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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
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Graduate by Hilton Evanston is a short walk from Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. Travelers enjoy the 24-hour gym, on-site restaurant, and free WiFi. Multilingual staff offer round-the-clock assistance at the front desk.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
The current price is RM537
RM615 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Home Alone Suite)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Wet Bar)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Home Alone Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Northwestern University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Loyola University Chicago - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wrigley Field - 14 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Davis Metro Station - 9 min walk
  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 10 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Prairie Moon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki Hibachi and Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Newport Coffee House - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Evanston

Upscale hotel near Lake Michigan
A short walk from Northwestern University, Graduate by Hilton Evanston provides a bar, a 24-hour gym and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a banquet hall and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 119 individually furnished rooms feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and baths or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 20 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Graduate Homestead Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1927
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 10 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 35.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20.00 per night(300 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

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)

Property is 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

Is Graduate by Hilton Evanston pet-friendly?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Evanston allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

As of 28 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Evanston on 5 Oct 2025 start from RM 537.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Valet parking is available for USD 35.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Graduate by Hilton Evanston?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Graduate by Hilton Evanston located?

Located in Downtown Evanston, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Northwestern University. Baha'i House of Worship is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away. Davis Metro Station is 9 minutes by foot and Dempster Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Evanston Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1020 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cozy hotel. Restaurant and bar in hotel. Very close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like this hotel. I’ve stayed here a few times. Its location near the lake is so beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very cute hotel and the neighborhood was very nice and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were spacious and clean. It is across the street from a cemetery which didn’t bother me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liana D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old school boutique hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this location it was
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic building, Sabrina at the front desk was A+, tiny elevator, nice room & bath, easy walk to restaurants and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

khalil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very chique, comfortable, and elegant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Rooms are funky and cute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice grounds. Centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it charm and character. Very nicely appointed.Wuiet and peaceful. It has a lovely porch sitting area with rocking chairs and tables. Great location. Easy walk to shops and restaurants Close to lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Li

Liked: Amenities
Very good location near Northwestern University campus and Evanston downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Acquaint vibe and comfortable room. Bathroom was renovated, and the decor is unique and vintage. It is very close to a beach, nice park, train lines, and restaurants. A great place to stay if you don’t want to be in the middle of the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really like it here - it's a bit quirky, but it's very comfortable and the staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice front porch to hangout.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing boutique hotel location in the middle of Evanston - easy walk to the Northwestern. Very helpful service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Friendly staff. Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff! Key is the best, super helpful and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely not your run of the mill Hilton property! Very much to the time period from checkin through the period elevator & furnishings!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caeli

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Charming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love visiting the Graduate in Evanston. It’s always a pleasure
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and very close to restaurants and the lake
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly enjoy staying at the Graduate Evanston. I stay there about twice a year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025