Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago North Shore (Skokie) by IHG
5300 W Touhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60077, Chicago, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.6 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago North Shore (Skokie) by IHG is a modern, 4-star hotel in Skokie at 5300 W Touhy Ave, positioned as a practical base for both Chicago city sightseeing and North Shore visits. It’s about 10 miles from O’Hare International Airport and roughly 6 miles from Northwestern University’s campus.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are straightforward and set up for short or work-oriented stays, with desks, flat-screen TVs with premium cable, free WiFi, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Bathrooms include high-pressure showerheads. Suites add separate living space, a sofa bed, and a kitchen area.
Dining
The hotel has an on-site American restaurant and bar. A family-friendly policy is in place: kids 12 and under eat free at the restaurant.
Amenities & Services
On-site facilities include a heated indoor pool plus fitness and business centers. Parking is free, and the hotel’s policy notes that kids 19 and under stay free with an adult.
Nearby Highlights
The property is within reach of major Chicago attractions including Wrigley Field (about 11.2 km) and Lincoln Park Zoo (about 14.6 km). Downtown sights such as Millennium Park and Cloud Gate (~18.4 km), Navy Pier (~18.6 km), The Art Institute of Chicago (~18.7 km), Willis Tower/Skydeck (~18.1 km), and the Chicago Riverwalk (~17.9 km) are also accessible from this North Shore location.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to travelers who want a North Shore base with straightforward in-room conveniences (microwave, minifridge, desk) plus on-site dining, a heated indoor pool, and free parking. It can work well for visitors balancing Chicago sightseeing with trips to Northwestern University, given the approximate 6-mile distance to campus and reasonable access to downtown attractions.
Travel tips
Because many major attractions (Millennium Park, Navy Pier, The Art Institute of Chicago) are roughly 18–19 km away, plan extra time for getting into downtown Chicago, especially during peak traffic or event days. If you’re flying in, note the hotel is about 10 miles from O’Hare International Airport, which can be a logistical advantage for early flights. If traveling as a group, consider confirming room configuration needs (such as connecting rooms) well ahead of arrival.
What guests say
Guests often mention friendly or helpful front desk staff, and some appreciate practical perks such as free parking and a strong breakfast experience. However, recurring complaints in the excerpts focus on maintenance and room readiness issues, including air-conditioning problems, leaks, and missing or insufficient linens/towels. Cleanliness concerns are also raised in some reviews, along with frustrations about responsiveness and follow-through on requests. Overall impressions are mixed, which aligns with the property’s 3.6/5 public rating across a large review count.
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