Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Lake Michigan

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Room options

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Home Alone Suite) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite (Home Alone Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Home Alone Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Home Alone Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

Home Alone Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

Downtown Evanston stay.A stay at this Downtown Evanston hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Northwestern University. Baha'i House of Worship and Welsh-Ryan Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Dawes Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Greenwood Street Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Davis Metro Station - 9 min walk
  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Prairie Moon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frida’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4-star hotel near Lake Michigan
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Graduate by Hilton Evanston. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Evanston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1927
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Evanston offers 119 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 20 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving after regular check-in hours are asked to use the courtesy phone inside and follow the posted instructions for late check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 10 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20.00 per night(300 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Evanston Homestead
Homestead Evanston
Homestead Hotel Evanston
Homestead Evanston Hotel
Graduate Evanston
The Homestead Evanston
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Evanston
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Hotel Evanston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Graduate by Hilton Evanston to the airport?

Graduate by Hilton Evanston is 25.5 mi (44-min drive) away from the Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

As of Jan 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Evanston on Jan 25, 2026 start from $99.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Graduate by Hilton Evanston.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Evanston to the beach?

This hotel is 7 mi (30-min drive) from Montrose Beach and 11.8 mi (37-min drive) from North Avenue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Graduate by Hilton Evanston, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 10 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (19-min drive) and Rivers Casino (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 35.00 per day.

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston have a pool?

Graduate by Hilton Evanston does not have a pool.

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston have a restaurant?

Graduate by Hilton Evanston is home to SoCo Bar & Bites, which features brunch.

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Graduate by Hilton Evanston to downtown Evanston?

Graduate by Hilton Evanston is 0.6 mi away from Evanston.

Graduate by Hilton Evanston Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 663 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, charming
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

lubna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pathetic Staff!!! No Water!!! Telephone in the Room Was not working
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay!

What a fun place to stay! Room was spacious, service was excellent, and we loved the front porch! Just a few suggestions.....better coffee in the rooms The instant coffee didn't work for us. And pillows were too stiff, but other than that...so much to like! Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ping

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
12mi walk to northwest university
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Great vibe. Rooms are small. Elevator is small. Great location to campus, downtown Evanston, the lake and the El.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria Camilla

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thermostat malfunction

Everything was fine except the thermostat in the room. It was set to 68 (on cool) and the controls did not work, so I couldn't adjust it. I contacted the front desk twice about it. Once I was told they could bring a heater to my room - what?! And make the cold air blow more to keep it at the 68 setting that couldn’t be changed?! The second time I was told they would send a technician to check/fix it right away. If they did so while I wasn’t in the room, nothing changed. The thermostat controls never worked during my stay and the room stayed cooler than needed/comfortable, particularly at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were spacious and clean. It is across the street from a cemetery which didn’t bother me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Margit

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Please don’t deny someone smoked in my room.

The hotel put us in a room where someone had clearly been smoking. They simply said we don’t have smoking rooms. Which is a cheap cop out. If the hotel actually cared, they would have come up and checked for themselves. I was just blown off. Luckily, I had booked this room via Hotels.com who immediately issued a full refund as you might have. I’ll be booking through them more now.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cozy hotel. Restaurant and bar in hotel. Very close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025