WoodSpring Suites Carol Stream - Chicago
1160 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream, IL 60188, West Chicago, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.9 / 5
Overview
WoodSpring Suites Carol Stream - Chicago is a straightforward, all-suite property in West Chicago/Carol Stream, located at 1160 N Gary Ave. It’s positioned opposite a shopping mall and is set up with suite-style rooms that many guests experience as more like long-term apartment units than a traditional full-service hotel. The property is rated 3.9/5 from 305 public reviews and is listed as a 4-star class.
Suites & In-Room Features
Suites are streamlined and include free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes with a dining table and chairs. Some suites add a sofabed. Guests frequently mention spacious rooms and ample storage for personal items and kitchen supplies.
On-site Services
Parking is complimentary. There is a coin-operated laundry available on-site. Other amenities are not documented.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 4 miles from I‑355 and about 4 miles from Cosley Zoo, with Chicago O’Hare International Airport roughly 22 miles away. Nearby points of interest include Cantigny Park and the First Division Museum at Cantigny (about 9.6–9.7 km), Lilacia Park (about 9.9 km), and Lynfred Winery (about 6.3 km). Family-friendly outings in the wider area include The Morton Arboretum (about 13.9 km), LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago (about 13.6 km), and DuPage Children’s Museum (about 17.6 km).
Best for
This property is best suited to travelers who want suite-style accommodations with a kitchenette, dining table, and on-site coin laundry—especially for longer stays where storage space and self-catering matter. It can also work for guests who value straightforward logistics like free parking and proximity to I‑355, plus nearby suburban attractions such as Cantigny Park and Cosley Zoo.
Travel tips
If you plan to cook in the kitchenette, note that guest feedback indicates cookware, dishes, and utensils may not be provided—packing essentials can help. For day trips, Cosley Zoo is about 6.3 km away, and Cantigny Park/First Division Museum are around 9.6–9.7 km away, making them easy short drives. O’Hare is roughly 22 miles away, so allow extra time for airport travel depending on traffic.
What guests say
Many guests highlight strong value for the price along with a convenient location, and several note that rooms feel spacious with plenty of storage. Staff experiences are mixed: some guests praise staff and overall stay quality, while others report unprofessional interactions. Multiple comments emphasize that the kitchenette setup may lack basic cooking/dining items such as pots, dishes, and silverware, which can surprise guests expecting a fully equipped kitchen. A minority of reviews raise concerns about the property feeling more like long-term apartment-style housing than a typical overnight hotel and mention discomfort with public areas and maintenance issues.
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