Is this The Forester Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the The Forester Hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this The Forester Hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Forester Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Forester Hotel starts from $281 per night with includes Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Bar, Toiletries, Child Friendly, Parking, Restaurant, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Business Services, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Entertainment, TV with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Forester Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Forester Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Forester Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Forester Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Forester Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Forester Hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

The Forester Hotel | Hotel in Lake Forest

| 9.4 (185 Reviews) | 1 Bathroom

Hotel in Lake Forest

Hotel with free parking, near Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The Forester Hotel offers 156 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, first-run movies, and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Balcony/Terrace

Accessibility

Security/Safety

Business Services

Bedding/Linens

Wellness Facilities

Restaurant

Bar

Toiletries

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms

Toilet paper

Private bathroom

Shampoo

Soap

Free toiletries

Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Towels

Hair dryer

Bedroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Heating (climate-controlled)

Down comforter

Double sofa bed

Bed sheets

Free cribs/infant beds

Air conditioning

Pillow-top mattress

Connecting rooms available

Separate sitting area

Free local calls

Iron/ironing board

Phone

Laptop-friendly workspace

Desk

Laptop-compatible safe

Breakfast

1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe

Room service available

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekends: USD 15-35 per person

1 bar

Coffee/tea maker

Parking

Free uncovered self parking on site

Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

Well-lit path to entrance

Wheelchair-accessible business center

Braille signage

Handrails in stairways

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 34

Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Elevator door width (inches): 48

Accessible bathtub

Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Visual fire alarm

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Portable bathtub seat

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Elevator

Stairway handrail height (inches): 34

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk

10 on-site accessible parking spaces

Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Assistive listening devices available

Activities

24-hour fitness center

Entertainment

First-run movies

Satellite channels

Pay movies

55-inch Smart TV

Hulu

Streaming services

Netflix

Premium channels

General

24-hour business center

Meeting rooms - 3

Conference space (2250 square feet)

Computer station

Elevator

Front-desk safe

Gift shop/newsstand

ATM/banking services

Banquet hall

English

Spanish

Smoke-free property

Communal living room

TV in lobby

Guest Services

Snack bar/deli

Free cribs/infant beds

Sofa bed

Wedding services

Luggage storage

Daily housekeeping

24-hour front desk

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Firepit

Terrace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 3:00 am late check-in fee: usd 25 late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Child Policy

Children are welcome. kids stay free! children stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are not available. free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment Policy

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 the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Pet Policy

An off-leash area is available pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay) service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

Cashless transactions are available 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 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 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.

Reviews

Jennie

Sep 28, 2025 01:06:21 AM

Review Score: 10

Summary: Friendly staff and we loved our room!

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub Room Size: 646 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Square feet - 646, Number of living rooms 0, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Number of bedrooms - 1, Microwave, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 60, Ping - 18, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, Shower) Room Size: 462 square feet m² 3 Queen Beds and Double Sofa Bed	General Number of bedrooms - 0, Wheelchair-width doorways, Square feet - 462, Low bed height (inches) - 26, Low desk height (centimeters) - 89, Extra bed count 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom, Shower grab bar height (inches) - 35, Height-adjustable showerhead, Doorway wheelchair width (inches) - 35, Low-height bed, Low bed height (centimeters) - 66, Low counters/sink height (inches) - 35, Bed count minimum 3, Low counters/sink height (centimeters) - 89, Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Roll-in shower width (centimeters) - 89, Grab bar - in shower, Low-height counters/sink, Low-height desk, Shower grab bar height (centimeters) - 89, Shower only, Ping - 13, Hand-held showerhead, Wheelchair accessible, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Square meters - 43, Low desk height (inches) - 35, Doorway wheelchair width (centimeters) - 89, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Roll-in shower width (inches) - 35, Bed count maximum 3, Roll-in shower
Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed, High Floor) Room Size: 355 square feet m² 3 Queen Beds and Double Sofa Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower/tub combination, Square feet - 355, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 33, Ping - 10, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count maximum 3, City view, Bed count minimum 3
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor) Room Size: 292 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Ping - 8, Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Square meters - 27, Extra bed count 1, Square feet - 292, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Room (2 Queen Beds with Sofabed) Room Size: 360 square feet m² 3 Queen Beds and Double Sofa Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower/tub combination, Square feet - 360, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count maximum 3, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 33, Ping - 10, Bed count minimum 3
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Room Size: 294 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Ping - 8, Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Square meters - 27, Square feet - 294, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub Room Size: 462 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Number of bedrooms - 0, Wheelchair-width doorways, Square feet - 462, Low bed height (inches) - 26, Low desk height (centimeters) - 89, Extra bed count 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom, Height-adjustable showerhead, Doorway wheelchair width (inches) - 35, Low-height bed, Low bed height (centimeters) - 66, Bed count minimum 2, Low counters/sink height (inches) - 35, Low counters/sink height (centimeters) - 89, Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Low-height counters/sink, Low-height desk, Shower only, Ping - 13, Hand-held showerhead, Wheelchair accessible, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Square meters - 43, Low desk height (inches) - 35, Doorway wheelchair width (centimeters) - 89, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Room Size: 644 square feet m² 2 King Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 644, Kitchenette, Shower/tub combination, Number of bedrooms - 1, Microwave, Extra bed count 1, Square meters - 60, Ping - 18, Rainfall showerhead, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2