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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
Creator video - submitted by basedinboxwood
Interior entrance
Restaurant
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 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

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Standard Room

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 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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
  • Evanston History Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 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)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$139.19, 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.

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 926 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1709 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

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mixed review

Good things: helpful staff, great room cleaning, nice lobby, better-than-average hotel breakfast, convenient (paid) parking, small shops and cafes near-by. Not so good: pool closed, broken bike machine in gym, some free weights missing, awkward design in room with two queen bedroom that had small bathroom and only one chair, ice machine on different floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shahzeena

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice. The property is a little rundown
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Con - The attached parking is extremely low 6' 11" and tight parking. Large vehicles not recommended if so you're at the mercy of parking on the street. Pro - nice area, lots of food choices in short walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Klamath Falls

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jingyan, Arden Hills

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacey

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

Never again!!

I can't believe I paid what I did to stay here. Upon arriving, we had to switch rooms within 5 hours because our shower was broken. In the pic you can see there is clearly something wrong, but it was left for the guest (or us) to find. We were moved to a smaller room for unfortunately the same amount of money. Their doors have no give on them and slam shut when let go, so loudly it shakes your room. You have to pay for breakfast here. Paying almost $180 does NOT earn you breakfast. The hotel is in need of a major renovation in the rooms department. I won't ever stay here again. The only reason they can charge what they can is because it's in Evanston.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rami, Coralville

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to be in a location with walkable access to Northwestern and worried, a little, that this hotel would be too far south (I was traveling with my 80 year old parents). It really wasn't too far from the hive of activity for us to walk, and we felt safe navigating the area. The hotel was clean. The room service didn't come on one of the days, which was less of a concern for me and a bigger concern for my parents who want everything "just so" all the time. But we were there for five nights and, overall, the rooms were cleaned in a timely manner and the hotel was clean and safe. We also liked the very convenient garage parking. With an IHG membership, the parking only cost us $9 per night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

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