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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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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

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is P4,367
P4,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(114 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(134 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
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 - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Loyola University Chicago - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wrigley Field - 15 min drive - 12.9 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

  • ‪Cupitol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Demi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Newport Coffee House - ‬3 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
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and an elevator
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and a gift shop
  • 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
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 does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG on Dec 1, 2025 start from P 4,367.11, 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.

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.

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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 898 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 411 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1651 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

John

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

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful - easy parking and a clean, safe environment. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was great !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanislava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy parking, safe neighborhood, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The housekeeper are very active on refining and tidying up your room when your out. Nice view of the city Overall, a good hotel experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, great staff and walking distance to restaurants, shops and the EL
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location for touring Northwestern University
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUBEN J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been in this hotel many time due is one block from Rotary International Head Quarter Offices,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff and housekeeping!!! Great customer service!! Very convenient location and easy parking!! Wish hotel have more amenities, such as restaurants and bars😅
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Desk clerk very helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nichole

Staff was very nice. Property could be cleaner. Seems small but the arm rests and table/ dresser tops were covered in a layer of dust.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the train...depending on your room you can hear it go by but it wasnt a deal breaker for us. The hotel was clean and in a super convenient area! Housekeeping even refilled our coffee with extra pods when we used them all on day 1
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended! I do not have any complaints about my stay at this location. 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ended up loving staying up on a top floor. Lakeview. Beautiful sunrise and moonrise!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here! Check in was pleasant. Staff was so nice. Room was clean. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The beds were comfortable, the staff very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet had something for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property located in North Chicago & close to NW. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just came to town for a concert and enjoyed my stay here. Front desk was very friendly and parking was great
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

Deborah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall, the property was in good condition. Everything was clean. The staff was very friendly parking was very accessible. The dining options were very close by. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025