Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, An Ihg Hotel, Evanston ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1501 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, Illinois, United States of America, 60201-4416

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston is a recently renovated hotel located just four blocks from Northwestern University. This hotel is adjacent to Rotary International and offers convenient access to cultural and sporting events in Evanston. Guests can enjoy the local dining, shopping, and attractions such as Ryan Field and Gentile Arena near the hotel.

Location

Conveniently situated in downtown Evanston, the hotel allows easy access to Northwestern University and the Metra Purple Line. Parking is available on-site for a daily fee, and the hotel operates a free shuttle within a three-mile radius. The location provides frontage to numerous scenic parks and local attractions.

Rooms

The hotel provides non-smoking guest rooms with either a king-size bed or two queen beds. Each room is equipped with a mini refrigerator, microwave, and a Keurig coffee maker. Guests can also find Bath and Body Works amenities in their rooms, along with complimentary Wi-Fi for easy connectivity.

Eat & Drink

The University Plaza Café serves breakfast from 7 AM to 10 AM and offers gourmet comfort food. Additionally, guests can explore various dining options within walking distance for lunch and dinner. The hotel also features a Marketplace Sundries for on-the-go meals.

Leisure & Business

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston offers a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool for relaxation. Business facilities include a conference room that can accommodate up to 300 guests, equipped with advanced technology and catering options to support meetings. Guests can enjoy seamless connectivity with complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

“The hotel is perfectly situated in downtown Evanston, just a short walk to the beautiful lakefront and vibrant shops.”view full review

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“Exceptional service in the heart of downtown Evanston!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.7)

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site at USD 18 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$10 per person per day.

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

English, German, Spanish, Chinese, Greek, Macedonian

Year renovated:2008

Number of floors:12

Number of rooms:159

Former name

Best Western University Plaza

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Coffee machine

Heating

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Executive King Room Hearing accessible

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Evanston2700 ft

Airports

Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 16.0 mi

Midway International (MDW) 20.5 mi

Train

Evanston (Davis St.) Metra1700 ft

Main St. Metra4300 ft

Metro stations

Dempster1400 ft

Davis1400 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Incredible Comfort!

“The bed was exceptionally comfortable with soft sheets, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long day.” view full review

Breakfast Delight!

“The full breakfast spread was a fantastic way to start the day, offering a great variety at a reasonable cost.” view full review

Relaxing Spa!

“The spa services provided a much-needed relaxation. It truly felt like an oasis to unwind between our travels.” view full review

Spotlessly Clean!

“The newly assigned room was immaculate, featuring clean carpets and fresh linens that made our stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool
Live entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1501 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, Illinois, United States of America, 60201-4416

Map view

1501 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, Illinois, United States of America, 60201-4416

City landmarks

University

Northwestern University

2700 ft

Museums

Halim Time & Glass Museum

2100 ft

Lighthouse

Grosse Point Lighthouse

1.4 mi

Museums

Block Museum of Art

4400 ft

Museums

Frances Willard Historical Asn

2100 ft

Museums

Evanston History Center

3100 ft

711 Main St

Dave's Down to Earth Rock Shop

1.1 mi

Museums

American Toby Jug Museum

4000 ft

1501 Central St

Ryan Field

1.5 mi

Museums

Charles Gates Dawes House

2300 ft

Parks

Dawes Park

3000 ft

1730 Chicago Ave

Frances Willard House

2100 ft

Amusement Park

Penny Park

3600 ft

600 Emerson St

Cahn Auditorium

3000 ft

918 Chicago Ave

FEW Spirits

3700 ft

Amusement Park

Burnham Shores Park

4400 ft

Evanston

Mason Park

4100 ft

Beach

Greenwood Street Beach

3500 ft

McCormick Blvd between Church and Main

Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park

1.6 mi

Garden

Shakespeare Garden

1.1 mi

Beach

Clark Street Beach

4200 ft

2131 Tech Dr

Dearborn Observatory

1.0 mi

Beach

Lee Street Beach

4400 ft

Evanston

Leahy Park

1.2 mi

2024 McCormick Blvd

Ladd Arboretum

1.3 mi

Beach

Lighthouse Beach

1.4 mi

2705 Ashland Ave

Welsh-Ryan Arena

1.6 mi

7340 N Rogers Ave

Pottawattomie Park

2.0 mi

Nearby

820 Davis St Suite 151

Lock Chicago Escape Rooms

1200 ft

Events

Nichols Concert Hall

700 ft

Restaurants

Edzo's Burger Shop

700 ft

1571 Sherman Ave Ste 2

OtherBrother CoffeeBar

400 ft

1549 Sherman Ave

Subway

400 ft

724 Clark Street Space No 724

Cheesie's Pub and Grub

800 ft

622 Davis St

Cold Stone Creamery

1200 ft

1611 Sherman Ave

Bennison Bakeries

1600 ft

1000 Davis St

Soulwich

1300 ft

1634 Orrington Ave Near Orrington Hilton Hotel

Kafein Coffee

1600 ft

1621 Chicago Ave

La Cocinita

1800 ft

1625 Chicago Ave

Bagel Art

1400 ft

615 Dempster St

Gigio's Pizzeria

1600 ft

1001 Davis St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

comfortable

not free

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.7

Service

8.3

Dining

7.7

Theodore

United States of America, March 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The service was amazing, with staff being very friendly and helpful. The location was perfect for my needs, and the dining experience was tasty. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was wonderful, with staff being very friendly and responsive.

Location

8.0

The location was ideal for what I wanted.

Dining

8.0

The dining was tasty, and the traditional meals were enjoyable.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities offered everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

clean

not free

Patrick

United States of America, November 2023

7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and cozy, but the hallways were a bit narrow. The two queen beds were comfortable, and the room had all the amenities I needed. The construction view from the large window was a minor downside, but overall, a pleasant experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The service was overall friendly, especially the maid. However, there seemed to be a need for more training in handling guest orders.

Location

9.0

The location was great, with easy access to various food options and shops. It was convenient for taking a walk and exploring the area.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory, though the breakfast was a bit pricey. The food quality was excellent, but more variety would have been appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the basic facilities needed for a comfortable stay.

Betty

United States of America, October 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were not only big, nice, and extremely clean but also had amazing amenities and a beautiful view of the city. The two comfortable queen beds, office chair, ample lighting, blackout drapes, fridge, microwave, safe, flatscreen TV, and luxurious bath with scented lotion and bar soap made my experience unforgettable. In fact, I loved it so much that I decided to extend my stay by an extra night!

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and equipped with top-notch amenities. It was a delight to stay here.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly kind and efficient. The staff went above and beyond to make sure my needs were met and that I had a fantastic experience.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal for exploring the city, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and attractions. It was so convenient to walk around and enjoy everything the area had to offer.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb, with a delicious buffet breakfast that left me satisfied. Although the price was a bit high at $41 for two people, the quality of the food made it worth it.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay. From dry cleaning to tours assistance, they had it all covered.