Graduate by Hilton Evanston
1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, Chicago, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Graduate by Hilton Evanston is a 4-star hotel set on a tree-lined avenue in Evanston, at 1625 Hinman Ave. Public ratings average 4.2/5 from 564 reviews. The property is positioned for both university-focused trips and quick access to the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Location
The hotel is a roughly 6-minute walk to Northwestern University and also about a 6-minute walk to Clark Street Beach on Lake Michigan. It is about 5 miles from Interstate 94 for drivers. Many major Chicago attractions are reachable farther south, including Navy Pier (18.2 km), Millennium Park (18.8 km), Cloud Gate (18.8 km), and The Art Institute of Chicago (19.1 km).
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as charming with a vintage vibe, and include Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minifridges. Upgraded rooms add features such as sitting areas, fireplaces, and/or lake views. Suites provide separate living rooms, and one themed room recreates the master bedroom from the movie "Home Alone."
Dining & On-site services
On site, there is a warmly decorated bar/restaurant with a wood-paneled ceiling. Guests also mention a coffee offering and a modest wake-up food-and-coffee assortment. Valet parking is available.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to Northwestern University visitors (campus is about a 6-minute walk) and travelers who want to be close to the lakefront at Clark Street Beach. It’s also a fit for guests who value characterful, vintage-styled rooms and the option to upgrade to fireplaces or lake views, plus an on-site bar/restaurant and valet parking.
Travel tips
If you’re in Evanston for Northwestern, the walkable location can reduce the need for driving and parking. For day trips into central Chicago, plan for longer travel times—major sights like Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and The Art Institute of Chicago are roughly 18–19 km away. Drivers should note the hotel is about 5 miles from Interstate 94 and offers valet parking.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the convenient location, especially for Northwestern University, along with attractive, comfortable rooms and positive service interactions. Several reviews mention the comfort of the beds and appreciation for the coffee and light morning options. Staff service is repeatedly described as helpful and responsive, including proactive check-ins. A recurring concern raised in the excerpts is inconsistent housekeeping cleanliness, such as issues noticed with linens and towels.
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