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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast area
Lobby

Overview of Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property

7.8/10 Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services
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1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationNorthwestern University9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLoyola University Chicago13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontrose Beach25 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)34 min drive

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About this area

Evanston

Located in Evanston, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel is in the suburbs and near a metro station. Grant Park and Millennium Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lincoln Park Conservatory and Lincoln Park Zoo. Chicago Children's Museum and Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Northwestern University - 9 min walk
  • Lincoln Park - 8 min drive
  • Loyola University Chicago - 13 min drive
  • Montrose Beach - 25 min drive
  • Wrigley Field - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Dempster Station - 4 min walk
  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cupitol - 2 min walk
  • Joy Yee's Noodle Kitchen - 6 min walk
  • Happy Lemon - 5 min walk
  • Shinsen Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge - 3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel

3-star hotel near a metro station
Near Northwestern University, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a porter/bellhop
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location
Room features
All 159 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast and dinner
This information is provided by our partners.

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 bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

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.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

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)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4 PM - 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
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 seasonal pool will be open from May 26 to September 04
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Does Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?

As of Mar 27, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel on Apr 9, 2023 start from $95.92, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in is from 4 PM - 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Michigan and Northwestern University. Loyola University Chicago and Lincoln Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). Dempster Station is only a 4-minute walk and Davis Metro Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel and receive a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1004 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 43%
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1004 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 29%
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1004 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 13%
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1004 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 9%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1004 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 6%

8.3/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Staff & service

7.5/10

Amenities

7.9/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really friendly, nice, and helpful. Very close to some restaurants, bars, and Space concert venue.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mhegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s so clean and staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and polite staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like that if you are staying in the hotel you have to pay $18 a day for parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alireza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delaney

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I mean, it's an older hotel, and the ramp to the parking garage was clearly designed by cenobites, but it's a great place to stay in Evanston and the staff were particularly nice and helpful this time around. We come here once a year and have no plans to change where we stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cesar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Friendly staff. Comfy bed. Coffee maker was broken, and Bathroom sink was clogged.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cansu, Columbia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose this property because i am from Evanston born and raised and I love the location. very convenient to everything! I remember the hotel before it was updated. Very impressed with how it turned out. The beds were very comfortable and I got a great night's sleep!! the breakfast buffet was delicious! very impressed with the staff at the front desk. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property & Room Cleanliness
Star Rating
3
Nearest Airport
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
Address
1501 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL