Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 32 min drive
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 35 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 60 min drive
Evanston Central Street Station - 3 min drive
Evanston Davis Street Station - 7 min walk
Evanston Main Street Station - 16 min walk
Dempster Station - 4 min walk
Davis Metro Station - 6 min walk
Foster Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Potbelly Sandwich Shop - 3 min walk
Bennison's Bakery - 6 min walk
Cupitol - 2 min walk
Todoroki - 5 min walk
Shang Noodle & Chinese - 4 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel
At Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Northwestern University. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Wrigley Field and Loyola University Chicago are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Dempster Station is 4 minutes and Davis Metro Station is 6 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
159 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 18.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (8500 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Swimming pool
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
27-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 28 2024 to June 1 2025 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday:
Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday and Thursday:
Outdoor pool
Parking
Self parking costs USD 18.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's a pool. The pool will be unavailable from June 28 2024 to June 1 2025 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 18.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (16-min drive) and Rivers Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston, an IHG Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Dempster Station and 15 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Visit to temple
Room was very comfortable and clean. Parking was okay considering the city congestion. Close to Baha’i House of Worship, which was our reason for the visit. Also walking distance from Northwestern University. Lots of places within walking distance to eat. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful, especially maintenance.
Doug
Doug, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 24, 2024
Keith
Keith, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 21, 2024
Newell A Augur
Newell A Augur, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Kathryn M
Kathryn M, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Diana
Diana, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
AbdulAziz
AbdulAziz, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 3, 2024
Tired and dirty
The lobby, hallways, elevators and guest room floor were filthy. People were smoking in the non smoking guest rooms. It felt like a college dorm from the 1990s.
ANTONIA
ANTONIA, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Saud
Saud, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Chira
Chira, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 24, 2024
Lillian
Lillian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
We always stay here. Great value
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Taj
Taj, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Work trip and everything was great at this hotel
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 21, 2024
Bathroom issues
The toilet was leaking and it took forever to get hot water
Jane
Jane, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 17, 2024
Atsuko
Atsuko, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 16, 2024
One star hotel with 4 star pricing. Avoid if possi
Even with a more modern look, the building feels very dated, worn out and very expensive for the amenities offered. Rooms are blah, television in the room did not have a lot of working channels despite having a list of channels that should have been working. You pay extra money for parking and one of the scariest parking lots I've ever seen. When we were there there was only one elevator working. Not a good scenario when you are on the 15th floor and there's a wedding party also staying in the hotel. Waited long and often for the elevator. In addition, you had to travel multiple floors to find a working ice machine. Wouldn't recommend using the ice machine either. Didn't look very sanitary.