Experience the charm of Graduate by Hilton Evanston, a short walk from Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. Unwind in the 24-hour gym or enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant. With free WiFi, multilingual staff, and helpful front-desk services available around-the-clock.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Pet friendly
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Communal living room
Front-desk safe
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Bathtub or shower
The current price is $145
$145
includes taxes & fees
$127 per night
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite (Home Alone Suite)
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 Double Bed
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 43 min drive
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 49 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 67 min drive
Evanston Central Street Station - 4 min drive
Evanston Davis Street Station - 10 min walk
Evanston Main Street Station - 22 min walk
Davis Metro Station - 9 min walk
Dempster Station - 11 min walk
Foster Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
Elephant + Vine - 7 min walk
Potbelly Sandwich Shop - 8 min walk
Colectivo Coffee - 6 min walk
Todoroki - 5 min walk
About this property
Graduate by Hilton Evanston
Graduate by Hilton Evanston puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Northwestern University. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Graduate Homestead Room, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, Wrigley Field and Loyola University Chicago are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Davis Metro Station is 9 minutes and Dempster Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
119 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving after regular check-in hours are asked to use the courtesy phone inside and follow the posted instructions for late check-in assistance.
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 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
24-hour offsite parking within 300 ft (USD 20.00 per night)
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Graduate Homestead Room - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 10 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20.00 per night (300 ft away; open 24 hours)
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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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
Evanston Homestead
Homestead Evanston
Homestead Hotel Evanston
Homestead Evanston Hotel
Graduate Evanston
The Homestead Evanston
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Evanston
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Hotel Evanston
Frequently asked questions
Does Graduate by Hilton Evanston offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Graduate by Hilton Evanston 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.
Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Bally's Casino Chicago (20-min drive) and Rivers Casino (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Graduate by Hilton Evanston and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Graduate by Hilton Evanston also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Graduate by Hilton Evanston?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Graduate Homestead Room.
What's the area around Graduate by Hilton Evanston like?
Graduate by Hilton Evanston is in the heart of Evanston, a short 9-minute walk from Davis Metro Station and 7 minutes' walk from Lake Michigan. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
It was pleasant stay
Shekhar
Shekhar, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 4, 2025
Coffee
We had a great experience. The only thing that was disappointing was that coffee was not available in a simple way. We had to wait in line for at least 20 minutes to get 2 cups of coffee to go. We have been staying at The Homestead for years and coffee has always been complimentary and readily available. Not sure why this change was made but we hope this returns to complimentary coffee again. We don’t mind paying for it but it definitely needs to be more convenient.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
John
John, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
Excellent Evanston Hotel
Superb hotel. Great room and wonderful service. Perfect location for exploring Evanston and the north side of Chicago.
The only downside was bathroom door in our room got stuck and was difficult to open. Resolved the problem ourselves and didn't discuss with the hotel staff.
Henry
Henry, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Great place and very close to restaurants and the lake
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2025
So close
Fabulous location, staff was very hit or miss on friendliness. Has a great bar, but the bartender could have been nicer. Needs a few bits of extras being that the rooms are very minimalist…hooks for coats, an extra chair, a place for cosmetics in the bathroom due to the pedestal sink
Be
Be, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
So cute for the holidays ♥️
Selma
Selma, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 25, 2024
Comfy visit
Remote worked inconsistently, probably needed a battery change. Otherwise room was nice and comfy. Homestead restaurant had a yummy breakfast.
SueAnn
SueAnn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
Paige
Paige, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Great location and beautiful hote.
The room was amazing. Lake view with a fireplace (non functional). Great service and location for my wife's graduation ceremony from Northwestern. Our 2nd stay there and we love it.
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Ruthie
Ruthie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 9, 2024
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
A good option for a weekend when visiting your kid in college!
Rosalie
Rosalie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Rosalie
Rosalie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Rosalie
Rosalie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
I have stayed here on several occasions and always enjoy my stay. This stay was the best because we got free upgrades and although we came in late at night the staff was friendly like it was a bright afternoon.
I look forward to staying here again soon.
gwendolyn
gwendolyn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Ellen
Ellen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
Great stay.
Todd
Todd, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 4, 2024
LuzElena Ellitt
LuzElena Ellitt, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
I was pleasantly by the condition of the Hotel. An amazing hotel for the price, obviously make sure to book well in advance if your stay coincides with NW University events. The rooms are quaint with high quality furnishings. The hotel is also located walking distance from anything you might want to do during your stay!
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 17, 2024
Cozy, convenient hotel.
Nice, cozy hotel. Website said restaurant was open all day, but in fact it was closed from 10 am - 5 pm and only had limited breakfast options. Staff was nice, and responsive to our requests.