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Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Exceptional staff and comfortable stay. Always our choice of hotel when in Evanston. "
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥12,730
￥14,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
Exterior
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1711)
"Rooms were nice, area is great, staff was friendly "
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥11,043
￥12,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
Exterior
Hilton Orrington / Evanston

Hilton Orrington / Evanston

Hilton Orrington / Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Really nice stay"
United States
Wenhui
The price is ￥16,687
￥19,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Nice place "
United States
Steven
The price is ￥14,628
￥16,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
Terrace/patio
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great service, pretty, and clean"
United States
Erika
The price is ￥21,296
￥24,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Greek cuisine
The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"Great stay. The studio is small but has everything necessary."
United States
Julia
The price is ￥27,820
￥31,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
The Gem Museum Suites
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Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
3.0 star property
18 km from Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2972)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Elisha
The price is ￥13,093
￥15,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
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River Hotel

River Hotel

River Hotel
4.0 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4858)
"Great location, comfortable room, and nice staff."
United States
Claudia
The price is ￥12,177
￥14,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
River Hotel
Exterior
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
18.2 km from Downtown Evanston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2754)
"Excellent place to stay "
United States
Teniesha
The price is ￥12,355
￥19,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Lobby
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Downtown Evanston
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (9684)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Zach
The price is ￥12,671
￥14,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Congress Plaza Hotel
Terrace/patio
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
18.6 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2280)
"Great staff and restaurants!!"
United States
Abigale
The price is ￥13,486
￥21,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cocktail bar
Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Evanston
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2655)
"It's an excellent place."
United States
Jose
The price is ￥9,228
￥13,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Freehand Chicago
Exterior
Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Warwick Allerton - Chicago
4.0 star property
17.7 km from Downtown Evanston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (3017)
"Enjoyed this hotel stay. "
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥10,475
￥16,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Terrace/patio
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
18 km from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2204)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms, the location is amazing and near of everything "
United States
Sarwat
The price is ￥14,100
￥16,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Exterior
Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile

Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1059)
"Perfect location to surrounding area and activities, friendly staff, clean rooms, amazing gym, and delicious food."
United States
Hannah
The price is ￥15,460
￥22,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
Exterior
Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown Evanston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2408)
"The room was clean and the staff was outstanding. "
United States
Albert
The price is ￥17,980
￥25,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hilton Chicago
Nightclub
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
4.0 star property
19.2 km from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3323)
"Great hotel "
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥12,131
￥14,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Lobby sitting area
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago

Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago

Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
4.0 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1999)
"Great stay"
United States
Kramer
The price is ￥13,118
￥15,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Indoor pool
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
3.0 star property
18 km from Downtown Evanston
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (4273)
"Excellent location Restaurant attached "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ￥12,936
￥15,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
2 bars/lounges
Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago
4.0 star property
18.5 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3409)
"The Hotel was amazing great location "
United States
Donnisha
The price is ￥21,927
￥30,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency Chicago
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Where to stay in Downtown Evanston

Find the best Downtown Evanston areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Chicago showing a city

Downtown Chicago

The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.

The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek

The Loop

Chicago's central business district boasts numerous global businesses, retail establishments, and theaters. Explore the Loop Retail Historic District, Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District, and visit iconic attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago.

River North showing railway items, street scenes and a city

River North

Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.

Chicago showing rides

Theatre District

While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).

Top Downtown Evanston Hotel Reviews

Pendry Chicago

Pendry Chicago

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel and location."
Marcelo 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Pendry Chicago

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Evanston?
Travelers to Evanston's Downtown Evanston neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Consider a visit to Halim Time & Glass Museum as part of your Downtown Evanston travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Evanston?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Graduate by Hilton Evanston is the highest ranked property in Downtown Evanston. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Lake Michigan, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other favorite options in the area include Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston and Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown Evanston area?
With 19 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Evanston to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Evanston area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Evanston, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown Evanston.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Evanston?
To access more information about updating your trip to Downtown Evanston or cancelling it, click here.
What is there to do around this Evanston neighborhood?
Halim Time & Glass Museum is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Evanston. While you're out sightseeing in Evanston, be sure to visit other sights like Clark Street Beach or Dog Beach.
How can I get around Downtown Evanston and the greater Evanston area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Davis Metro Station is the closest metro station. To venture out of town, take a train from Evanston Davis Street Station.