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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Evanston

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Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1492)
"Great stay, great staff and walking distance to restaurants, shops and the EL"
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
Lobby

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"It was a very cute hotel and the neighborhood was very nice and relaxing "
The price is S$205
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
Terrace/patio

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Great location. "
The price is S$293
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great, friendly staff and very clean property "
The price is S$222
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
Terrace/patio

Hilton Orrington / Evanston

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Wonderful location and staff."
The price is S$223
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
The Gem Museum Suites
Private kitchen

The Gem Museum Suites

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Super nice hotel and staff "
The price is S$293
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Gem Museum Suites
River Hotel
Lobby

River Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4575)
"Great place to stay, staff was very friendly"
The price is S$199
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
River Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2014)
"Pool area and deck were great for the family, beds were comfortable, location is great."
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Reception

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3067)
"Great stay!"
The price is S$265
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio

Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2093)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is S$283
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3767)
"Great place to stay "
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Congress Plaza Hotel
Banquet hall

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (9023)
"Family had a great stay. "
The price is S$283
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Congress Plaza Hotel
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Terrace/patio

citizenM Chicago Downtown

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3648)
"Great place to stay "
The price is S$230
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Freehand Chicago
Cocktail bar

Freehand Chicago

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2241)
"Great stay "
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Freehand Chicago
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Meeting facility

Aloft Chicago Mag Mile

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2802)
"Clean, helpful staff and in walking distance to most places we visited."
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Hilton Chicago
Exterior

Hilton Chicago

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2113)
"Awesome hotel, highly recommended."
The price is S$249
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hilton Chicago
Best Western River North Hotel
Rooftop terrace

Best Western River North Hotel

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1037)
"Its a really nice place ,very pleased. "
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Best Western River North Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1016)
"Friendly staff and close to the places I wanted to go to "
The price is S$243
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
FOUND Hotel Chicago River North
Exterior

FOUND Hotel Chicago River North

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (209)
"Great place "
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
FOUND Hotel Chicago River North
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
American cuisine

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1418)
"Great place to stay. "
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Evanston

Find the best Downtown Evanston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Chicago which includes a city

Downtown Chicago

5 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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.

Chicago which includes a city and modern architecture

Lincoln Park

Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.

Top Downtown Evanston Hotel Reviews

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I really enjoyed my stay here . The hotel is very historical and is known for hosting beautiful weddings, it’s huge , restaurants on property, and is very close to everything there is to see in downtown Chicago . Very close to the river walk , millennium park, coffee shops/breakfast, the loop , Taco Bell , primark , aquarium etccc love it there and would definitely come back another time !!! The city is such a vibe and lots of people walking the street even at 10:00 at night a lot of people out and about and it made me feel safe and not alone ! "
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Congress Plaza Hotel

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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. Consider a visit to Halim Time & Glass Museum as part of your Downtown Evanston travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel 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 centre. Other favourite options in the area include Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston and Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Evanston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Evanston, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 21 Downtown Evanston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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?

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, make sure that you visit other sights such as 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.