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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Place, Halim Time & Glass Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Northwestern University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(142 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

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

What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dawes Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Greenwood Street Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dempster Station - 4 min walk
  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cupitol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Demi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shang Noodle & Chinese - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3-star hotel near Lake Michigan
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 8500 square feet (790 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Evanston hotel is smoke free.

  • 159 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 8500 sq ft of conference space
  • 790 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG offers 159 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 18 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

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

Best Western University
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston Hotel
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston
University Plaza Hotel Evanston
University Plaza Evanston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is 25 mi (41-min drive) away from the Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 6.7 mi (12-min drive) from Montrose Beach and 9.9 mi (16-min drive) from North Avenue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bally's Casino Chicago (19-min drive) and Rivers Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG to downtown Evanston?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Evanston.

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 946 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 439 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1738 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1738 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Chicago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything worked well except parking explanation. Seemed to be plenty of street parking nearby, the message was we were parking perilously ticket-wise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Chicago

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything went well except parking perception
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Noureddine

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Ok in general.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had two different experiences. On the first night I was on the 12th floor in a room next to the elevator and facing the El tracks. It was noisy and the climate control didn't work well. The next morning I asked to switch and the very nice desk person moved me to a room not next to the elevator and facing the other way. That room was so quiet and peaceful! So beware if you are noise sensitive--staying on the El side is very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eliesha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend cityview room. It is gorgeous with the sunrise and set. I would advise to research parallel parking prices before on an app. They charge $18 extra a night for parking and there are plenty of parallel spots at least on weekdays. They also charge a separate $50 incidental fee on site that I don’t think is the refundable deposit. (Still pending-so you may want to get clarification.) The walls are paper thin with the adjoining rooms. You will hear way too much. I had to turn the fans on constant. The beds are comfortable, and the staff are very nice. The wallpaper could definitely use updating, but nothing unusual for hotels in that pricd range these days. The area has a-lot of very cute restaurants so walking for meals is nice and very doable. It’s also a nice walk to Northwestern U.
View from cityview room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok for a short stay

I booked this hotel to health care for a relative after surgery. All in all, it was a great location, and the staff was friendly. It was also priced fairly well compared to other hotels in the area. It could've been a little cleaner, there was lots of dust on the lamps in our room and buildup of dirt and molded in little corners in the bathroom. I requested towels once and told they were being brought up, but they never came. I ended up just getting some from the housekeeping cart. The second time I asked to have towels sent up I was told I would need to pick them up from the front desk. I probably would not stay here again with the exception of an overnight trip and a few other options.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amy, Houston

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always smiling and greeting me from the moment I got there. Even though my room was by the vending machine and near the elevator, the room was nice and quiet. The suite I rented would be perfect for a bridal party to get ready in (I was in for a wedding while I stayed). Super easy to hop on the El (train) or Metra, and close to may yummy restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a pretty good experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniela

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
overcharged for breakfast after I left the property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast buffet and great city view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

William, Aurora

Traveled with partner
Dated room with dents in the wall. Hairs in the toilet up on checking in. Otherwise, clean enough. Comfortable bed. Nice view north from the 11th floor.Admjacent parking garage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable room, friendly staff, and good location for visiting Northwestern University.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t stay here long as we got in at 9
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025