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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3.0 star property

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Located close to Northwestern University, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a gym. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business centre and a restaurant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

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Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(129 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(151 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

In the suburbs, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is in Downtown Evanston, a walkable area in Evanston with great shopping. Chicago History Museum and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center. Visit our Evanston travel guide
Map
1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

What's nearby

  • Clark Street Beach
    Clark Street Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
    Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Northwestern University
    Northwestern University
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dawes Park
    10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cupitol
    2 min walk
  • Bennison's Bakery
    6 min walk
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop
    3 min walk
  • Peet's Coffee
    5 min walk
  • Trattoria Demi
    3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Close to Northwestern University, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in reception and a gym. In addition to a business centre and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and free newspapers
  • A banquet hall, a lift and luggage storage
  • A gift shop, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 159 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
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

Is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on 6 Apr 2026 start from NZ$247, 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Self-parking is available for USD 18.00 per day.

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.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Evanston, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Northwestern University. Baha'i House of Worship is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away. Dempster Station is only a 4-minute walk and Davis Metro Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1021 out of 1844 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 451 out of 1844 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 1844 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1844 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1844 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

MING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location in Evanston, close to Metra and CTA!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional staff. Very clean and neat property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean just outdated
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Generally fine. Carpets worn
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cassandra

Disliked: Cleanliness
I have never given a bad review. We did not feel safe in the parking or pulling up to the front
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. The room was very clean and the temperature in the room was great. The breakfast was okay. The parking ramp cracked me up when going out. It felt like the car was going to flip over or like I was on a rollercoaster ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been coming to this hotel annually for about 20 years now. Staff are always fantastic. Rooms are always clean. The area is great with lots of shopping and plenty of places to eat. Not too far from Northwestern or the lake. Area is quiet and safe. Ramp to parking garage was designed by cenobites. Would keep coming back for another 20 years.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

ziv

Disliked: Staff & service
Didn't get the room I ordered. The staff wasn't very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed just one night here with my mother, daughter, and her friend so my daughter and her friend could attend a concert nearby. Was super happy with the cleanliness of the hotel, the comfort of the beds, and the kind staff. Only minor complaint would be that the doors slam throughout which could be a little frustrating if you are a light sleeper and the parking garage is a little tight and could be really bad for someone with a low to ground car due to the super steep entrance/exit ramp. Lastly, I was under the impression that there was a bar/restaurant on site. Unfortunately, there is only the dining area for the paid breakfast or dinner. Aside from those few minor things, I would highly recommend this place. I will be returning in the summer as it's nice and close to the shore and beaches too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, clean room. Very very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sheldon

Disliked: Amenities
The room was very dated. There were no extra amenities such as f stops, hair cover, etc. The shower curtain was too short, resulting in the floor getting soaked. The staff neglected to make up our room one day and when we complained we got the runaround saying it must have been our fault that we left the do not disturb sign on, which was not true!They were supposed to deliver towels and coffee and it took two requests for them to comply. They were supposed to put them in the room, instead left everything in a plastic bag hanging from the outside door handle.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cameron was very nice and attentive ! Enjoyed the free coffee and paid complementary breakfast option
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mirella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty outdated hotel, limited TV channels, right next to the train too; but otherwise it was quiet and location is convenient! Easy to Uber everywhere too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are a bit run down, but the staff more than makes up for it with their willingness to go the extra mile for their customers
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Meghana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a total flop. Utensils , plates and bowls are super dirty. It was like reusing and never cleaned. Room was good. Sink was not working but they fixed it immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great value; spacious rooms and friendly front desk staff. With Keurig coffee makers ( just bring your own bottled water ) microwave and mini fridge in the room. Walking distance to stores and restaurants and the train. Affordable breakfast option right in the hotel and a convenience store that is always open. Always my place to stay in Evanston.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lamont

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a lot of things that was supposed to be included in the price that we paid attached I have our original bosom we arrived a day late but that does not change the Brussels that was included that we were charged for out of our deposit also I've never seen a hotel went out of hot water it's too many hitting Hidden charges didn't make any sense when I was told I was charged a $100 deposit and things was taken out of deposit like breakfast and supposed to be free I gave keys back and I was supposed to get the $100 back the whole story change just be careful at booking and watch where you stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff was very nice. Definitely going back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean room, nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yiwen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sound proof is on the poor side, no free breakfast—must pay ten dollars
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Good stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026