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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

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Located close to Northwestern University, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a restaurant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(156 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

In the suburbs, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG is in Downtown Evanston, a walkable area in Evanston with great shopping. Chicago History Museum and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center. Visit our Evanston travel guide
Map
1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

What's nearby

  • Clark Street Beach
    Clark Street Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Northwestern University
    Northwestern University
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dawes Park
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Evanston History Center
    10 min walk - 0.6 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
  • Bennison's Bakery
    6 min walk
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop
    3 min walk
  • Yasotorn
    6 min walk
  • Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi
    5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Close to 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 free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • 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

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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

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?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1049 out of 1887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 460 out of 1887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1887 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yijia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room quiet and clean, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, great staff, reasonable parking,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location in Evanston.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was convenient and walking distance to the CTA. And in a very quiet safe clean area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place, good location, and some of the lowest parking fees for hotels in Chicago area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable after a long flight. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was good early in morning when things were fresh. Later in morning like 9:30 the freshness was not there. Rooms were cleaned daily which was very nice. Staff was friendly. i will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel. Check-in was pleasant, efficient, and the hotel's amenities were nicely highlighted. I was blessed to be granted a room on the south side ofbthe building
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was pleasant and efficient. All pertinent info was shared. Room was on an upper floor with view of downtown Chicago. Room was clean, bed was wonderful, and view was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean room, nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff was very nice. Definitely going back there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is our go-to hotel always when we stay in the Chicago area. It’s quiet, has a great staff, and is close to coffee shops, bakeries, and restaurants in Evanston, IL, and also within walking distance to Lake Michigan. The nice-size rooms and even the on-site parking costs a fraction of what Chicago hotels charge. If it’s snowing in the winter we can leave our car and walk just a few steps to the elevated train (Dempster, purple line) to ride to the city. Close to Northwestern U and reasonably close to Loyola U. Way more peaceful and economics than staying in the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison West Western

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Supervisor on check in was The Best. Food recommendations. Parking info. Direvtions to the room. Easy info. Staff rest of the stay was available and happy to assist in any regards. Clean rooms. Quiet Stay. Great location for my needs while traveling for business.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, nice staff, spotless room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

YU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Some rooms are not for light sleepers for sure, with the nearby trains coming and going constantly. We had to change a room after the first night. The second room is fine. The staff is nice. Marissa changed a room for us immedialy after I requested it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. The room was very clean and the temperature in the room was great. The breakfast was okay. The parking ramp cracked me up when going out. It felt like the car was going to flip over or like I was on a rollercoaster ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean room, comfortable bed, courteous and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value! What stood out was clean room, nice bed linens, pillows, Keurig coffeemaker, shower, very friendly staff, very high quality breakfast all can eat buffet only $10! Would definitely stay again and recommend highly..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, nice staff
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, comfortable stay, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They have a great breakfast, buffet style, at a great price! Staff are also friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff made us feel like we were visiting family! Exceptional service and conversations.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are friendly, bed was comfortable, & location is great for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025