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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4.0 star property

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A grand lobby with a chandelier, a check-in counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.
Exterior
A dimly lit bar area with multiple hanging lamps and a framed painting on the wall.
Lobby
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, leather seating, and a table.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

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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

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

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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 Wi-Fi

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston puts you in the heart of Evanston, steps from Northwestern University and within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Michigan. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Homestead Room, is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Homestead Room Lounge is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with brunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Downtown Evanston hotel include Wrigley Field and Loyola University Chicago.

What's nearby

  • Northwestern University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dawes Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Clark Street Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Evanston History Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant + Vine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cupitol - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Colectivo Coffee Evanston - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Epic Burger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre 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 a lift. 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Evanston offers 119 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 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 complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 20 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Homestead Coffee Car
  • Homestead Room
  • Homestead Room Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1927
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 lb 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 guest room 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Graduate by Hilton Evanston offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Evanston on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$266, 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.

Is parking available at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Evanston has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 35.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

The closest beach to Graduate by Hilton Evanston is Oak Street Beach (16.6 km).

What makes Graduate by Hilton Evanston a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Graduate by Hilton Evanston.

Is Graduate by Hilton Evanston family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Graduate by Hilton Evanston is a hit with families.

Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

No, Graduate by Hilton Evanston does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Evanston, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Graduate by Hilton Evanston Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Amenities
Great location, comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hotel with flair
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Curious staff, clean rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay fantastic restaurant fantastic staff
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible decor and overall vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing the staff were very friendly !!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Nariman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This staff was friendly, rooms were clean but noticed very few details that were missed, nothing too bothersome. Rooms are great in size and decor was very pleasant. Bar was also excellent. Beautiful walking distance to shops and restaurants. Neighborhood is also vibrant and safe at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kalani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely lovely, and the check-in and check-out process was smooth and effortless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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