Located on the North Shore of Lake Michigan, and nestled between the Chicago suburbs of Highwood, Highland Park and Lake Forest, the historic former Army town of Fort Sheridan is lush with parks and lake bluffs. Its historic architecture and proximity to Chicago make it a popular tourist destination, and there are several hotels in and near the town for travelers to the area.
A member of the National Registry of Historic Places, the Deer Path Inn serves as both a Lake Michigan hotel retreat and a popular space for meetings and weddings. Each room is decorated in a modern country style, and offers Internet, television with full cable and free parking. The hotel also features an award-winning restaurant, featuring a sushi bar and an extensive wine list. Luxury amenities, such as champagne and chocolates, are available to order to enhance guests' stays.
For travelers looking for a North Shore bed and breakfast, the Ravinia Guest House, located in Highland Park, offers both a secluded, quiet wooded locale and access to the area's most popular attractions. Guests at Ravinia can walk two blocks to a private neighborhood beach on Lake Michigan, or to Ravinia Music Park, featuring summertime concerts. Every room is uniquely decorated and features cable television. Full breakfasts are served every morning.
The Hilton Garden Inn Mettawa, located in Lake Forest, is one of the Great Lakes Naval Hotels, making it a popular location for families in town for Naval graduations. Rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn are loaded with 32-inch flat-screen televisions, microwave, refrigerator and free high-speed wired and wireless Internet access. The hotel features an on-site restaurant, the Great American Grill, which boasts a full breakfast menu and buffet, large bar and American-style entrees for lunches and dinners. The Hilton also has an indoor pool and fitness center for its guests' use.
Located just five miles from Lake Michigan and a short drive from downtown Chicago, the La Quinta Inn and Suites offers affordable rates and multiple amenities, such as their free "Bright Side" breakfast (featuring waffles, pastries, cereal, fresh fruit, and coffee and juice). The hotel also has an indoor pool, fitness center and guest laundry service, and each room features free high-speed Internet access, microwaves and refrigerators.
