The Orland Park center is around 2 miles northeast of Arctic Arena and 4 miles west of Children's Memorial Hospital.
As with most places in the northern half of the U.S., Chicago's busiest tourist season is during the summer when kids are out of school and temperatures rise, but that doesn't make it the best time to visit. Summers in Orland Park are characterized as being muggy, hot, and unbearable. Though the temperatures only get to around 80 to 85 degrees on average, summers are so humid, it feels much hotter than other states, like Utah and Colorado, which have higher temperatures but have a dry heat.
Add to that the fact that hotel rates go up, and it becomes clear that the shoulder seasons of spring and fall are better times to go. You'll find less crowds and more reasonable high temperatures, especially mid-April to May and September to October. Avoid November through March, however. Winters in Orland Park are bitterly cold.
If you're looking for accommodations that have a few more amenities than the more affordable options but are less expensive than the luxury options, here's a list of hotels you may want to consider located near Orland Park.
Wingate by Wyndham Tinley Park is a highly rated hotel that offers guests many comforts for their stay ,and children 17 and under stay free, saving you even more. Enjoy a hot breakfast each morning with items such as scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage along with cereal, bagels, yogurt, and juice. Unwind by taking a swim in the indoor pool. There's a fitness center along with a business center, conference rooms, and meeting rooms.
Over in Matteson, about 10 miles from Orland Park, is Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago Southland Matteson. Near Lincoln Mall, this hotel offers a free Manager's Reception every Wednesday evening with wine, beer, soda, and appetizers. Each room is equipped with a Hampton bed and free Wi-Fi. Head to the lobby where you'll find free coffee 24 hours a day and a hot breakfast in the mornings with options like oatmeal, waffles, and cereal. On weekday mornings, you can choose a Hampton On the Run Breakfast Bag.
Orland Park is known for its parks. Here, you'll find more than 60 to choose from, making lots of opportunities for riding bikes, walking along trails, playing sports, and climbing play equipment. Centennial Park is one of the biggest with 192 acres. It includes a public swimming pool complex with a children's play area and six water slides in addition to two pools. If you head here in the winter, check out Winter Wonderland Ice Rink, an outdoor ice rink that is open from around Thanksgiving to early March.
Lake Sedgewick has a great park area around it that includes hiking paths, boat ramps, boardwalks, and nature trails. If you take the time to come here, consider renting a pedal boat or kayak and get out on the water. Sag Valley Trail System has unpaved trails that stretch out more than 20 miles, including an 8.1-mile loop that takes hikers past the Swallow Cliff Stairs and Cap Sauers Nature Preserve. Cap Sauers spans more than 1,520 acres and features an esker, which is formed by a river that at one time ran in or on a glacier. Of course, these are just some of the most popular parks in Orland Park, but there are many more to choose from.
Orland Park is a very nice subdivision of Chicago — putting you near the action but giving you a sanctuary to go to at night to sleep. With Orland Park's low crime rate and its small-town charm, it's a great location for your next getaway.
Below are reviews of the city of Orland Park, IL from an actual visitor's perspective.
All the amenities especially dining are here!
By comparison to other hotels in the Chicago area, this place is number one by far! Keep on doing what you're doing . I appreciate you!!!!!!
Did not see much of Orland Park, however the country club where the family wedding was held was lovely.
The Food at 94 West and the shopping mall are the 1st and 2nd things to do when you arrive. Loved it!!!!