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
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Restaurant
Interior entrance
Restaurant

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

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

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(141 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
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
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
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
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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
  • Dawes Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Clark Street Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive - 2.1 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
  • ‪Trattoria Demi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Newport Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 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
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.
  • 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 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on 5 Jan 2026 start from AU$127.35, 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. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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. 923 out of 1699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 1699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1699 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ernest

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dilman

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AISULU

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

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

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

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

8/10 Good

Sterling

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and in good shape. The convenience of its closeness to campus and to downtown Evanston restaurants were both definite perks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking tight and very steep. Wall shook when someone slammed door down the hall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prashant

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

10/10 Excellent

shuchen

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

8/10 Good

Tsai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly front desk staff!!! Love the location! Wish there is a bar and more dinning options on site.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Leoncio

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pool not working, parking fees, breakfast not included
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Wonderful service from front desk staff!!! Give them a raise! Adequate hotel but needs an update. Some moldy smell of unidentifiable origin in bathroom. Mats in elevator tagged, parking lot needs a power wash and more lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natenael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hongwei

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keshun

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimuyen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

NAEEM

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room service did not come at all during my two nights stay, the front desk did not do anything about it when I went and talked to them about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They have no usb ports installed in their rooms. Modern hotels have these and even older hotels have been retrofitted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Unsafe Parking and Rude Staff

Unsafe parking and rude staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025