Hotel Orrington
The Hotel Orrington is a AAA four-diamond luxury property with 269 rooms and suites. Located in the heart of downtown Evanston, the Hotel Orrington is across the street from the main branch of Evanston library, steps away from shopping and an easy walk to Lake Michigan. Recently remodeled, the Hotel Orrington features full conference facilities, complimentary high speed wireless Internet in all common areas, restaurants to suit every palate, and a full complement of amenities, including a work desk with leather ergonomic chair, 24-hour complimentary fitness room and concierge services.
Hotel Orrington
1710 Orrington Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 866-8700
Hilton Garden Inn
The Hilton Garden Inn is located near downtown Evanston and has 178 rooms. It is a AAA three- diamond property and features complimentary full-service, 24-hour business center, a complimentary fitness center, indoor swimming pool, coin laundry and a gift shop. Room amenities include room service, a work desk with ergonomic chair, two phone lines with voice mail and data ports and complimentary high speed wireless Internet, which is also available in all common areas.
Hilton Garden Inn
1818 Maple Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 475-6400
Best Western University Plaza
The Best Western University Plaza is located just south of downtown Evanston, within walking distance of Lake Michigan. It has 159 rooms and underwent an extensive renovation in 2008. Each room features free high speed wireless Internet, curved shower rods, Nintendo games and comfort top mattresses. The hotel features valet laundry and dry cleaning services, coin laundry, complimentary business center, fitness and conference facilities and concierge kiosk where guests can print boarding passes and find driving directions for nearby attractions.
Best Western University Plaza
1501 Sherman Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
(800) 381-2830
The Margarita Inn
The Margarita Inn is a 42-room property located in a residential neighborhood near downtown Evanston. It is a European-style bed and breakfast with a variety of room styles: suites, private rooms and rooms with shared baths. The hotel features unique decor in each room, a conference room, roof deck and complimentary continental breakfast for its guests. High speed wireless Internet service is available in common areas of the hotel. Va Pensiero restaurant is located on-site, and provides fine dining with Italian influenced cuisine.
The Margarita Inn
1566 Oak Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 869-2273
The Homestead Hotel
The Homestead Hotel is located near Northwestern University and Lake Michigan, and has been under family ownership and management for 75 years. The 90-room property has regular hotel rooms as well as studio and one-bedroom fully furnished apartments, which are available for long-term stays. The hotel makes its library available for special events and provides its guests with special rates for nearby health clubs. Each room features cable television and direct dial telephones. Apartment units feature fully stocked kitchens. Quince Restaurant is located in the hotel and offers American cuisine.
The Homestead Hotel
1625 Hinman Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 475-3300
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