Darien Hotels - United States, US

The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook
 

The Hyatt Lodge in Oakbrook sits next to an 88-acre forest preserve - and right on Ronald McDonald's corporate headquarters. The preserve features a one-mile nature trail and four-mile paved jogging path, with plenty of paddleboats for the private lake and mountain bikes for the daring. Golfers will discover the 18-hole Oak Brook Golf Club a half-mile down the road and shoppers will feel their credit cards burning at the huge Oak Brook mall, also a half-mile away. Sightseers and business types wanting to get to downtown Chicago are only 18 miles from their goal, while families with children will delight that Brookfield Zoo is only eight miles away. Naturalist elements permeate the hotel, including the stone staircase leading to the restaurants and lounge, where travelers relax in front of a three-way fireplace or gaze out the many floor-to- ceiling windows to the lake and preserve. They also can pamper themselves with massages, steam rooms and saunas in the fitness facility and swim in the 70-foot indoor pool. For the hungry, the Water's Edge prepares American cuisine, while Piazza café dishes up Italian delicacies. Corporate travelers can retreat to a business center with all the trimmings and enjoy high- speed Internet access throughout 47,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel provides complimentary shuttles to locations within five miles. The staff can arrange 16-mile drives to O'Hare International Airport. Guestrooms, which feature balconies with views of the preserve or lake, come complete with video-game consoles, safes, dial-up Internet access and other amenities associated with the internationally known Hyatt company. The relatively new Hyatt Lodge features modern conference facilities, luxurious accommodations, superb dining, recreation and incomparable health club services for business and leisure travelers looking for special hotel experiences.

Embassy Suites Chicago - Lombard -
 

The Embassy Suites Lombard/Oak Brook is strategically located 15 miles from O'Hare International Airport and 18 miles from downtown Chicago. The all-suite hotel, renovated in March 2001, is conveniently located in the western suburbs of Chicago near many corporate complexes. The hotel offers fabulous suites with a private bedroom and spacious living room with a well-lit work area perfect for small meetings or entertaining. The hotel has all the latest amenities to make your stay pleasurable for both the business traveler and leisure guest. Wake up to a full-cooked-to- order breakfast served in the spectacular Atrium setting. Embassy Suites has some excellent recreational facilities such as the indoor swimming pool, exercise facility, sauna, and jacuzzi. Be the manager's guest as you are invited to an early evening two-hour beverage reception to help you unwind. A complimentary USA Today paper is delivered to your suite Monday through Friday. Embassy Suites is convenient to many area dining, shopping, and entertainment venues.

Springhill Suites By Marriott
 

SpringHill Suites, Marriott's new moderately priced all- studio suites brand, offers guests more room to stretch out and get comfortable. The hotel will get guest started each day with a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. Take advantage of free high speed internet in all rooms, free local calls, convenient fax service, exercise facility, pool and the hotel's new evening dessert cart. Complimentary onsite parking is provided along with a full business center for the business traveler. PC and printer are available. The hotel is located off I-55, just 30 miles from downtown Chicago. Many fine attractions are within minutes from the hotel for guests to sightsee such as Bolingbrook Aquatic Center, Seven Bridge Ice Arena and Harrah's Casino just to name a few. Each of the spacious king or 2 double-bedded studio suites features separate sleeping, eating and working areas. Amenities include a pullout sofa bed, pantry area with mini-refrigerator, microwave, complimentary in-room coffee, a large well-lit desk with ergonomic chair and 2-line telephones with data port. High-speed Internet access, iron and ironing board, wet bars and cribs. Newspapers are delivered Monday through Friday in every room. The staff is attentive and friendly to all the needs and wants of every guest. The SpringHill Suites will ensure that every stay will be comfortable and convenient.

Renaissance Oak Brook Hotel
 

You will know it's something special-nestled in an exclusive suburb but just 15 miles from downtown Chicago. The hotel's first-class amenities and comforts will surround you in luxury usually found only in sophisticated European hotels. Awarded the AAA 4 Diamond Award, the hotel caters to discriminating guests with our 166 plush Renaissance Club rooms and an accommodating staff. Let Renaissance pamper you with unparalleled amenities, including Concierge service, twice-daily maid service upon request, complimentary coffee delivery with wake-up call and complimentary transportation within a 5-mile radius. Whether you are lingering over a meal, or enjoying shopping at the prestigious stores in Oak Brook Center, you'll have an unforgettable experience. The unique ambiance of Renaissance is always grounded in the practicality of a full-service hotel, allowing you the flexibility to be both productive and comfortable. The work space in each room has all the essentials: high-speed Internet access; a spacious desk and comfortable, ergonomic chair; easily accessed data ports; power outlets at desk level; 2 telephones (1 cordless); and voice mail.

Hyatt Lisle
 

This contemporary hotel is located in Lisle, part of a high-tech research and development corridor in suburban Chicago. It offers easy access to Interstate 88 (the East-West Tollway); a nearby forest preserve provides recreation opportunities. Onsite amenities include an indoor pool, spa tub, business center, fitness center, and guest laundry. Banquet and conference facilities are available. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the building (surcharge). The Hyatt Lisle has easy access to Interstate 88 (the East-West Tollway); less than one mile from the Morton Arboretum,15 minutes from the Oakbrook Mall, and 10 minutes from downtown Naperville. Onsite amenities include Wireless Internet access (surcharge), an indoor pool, spa tub, business center, fitness center, and guest laundry. Premier Banquet and conference facilities are available.

Doubletree Guest Suites Downers
 

The Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel and Conference Center in the Chicago suburb of Downers Grove stands close to major sights and corporations with household names. For families and other leisure travelers, the Doubletree is near Brookfield Zoo, Morton Arboretum, Cantigny, Hollywood Casino, Chicagoland Speedway/Joliet, Oak Brook and Yorktown shopping centers, dozens of championship golf courses, and transportation to whisk them into downtown Chicago. For corporate travelers and conventioneers, the Doubletree is near such major corporations as BP, Excelon, Lucent, Con Agra, Spiegel, FTD and RR Donnelley, and others. Guests are 16 miles from O'Hare International Airport and 22 mile from Midway Airport. This Doubletree features more than 30,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, and 20,000 square feet of convention space approved by the International Association of Conference Centers. In addition, Esplanade Lakes by Doubletree, which is operated by the hotel, is ideal for trade shows, conferences, seminars, weddings, showers, and other social and business functions. This being Chicagoland, guests can find plenty of dining options, including the Doubletree's Esplanade Restaurant and Lounge. Guests also will enjoy a semi-private work area with high-speed Internet access. The Doubletree also features an indoor pool, lap pool, whirlpool and sauna; sundeck; fitness room; and basketball and racquetball courts. The seven-story hotel features 247 newly renovated, two-room suites surrounding an atrium. They feature sofa beds, work desks, data ports, wireless Internet access, refrigerators, microwave ovens, complimentary coffee and coffeemakers. The seventh-floor executive level offers extra amenities for additional charges, subject to availability. The Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel and Conference Center attracts a throng of corporate and business travelers who love the extra space. Families, couples and other leisure types come here to avoid downtown's bustle but still remain accessible and close to all the sights. Besides, what other hotel presents guests with warm, chocolate chip cookies upon arrival?