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Graduate by Hilton Evanston

4.0 star property
Warm hospitality flows from morning coffee to evening cocktails at this welcoming hotel near Lake Michigan's scenic shoreline

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is RM515
RM590 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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 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
(2 reviews)

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 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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

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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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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Home Alone Room)

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
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

Home Alone Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Located in Downtown Evanston, a neighbourhood in Evanston, Graduate by Hilton Evanston is in a shopping district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Millennium Park, while Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center. Kayaking, waterskiing and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Evanston travel guide
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1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

What's nearby

  • This beach is in Centennial Park in Evanston, IL This picture was taken at sunset which was happening on the opposite side but I'm facing east here and you can see the sunset reflection on the horizon. It was perfect timing because water was very calm and it was hard to tell were skies connect with water on the horizon.
    Clark Street Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Northwestern University which includes modern architecture
    Northwestern University
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dawes Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dog Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Colectivo Coffee Evanston
    7 min walk
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop
    8 min walk
  • Elephant + Vine
    6 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    6 min walk
  • Peet's Coffee
    5 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 luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a lift and wedding services
  • 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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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

  • SoCo Bar & Bites

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Evanston on 15 Mar 2026 start from RM515, 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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. 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

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 675 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kalani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely lovely, and the check-in and check-out process was smooth and effortless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Restaurant at the hotel was excellent. No choice but to valet park otherwise would give it 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect. Staff was professional and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was welcoming. The atmosphere was lively. The room was clean and comforting. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location ,charming cozy Ralph Lauren- esque vibes . Sweet front desk managers . I’ve stayed here multiple times on Chicago trips .A+
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room lovely. I missed the tea bags.... Nice shower The door was hard to open, but staff helped me.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very attentive, helpful, and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful rooms that are close to the lake and about 15 minutes from the train (CTA Purple line). It's a nice quiet escape north of Chicago.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe of this historic property. It’s a really wonderful, old property and the staff is lovely. My one complaint is that the bar gouges you. Otherwise I’d give this place five stars. It’s lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Helpful staff. Only issue was the restaurant is not open for lunch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Great vibe. Rooms are small. Elevator is small. Great location to campus, downtown Evanston, the lake and the El.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

8/10 Good

Cynthia

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

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

Spencer

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Old School Vibe

A bit dated but charming. Great location. Walkable to campus and the Lake
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay!

What a fun place to stay! Room was spacious, service was excellent, and we loved the front porch! Just a few suggestions.....better coffee in the rooms The instant coffee didn't work for us. And pillows were too stiff, but other than that...so much to like! Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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