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Our top choices for Downtown Evanston hotels

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1. 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, (2,172 reviews)
"Very clean and great location near restaurants. We’d stay here again."
United States
MICHELLE
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, overhead lighting, and a view of the street.

2. Hilton Orrington / Evanston

Hilton Orrington / Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (178 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the Hilton Orrington Evanston! It’s an older hotel, but the location is fantastic, with great coffee and restaurants nearby. The staff was super friendly and even gave us a ride to the game! We really enjoyed our time here and would absolutely recommend it."
United States
Michelle
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large potted plants and a series of unique, white pendant lights.

3. 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)
"Very helpful friendly staff and great location!"
United States
Sherri
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
A grand lobby with a chandelier, a check-in counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.

4. Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast was great."
United States
Lin
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
A modern lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering views of the street.

5. Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, very friendly staff and very good quality breakfast."
United States
mark
The price is £157
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large stained glass window.

6. The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites
3.5 star property
Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"The rooms were clean, and the staff was courteous and the Breakfast was excellent."
United States
Ernest
The price is £170
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Gem Museum Suites
A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, a blue carpet, and a flag.

7. Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
4.0 star property
12.3 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,209 reviews)
"Great location from both airports. Lovely hotel clean and convenient"
United Kingdom
Kanokkan
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a well-lit sign above the bar.

8. ACME Hotel Chicago, Outset Collection by Hilton

ACME Hotel Chicago, Outset Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
11.1 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,964 reviews)
"Hotel is great for the price."
United States
alex
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
ACME Hotel Chicago, Outset Collection by Hilton
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a tripod, and a sofa.

9. Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
11.6 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,761 reviews)
"Best stay, wonderful property."
Canada
Bonnie
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a modern chandelier.

10. Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
10.2 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,437 reviews)
"Staff was super kind,"
United States
Cloey
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a mirrored wall.

11. The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
3.5 star property
10.7 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,967 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location"
United States
Alexis
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and large windows offering views.

12. Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market

Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market
3.5 star property
11.5 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,309 reviews)
"Loved the continental breakfast and how close different bars and restaurants were at :)"
United States
Carole
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hyatt House Chicago/West Loop-Fulton Market
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
11.2 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,588 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful hotel!"
United States
Jodi
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
A cityscape at dusk with high-rise buildings, including a Hilton hotel.

14. Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 star property
10.7 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5,065 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Melissa
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
A modern restaurant interior with a green wall, hanging lights, and a long dining area.

15. Hotel 505 River North

Hotel 505 River North
4.5 star property
11.2 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,018 reviews)
"Great location, reasonably rates and a staff that made us feel like we were home from the minute we pulled up to the front of the hotel."
United States
Melvin
The price is £134
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel 505 River North
A restaurant interior with round tables and chairs, a bamboo-themed wall mural, and wall-mounted lighting fixtures.

16. Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Best Western Grant Park Hotel
2.5 star property
12.7 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,748 reviews)
"Room was dated but clean, staff was friendly, location was perfect for my needs"
United States
Michelle
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a wooden table.

17. Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile

Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile
4.0 star property
11.1 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,412 reviews)
"I really liked the hotel and location"
United States
Eric
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Saint Clair- Magnificent Mile
A historic building with a prominent entrance, multiple flags, and a classic architectural style.

18. Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Warwick Allerton - Chicago
4.0 star property
11 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,923 reviews)
"Nice place. Good location."
Norway
Lars Deighton Mc Gregor
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Warwick Allerton - Chicago
A grand lobby with a marble staircase, plush seating, and a large painting on the wall.

19. River Hotel

River Hotel
4.0 star property
11.5 mi from Downtown Evanston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5,607 reviews)
"Great location and lovely staff"
United States
Jillian
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
River Hotel
A dining table set for six with a cityscape view through large windows.

20. Swissotel - Chicago

Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 star property
11.6 mi from Downtown Evanston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,584 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Daniel Michael
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Swissotel - Chicago
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Evanston

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a large stained glass window.
The Gem Museum Suites
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
308 reviews
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A grand lobby with a chandelier, a check-in counter, a sofa, and a coffee table.
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A modern lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering views of the street.
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large potted plants and a series of unique, white pendant lights.
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A hallway with large, illuminated wall panels and a tiled floor.
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
2,172 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Evanston

Find the best Downtown Evanston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Photo by © City of Chicago
Open Photo by © City of Chicago

Magnificent Mile

Shopaholics need look no further this glittering street packed with boutique and luxury shops, famous department stores and cafes.

A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

River North

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

Lincoln Park

Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

Top Downtown Evanston Hotel Reviews

A hotel entrance with a marquee sign, a blue carpet, and a flag.
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago
Downtown Chicago

10/10 Excellent

Great location from both airports. Lovely hotel clean and convenient
United Kingdom
Kanokkan
Reviewed October 31, 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Hotel Blake Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Downtown Evanston?

Travellers to Evanston's Downtown Evanston neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Halim Time & Glass Museum and Prairie Moon as part of your Downtown Evanston travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel 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 favourite options in the area include Graduate by Hilton Evanston and Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Evanston area?

With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Evanston.

What is there to do around this Evanston neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Evanston are Halim Time & Glass Museum and Prairie Moon. While you're out sightseeing in Evanston, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cahn Auditorium or Clark Street 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.