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Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay if visiting someone attending Northwestern. Convenient to Evanston’s restaurants and stores as well as the university buildings. The rooms are very roomy and have a kitchenette which is helpful. The staff is friendly and helpful."
United States
Cindy
The price is ¥27,948
¥31,994 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Hyatt House Chicago/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, (1,001 reviews)
"Will stay at this property again "
United States
Richard
The price is ¥23,690
¥27,120 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

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, (1,889 reviews)
"Great breakfast, great staff, reasonable parking,"
United States
Hannah
The price is ¥17,899
¥20,491 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

Hilton Orrington / Evanston

Hilton Orrington / Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (46 reviews)
"Excellent location, courteous staff. Older building, but nicely renovated."
United States
Catherine
The price is ¥23,818
¥27,268 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hilton Orrington / Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Fun new/old-fashioned vibe. Great location for those visiting Northwestern. "
United States
Gretchen
The price is ¥23,690
¥27,121 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Graduate by Hilton Evanston

The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
"Great well taken care of boutique hotel. Loved the decoration and the quiet area of Evanston. Breakfast was great and a sit down service that was much appreciated."
United States
Michael
The price is ¥20,447
¥23,408 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
The Gem Museum Suites

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, (2,485 reviews)
"Sable Hotel is an incredible place to stay in Chicago. The location at Navy Pier is unbeatable—right on the water with stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Waking up to the sunrise over the lake and seeing the city lights at night was a highlight of the trip."
United States
Erik
The price is ¥28,827
¥39,689 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hyatt Regency Chicago
4.0 star property
18.5 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,506 reviews)
"Increíble hotel súper friendly staff! "
United States
Alejandra
The price is ¥36,897
¥49,471 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Hyatt Regency Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,037 reviews)
"Great location, rooms good "
Australia
Lynette
The price is ¥21,123
¥29,540 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Swissotel - Chicago

Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 star property
18.6 km from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,296 reviews)
"Best service in Chicago!"
United States
Bianca
The price is ¥31,109
¥42,518 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Swissotel - Chicago

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, (2,841 reviews)
"Great breakfast and happy hour, overall nice place to stay close to everything! "
United States
AMANDA
The price is ¥23,740
¥32,832 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park
4.5 star property
18.7 km from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,141 reviews)
"A great option to stay in the city! Nice hotel and friendly staff."
United States
Nicole
The price is ¥27,037
¥37,747 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
Fairmont Chicago at Millennium Park

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
3.0 star property
18 km from Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,218 reviews)
"The design of the property and location is great!"
United States
Fedna
The price is ¥23,394
¥27,815 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Downtown Evanston
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (10,141 reviews)
"Bed was super comfy and location was great. "
United States
Kelly
The price is ¥19,672
¥23,388 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
Congress Plaza Hotel

Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,771 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Love this hotel. Great area with great restaurants and fun things to do close by. "
United States
Matt
The price is ¥24,965
¥34,293 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Chicago

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 star property
18.1 km from Downtown Evanston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,037 reviews)
"The hotel was beautifully maintained and the pool was wonderful. "
United States
Joan
The price is ¥31,245
¥42,648 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
4.5 star property
17.2 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,436 reviews)
"Fantastic location and a luxury hotel for a fair price."
United States
Cornelius
The price is ¥33,773
¥44,825 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,449 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and great location for the price. Large rooms, good breakfast."
United States
Lora Javenkoski
The price is ¥23,112
¥27,480 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - Medical

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
4.0 star property
16.4 km from Downtown Evanston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,403 reviews)
"This hotel is superb value and I will definitely return"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ¥22,594
¥26,866 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

Arlo Chicago

Arlo Chicago
4.0 star property
18.7 km from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,104 reviews)
"Great location! Loved staying here"
United States
Nicole
The price is ¥25,252
¥34,770 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Arlo Chicago
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Evanston

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Greek cuisine
The Gem Museum Suites
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
116 reviews
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Lobby
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
46 reviews
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Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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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

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

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

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

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.

Lincoln Park

Upscale national retailers, boutiques, and bookstores abound in this affluent area, alongside numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Must-see attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, and North Avenue Beach. Easily accessible via CTA transit and major roads.

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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, Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston is the highest ranked property in Downtown Evanston. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Lake Michigan, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other favorite options in the area include Graduate by Hilton 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?
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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.