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Our top choices for Evanston hostels

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1. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,381 reviews)
"Very solid, stayed in the 8 bedroom, solo traveler, great place."
United States
Kimasia
The price is AED 371
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
HI Chicago Hostel
Interior detail

2. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (504 reviews)
"if you don’t mind shared bathroom then this is a good place to stay, clean rooms and clean property"
United States
Cameron
The price is AED 511
AED 599 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
Restaurant

3. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (491 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and great location."
United States
TIMOTHY
The price is AED 672
AED 789 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Wrigley Hostel
Front of property

4. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (249 reviews)
"Good people Stairs are a bit difficult Convenient location Decent neighborhood Heavy Chicago traffic Cheers"
United States
Donald
The price is AED 167
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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Top Evanston Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

10/10 Excellent
"We did purchase a breakfast for all 5 of us. Paid over $100 for the breakfast to be included. We all had breakfast then I got a bill for over $160. I went to front desk. They said it would not be charged. I got home. It was charged. Came straight from my credit card. Had to call and get it taken care of. Super frustrating and worrisome. They did credit me for the breakfast and even included the tip we left the waitress for the inconvenience. Wonderful place to stay. Great location. Very convenient we parked in a public structure right across the street for $20 less/day than valet. Still pricey. But convenient to be able to get to your car whenever you want. I would for sure stay here again. Just wouldn’t do the breakfast. Not worth the hassle to pre pay for it. And not worth the price to pay up front either. It was delicious food. Just pricey for a breakfast."
Barbara 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Evanston?
You may like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets good reviews from our travelers: Congress Plaza Hotel - 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from the heart of Evanston. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Evanston?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. Average annual precipitation for Evanston is 49 inches.
What is there to see and do in Evanston?
In general, Evanston is known for its college atmosphere, live music, and restaurants. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Michigan Avenue, and United Center. Get out into nature with places like Dawes Park, Clark Street Beach, and Dog Beach. Cultural attractions include Halim Time & Glass Museum, Evanston History Center, and Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art.
What's the best way to get to and around Evanston while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Evanston on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), situated 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at Davis Metro Station, Dempster Station, and Foster Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Evanston Davis Street Station, Evanston Main Street Station, or Evanston Central Street Station.

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