Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Restaurant
Restaurant
Interior entrance
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Place, Halim Time & Glass Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Northwestern University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Loyola University Chicago
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Evanston

At Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Lake Michigan and 2 km (1.3 mi) from Northwestern University. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Downtown Evanston hotel include Wrigley Field and Loyola University Chicago.

What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Loyola University Chicago - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wrigley Field - 14 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Dempster Station - 4 min walk
  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Suburban hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
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 centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 8500 square feet (790 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, 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
  • Conference 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG offers 159 accommodations with a safe 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 fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 8,500 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 12 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on 30 Oct 2025 start from AU$169.10, 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 Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 18.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is Montrose Beach (9.4 km).

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG serve breakfast?

Sure does, breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 884 out of 1630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 405 out of 1630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1630 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adnan, Fremont

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marc, Omaha

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

8/10 Good

Youngeun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s one of my favorite places to stay when I come to Chicago for work. I love that you can walk to the beach of Lake Michigan. I wish the restaurant and bar were open for more than just breakfast. The hotel appears to be understaffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ms. Marissa from the front desk offers wonderful service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Savas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Travelled with partner
Dated property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

Pool

The hotel was nice and pretty much as advertised. However, it was advertised as having a pool. One of the reasons we booked the hotel. We were looking forward to it since Chicago had multiple days in the high 90s and heat indexes between 105 to 108. Pool was under repair and blocked from usage.Web site should have reflected that. May have made a different decision.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrashekhar, Coppell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Edwin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy hotel. Overlooked the abandoned pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hyunju

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

STEVEN, Glendale

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Constant wind/whistle noise all night. Had huge spider webs on ceiling, curtains in the room. Judging from this, the room has not been cleaned. property looks dated. Staff is excellent, polite and informative. No elevator to top floor of the parking. If you have heavy luggage, use 1st or 2nd fl. Parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the area where the hotel is located and how close the L train station was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shailendra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property close to Wrigley Field
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Avonne, Rapid City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Faucet at bathroom sink broke off just turning it on
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Niluthfar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Omar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marisol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an hour on the train from the city but the area is cute and nice. I felt safe for the entirety of my stay. Staff was accommodating and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

First stay in Evanston.

I enjoyed my stay at the Holiday Inn in Evanston. I decided to spend the night there to be closer to the Aragon Ballroom to see AEW: Collision live. The Purple Line Express is convenient to get me there from Davis Street to Wilson and walked a few blocks to Lawrence. The only complaint was not able to get into the Wi-Fi on my Google streaming stick when the check mark didn't appear to accept. I used the mobile hotspot on my phone to connect the streaming stick. Other than that, the area is nice and quiet and has the CTA, Pace, and Metra to get around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Porasai

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