Several bus lines run directly to Adler from this area. This rate includes breakfast and dinner. In the summer, Hostelling International is also open. Cheaper hotels in the area are all located slightly south of Adler, about a mile down Michigan Ave. If you are interested in Bed and Breakfast accomodations, there are several available, both in downtown Chicago and nearby communities.
Oak Park is located outside of downtown Chicago, on a commuter train line.
The trip to the downtown area would take approximately 15 to 20 minutes. There are two additional Bed and Breakfast networks in Chicago. Both have internet websites. One is the Heritage Registry Bed and Breakfast. They have one location right across the river from the Adler School.