfort of the room & an outstanding Continental breakfast.
Nathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean property
haluk, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was really good, fruits sweet and fresh, and Miriam the breakfast lady was always super nice and attentive of all of our needs.
Alba, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful facility and friendly staff
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and tidy, very updated and nice.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super welcoming. Whenever we had a request to our room they were so fast and nice about it. The breakfast was great as well. Pool and gym was great! The bed and pillows were so soft. Overall would definitely come back again!
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable. The bed was comfortable as well. Enjoyed my stay.
Josephine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was great.
Chad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just one night!

Good location, excellent service and very clean. Wish I could have stayed longer!
Adrian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family overnight stay

Our family scheduled a night and we wish we could have stayed longer. The property is great. The room was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the breakfast and the staff was friendly and professional. I'd stay again and would recommend to others.
Micheal W, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. always clean and weel run.
Hal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotel experiences I’ve had in a while everything was very clean room was very comfortable. I had everything that I needed and my sweet I plan to book what does hotel for future stays as might go to I was very satisfied my entire trip there
Roberto, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay. Staff needs to be more knowledgeable about what is around the property. The man at the desk told us there was only fast food around. Within 2 miles we found tons of sit down real dinning restaurants.
Bernadette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room came equipped with a full size fridge, microwave, dishwasher and stove top!
Ayesha, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Everything is clean and organized
noemi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

If your journey takes you to Mettawa...stay here.

Pro staff, well trained, know how to get it done with a smile. Gold star. Breakfast above the norm, also well-done. Silver star.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

What Hospitality Should Be

Friendly, motivated, can-do staff! Always checking if anything is needed, instant fixes to any problem. Sweet.
Ron, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is ideally situated. Its right off the highway and close to Lake Forest College, resturants and stores. The room's furniture has seen some better days, but the room was clean and the kitchen was very useful. I would like to see some useable USB ports in the room for phone charging and the like.
Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything per standard for a residence inn. We stayed for 3 nights and it was as expected. The location is far from downtown Chicago and hence not a recommended spot if you plan to visit downtown. Traffic to downtown is horrible everyday. Bfast was a repeat for 3 days and no bread was provided only option was to eat bagels or English muffins.
3-night trip