Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

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

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Relax in our spacious lobby with a comfortable seating area, featuring a sofa and armchairs.
Enjoy casual dining in a stylish space with comfortable seating and a modern design.
Enjoy a city view from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring two single beds, a desk, and a coffee maker.
Relax with a drink at the hotel's bar, where you can enjoy a flat-screen TV and comfortable seating.
Corridors feature illuminated panels that add ambiance to the space.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Northwestern University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Loyola University Chicago
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
  • Northwestern University - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Loyola University Chicago - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Aragon Ballroom - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bennison's Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cupitol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shang Noodle & Chinese - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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
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 Jul 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on Aug 6, 2025 start from $132.0, 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 Aragon Ballroom and Riviera Theatre nearby.

Is parking available on site 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

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 24.7 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 17.3 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 793 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1451 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

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night and enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn, West Chester

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was tucked away near the downtown businesses with many shops and restaurants within a ten minute walk. The El was close by and you could also walk 3.5 blocks to the beach. The property itself was clean, modern, snd updated. We stayed here while visiting Northwestern University.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hasan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Souhil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient practical
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
MARY at the front desk was the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Goshen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better parking needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good times

Great location, very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

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

Chicago Trip

Great location & room!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Some of the surfaces in our room were peeling off and generally kind of beat up. Wished they had complimentary coffee in the lobby. Instead they had a pitcher of ice water that was usually empty. Staff was nice, though some front desk staff were not super professional. Cleaning staff was excellent. Can’t beat the location in downtown Evanston!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience at this hotel. Super location, near train and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zhenhao

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Amenities
Great property and service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ghazala

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is at a good location, but the entire Room service everything is really bad. I would not recommend anyone room is very depressing not clean. Doesn’t have any good for the price we paid save your money and find a different place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice room. Clean and comfortable—though the coffee maker didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025