Elmhurst, Illinois, is a western suburb of Chicago, about 20 miles from the city limits. Elmhurst is 10 miles southwest of O'Hare International Airport. The city is home to the American Movie Palace Museum, the Elmhurst College Jazz Festival and some of the 37-mile Illinois Prairie Path, a biking and jogging trail. Fresh Meadow Golf Club, six miles south of Elmhurst, is on Golf Digest's best places to play list for 2008/2009. The course is 6,283 yards from the tips.
Doubletree Hotel Chicago--Oak Brook
The Doubletree Hotel Chicago--Oakbrook, three mile south of Elmhurst, features a heated indoor pool and whirlpool area with patio furniture along with two sun decks. The fitness center has cardiovascular equipment, free weights and a flat-screen television. The 427-room hotel is nonsmoking. Accommodations include balconies, wired Internet service, a free newspaper during the week and cable. Pets are not allowed. Anthony's Italian Chop House and Foxes Sports Bar and Grille are on the premises. The hotel is near a hiking trail and horseback riding.
Doubletree Hotel Chicago--Oak Brook
1909 Spring Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 472-6000
doubletree.com/en/dt/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=CHIOADT
Comfort Suites
The Comfort Suites in Oakbrook Terrace is about three miles south of Elmhurst. Accommodations at the hotel include a microwave, refrigerator, free local calls and cable television. Some rooms have whirlpools and DVD players. The 103-room hotel is smoke-free. Wi-Fi is available in each room. The hotel has a fitness center with cardiovascular equipment, and an indoor pool along with a sauna. A free breakfast is served each morning and a reception is held each afternoon. Pets are not allowed. The Drury Lane Dinner Theatre is a mile from the hotel.
Comfort Suites
17W445 Roosevelt Road
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
(630) 916-1000
comfortsuites.com/hotel-oakbrook_terrace-illinois-IL074?sid=CgFi.2pC4hgdMT.12
Hampton Inn Chicago-O'Hare International Airport
The Hampton Inn Chicago-O'Hare International Airport, 4 1/2 miles northeast of Elmhurst, offers a free shuttle to and from the airport. The hotel, two miles from a fishing spot and a hiking trail, has a fitness center with cardiovascular machines and free weights, and an indoor pool. The 150 rooms are equipped with cable, a flat-screen television, work desk and wired Internet service. Some of the hotel's rooms are designated for smoking. The hotel serves a free breakfast each morning. Harry Caray's and Morton's Steakhouse are nearby. A baby-sitting service, cribs and high chairs are available. Pets are not allowed.
Hampton Inn Chicago-O'Hare International Airport
3939 N. Mannheim Road
Schiller Park, IL 60176
(847) 671-1700
hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=CHIAPHX
About The Author
Brendan O'Brien is a professional journalist in Milwaukee, Wis. He has worked for several news organizations, newspapers such as the "Milwaukee Journal Sentinel" and trade magazines during his 15-year career. He is currently a freelance writer who works for several publications.
