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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Lake Michigan

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A grand lobby with a chandelier, a check-in counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with a covered outdoor seating area and a well-lit entrance.
A dimly lit bar area with multiple hanging lamps and a framed painting on the wall.
A spacious room with a grand chandelier, a check-in desk, and a staircase leading to another level.
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, leather seating, and a table.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Place, Northwestern University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dawes Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Halim Time & Glass Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a patterned carpet.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

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

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

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

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, floral pillows, a painting of a beach scene, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, a lamp, and a view of trees.

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, a lamp, and a view of trees.

Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A mantelpiece with framed photos, a Christmas wreath, and candles.

Suite (Home Alone Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a nightstand.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a window with curtains and a view of a building outside.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, and a desk with a lamp.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Home Alone Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

Downtown Evanston stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Evanston hotel, you'll find Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. Ryan Field and Baha'i House of Worship are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Northwestern University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dawes Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Clark Street Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grosse Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.3 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Elephant + Vine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Peep - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cupitol - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Joe's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4-star hotel near Lake Michigan
Graduate by Hilton Evanston offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Graduate by Hilton Evanston also features multilingual staff, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Evanston hotel is smoke free.

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

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

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; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 6 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

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)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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 (varies based on length of 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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 25 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20.00 per night(300 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 or credit 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, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Evanston on Sep 7, 2026 start from $167, including 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 12.4 mi (40-min drive) from Oak Street Beach and 5 mi (25-min drive) from Kathy Osterman 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 25 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

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: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

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 Homestead Room, 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. 677 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Amenities
Great location, comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

AMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location with swanky lobby!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Haakon

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, historic hotel in need of refurbishment, the menu could also do with an upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm friendly staff, impeccably clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable atmosphere and lovely decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hotel with flair
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cute and cozy and the perfect place to stay for visiting NU families.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location: short walk to restaurant in town and to Northwestern
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Curious staff, clean rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really like staying here. The staff makes us feel at home and are very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful building, great restaurant and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun new/old-fashioned vibe. Great location for those visiting Northwestern.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and quirky - great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay fantastic restaurant fantastic staff
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible decor and overall vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, good exercise room, bar & food was good. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but well appointed rooms with old-world flair. Excellent and comfortable bedding. meticolous staff in keeping the room clean and fresh. Limited breakfast choice but very high quality and presentation. Interesting drink menu at the bar
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love The Graduate! Beautifully restored hotel within walking distance to everything. The staff couldn’t have been nicer and my room was clean, comfortable, and nicely furnished. Lovely lobby, cocktail lounge,and restaurant reminiscent of a country club.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy check in and clean rooms. Walking distance to Northwestern campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was so gorgeous, along with the hotel. Love the unique vibe and the staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our regular place to stay when we come to Chicago. We like the nearness to multiple coffee shops and other interest.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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