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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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Exterior
Restaurant
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Interior entrance
Restaurant

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Gym
The current price is AED 404
AED 463 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(123 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Northwestern University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Loyola University Chicago - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wrigley Field - 14 min drive - 13.2 km

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

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Near Northwestern University, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gym. In addition to a business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and a gift shop
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 159 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 transportation 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 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?

Check-out 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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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 798 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1458 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

8/10 Good

Niluthfar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Front desk staff were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an older hotel but well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the area where the hotel is located and how close the L train station was.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good area for transport links, so great hotel for a base. Lovely room and view. Hotel a little bit tired and breakfast a bit sad, would have been great if had an bar area open to add atmosphere
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Savas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ms. Marissa from the front desk offers wonderful service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very comfortable and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff is extremely friendly & welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time I have stayed at this property. Pleasant staff, clean, good bed and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shailendra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an hour on the train from the city but the area is cute and nice. I felt safe for the entirety of my stay. Staff was accommodating and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly service and close to every place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property close to Wrigley Field
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s one of my favorite places to stay when I come to Chicago for work. I love that you can walk to the beach of Lake Michigan. I wish the restaurant and bar were open for more than just breakfast. The hotel appears to be understaffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and a great location in downtown Evanston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel. The train station is 200 meters away. There are many restaurants nearby. The beach is a 2-3-minute drive. The hotel is very clean, and the staff is very nice. I definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy hotel. Overlooked the abandoned pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ShiBing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, area was very safe and the room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025