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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a restaurant, near Lake Michigan

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Place, Halim Time & Glass Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clark Street Beach
    ‪14 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(142 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • City view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

Located in Downtown Evanston within a short walk of Lake Michigan, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Northwestern University. This 3-star hotel has 159 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dog Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clark Street Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cupitol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Demi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪NaKorn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Suburban hotel with a restaurant, near Lake Michigan
At Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a computer station.
27-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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 transportation

  • Self 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Feb 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on Feb 24, 2026 start from $74.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see near Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Evanston within a short 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan. You'll also find Welsh-Ryan Arena and Baha'i House of Worship within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 18.00 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and free Internet access as well as a restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), which is 25 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 19 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG.

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 970 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 438 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1764 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1764 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel were very nice with friendly staff. If you are a light sleeper, the train riding by might be an issue. Otherwise, we highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Came in early on 12/3, as an ihg member I asked for early check in. Was told I could get in by 12:30pm/1pm. I sat in the lobby, right in front of the front desk for 2 hours while staff gossiped, talked about personal lives, and talked about inappropriate situations as check in staff at a hotel. Finally at 2:45pm after no one checking in on me, I asked if I could finally check in. Again, as an ihg member I expected the free waters and just better customer care overall. Not to mention I use this hotel at least once a month. Overall, terrible stay. No housekeeping for a 3 night stay? Another disappointment
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was still unavailable from when there was a flood several weeks ago.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable beds, good bathroom, friendly and responsive staff. At $18/night, though, the parking is overpriced, especially for an old garage hat has narrow parking spots and is prone to leaks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shnette

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUI

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel check in was awesome, the gentleman was very friendly and helpful. All of their front desk employees were very accommodating and friendly. The hotel lobby was in great condition and very clean. The hotel room was comfortable and well maintained. The carpet in the room was cleaned well with no smells. The ice and vending machines were working. I enjoyed the numerous cable channels and WiFi. There are many restaurants in the area that deliver food but will need to meet the delivery person for the food. In order to use the elevator you have to scan your key. Breakfast was very reasonable but there were no healthy options. The outside was a little confusing as what door to enter, but overall for the price it was worth it. The breakfast staff was not the most welcoming. The male greeter was not friendly and the female said nothing. My first concern was the shower and toilet were not disability friendly. Tub was slippery when wet toilet was super low to the floor which was difficult to manage with painful knees. My second, concern was the area where the hotel is located has changed since the last time I was in the area. I would be careful walking around alone if you are a female. Overall, this is the first hotel I encountered on your site that was not deceptive in its handling of its business.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eryka Raine, Lincolnwood

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for one night stay. Walkable area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Desk clerk very helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything went by smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff to the desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean and an excellent value. Staff was very friendly. Shout out to Mustafa!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Chicago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything worked well except parking explanation. Seemed to be plenty of street parking nearby, the message was we were parking perilously ticket-wise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, view of Evanston was superb, checkin and checkout were easy. Great hotel with comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Chicago

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything went well except parking perception
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great. It’s a great location. The rooms are nice. The bed was very comfortable, but our air conditioning didn’t work. We were very hot someone from the adjoining room try to open our doors as soon as we went to sleep it woke us up. we were all settled in to the room before we realize the air conditioner didn’t work and we thought it would be too much to move rooms. We should have because the hotel did not compensate us in anyway we would stay there again, but we would make sure that our air conditioner worked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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