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Hilton Orrington/Evanston

2.9 (218 reviews)
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What a "View". Hilton Gold is worthless
Rafael S.

Hilton Gold Honors. Assigned to what's more like the mechanical room. See photo of my window view.

Nicole E.

Unfortunately I was in town for a funeral for a great aunt, a very close and favorite aunt. It was central between all of my aunts and uncles and cousins. It was close to where my aunt had spent 30+ years of her life too. My aunts, mother and uncle chose this place. It used to just be called the Hotel Orrington before Hilton bought them out. We had a nice memorial reception for the whole family here, it was a buffet style in one of the halls. Service was good and food was decent. It was a good venue and i am certain my aunt would have liked it here.

Kevalyn C.

We enjoyed our stay at The Hilton Orrington. The staff were really nice and accomodating. The front lobby was very clean and organized. The hotel is across from the Library and within walking distance of lots of activities. The only issue I had was with the smell of the hallway carpet. Even though it was vacuumed, it has a very over powering musty odor. Most hotels have this issue, and its probably due to the high amount of foot traffic.

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Review Highlights - Hilton Orrington/Evanston

“2 of my kids have gone to Northwestern University, and the Hotel Orrington is always our favorite place to stay.”

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Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

(52 reviews)

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I have been living in Evanston for around 20 years and I never thought I will live in a hotel but I…read morestayed at the the Hyatt house for over 100 days. It was the best days ever from the minute I walked in. Arturo, a front desk worker, welcomed me warmly which was when I knew that it was gonna be very comfortable stay for me and my family. He's is the best. Everyone in the hotel were super nice and the manager (Michelle) was always smiling and checked in on us a lot to see if we were comfortable there. Then I met Summer. She was really super super nice like Arturo. Everyone at the reception was really super nice and even for the house keeper are really nice. Selvia and Claudia was really nice. Even if I didn't need cleaning they always just checked in on us. Victor and his coworkers who did maintained for the room were very kind and checked in a lot. I really felt sad to leave the hotel. I felt like I was in my house because of everyone's kindness. I just wanna say thank you to the company for having great staff in Evanston location they are the best. No one would regret staying at The Hyatt house. Best of luck and wishes for everyone who work at the Hyatt house. Thank you Ashjan,

We made a last minute reservation here after losing power for a few days. Staff were all great and…read moresuper friendly. The rooms were spotless and beds were comfortable. Free breakfast was also a plus, especially the omelettes. Do wish they had waffles though. Also, free parking was super convenient. Definitely the best I've stayed at in Evanston and miles better than the Hilton.

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston - Guest room

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore/Evanston

(91 reviews)

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The start of our stay was perhaps a bit bumpy but things got better quickly. We came over from the…read moreairport on Uber and arrived two hours before check in time. The lobby and adjacent areas were a bit busy with people waiting for rooms. And it was obvious the reception staff was under stress. Not even a "Good afternoon" put any type of civility expected from a Hilton brand. The receptionist just yelled to the crowd "No rooms until 4!!" Seemed to me that taking the frustration on the guests was probably not the best way to start the day.... We did get our rooms eventually. But that first impression lasted for our stay. We got to our rooms and they were modern, clean, and well appointed. Quite comfortable indeed. The dining facilities were excellent. Breakfasts were superb, with a great buffet and table service. The location of the hotel is superb, with convenient access to the University, mass transit, the restaurant corridor a block away, and parks and recreation. Other than a below par reception, which I can understand, it was a great and pleasant stay.

THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING WHAT HAPPENS BEHIND THE SCENES…read more If you're considering staying at this Hilton Garden Inn, do your research first. I've worked here for years and at multiple hotels, and this has been the worst housekeeping experience I've had. I'm preparing to leave, and what I've seen behind the scenes has made me question how consistently this hotel can maintain its standards. THE HOUSEKEEPING SITUATION IS CONCERNING. The hotel has roughly 600 rooms, yet housekeeping can have around eight housekeepers expected to clean 15-20 rooms each per day and finish by 4:30 p.m. Towels, sheets, and basic supplies regularly run short, leaving employees scrambling to find what they need. Some sheets are stained, and management has been reluctant to throw them away. With only one laundry person expected to handle the workload, it's fair to question how well the hotel keeps up with its linens. I've personally encountered situations where guests requested full service, yet their sheets weren't changed. I also heard a longtime employee say sheets don't need changing if there's no visible stain. Think about that the next time you climb into a hotel bed expecting fresh, clean bedding. I can't speak for every room, but chronic understaffing, supply shortages, and pressure to rush through rooms do not inspire confidence in housekeeping consistency. These staffing issues also cause room delays, leaving guests waiting while employees burn out. New hires often don't stay long, and turnover is high. When a hotel struggles to retain staff, guests should reasonably wonder how consistently its standards are being maintained. MANAGEMENT IS A MAJOR PART OF THE PROBLEM. Employee requests and pay concerns often seem to go nowhere, and supervisors' feedback appears to be ignored, too. General Manager John comes across as cold and uncaring, while some younger supervisors have been rude and condescending. At times, housepersons seem more knowledgeable about daily hotel operations than some supervisors. I've heard complaints about workplace conditions from people in management positions. I also heard that a front desk manager quit after becoming fed up with a situation involving John and workplace drama. I can't independently verify every detail, but these reports add to my concerns. Employees make around $16 an hour, and taking on extra responsibilities, including "punching out a room," doesn't necessarily mean getting a raise. Advancement opportunities feel limited even after years of work. Former perks like free lunch and gift cards for good work disappeared under new management, and breakfast isn't free. PTO and sick time are limited. I remember hearing about an incident in which a higher-level manager allegedly told an employee not to come back after she used all her vacation hours at once. I've also heard about employees being fired for smoking on the job; these are reports I've heard, not incidents I'm claiming to have personally witnessed. Since the management change, the workplace has felt increasingly disorganized and poorly run. I was hired on the spot by Rose, which I now look back on as a red flag. After working at multiple hotels, I wouldn't recommend this workplace based on my experience. TO FUTURE GUESTS: PLEASE PAY ATTENTION. Don't assume a familiar hotel brand guarantees the same standards at every property. Read recent reviews, inspect your bedding and room when you arrive, and report anything that seems wrong. Ask questions if your room isn't ready or housekeeping hasn't completed the service you requested. A hotel room should be somewhere you can relax without questioning whether the basics have been taken care of. Guests deserve clean bedding, properly serviced rooms, and management that takes concerns seriously. Based on my experience behind the scenes, I'd think twice before booking here without doing some research first.

The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites

(8 reviews)

The GEM Museum Suites exceptional boutique hotel experience far exceeded my expectations. The…read moreminute you walk into their palatial lobby, the staff immediately greeted me and offered to help me to my room. The level of customer service is exceptional in every way. Grace in Management deserves kudos for training staff equally across the board for their consistency in customer service and their kindness to all residents. The rooms are well appointed, very comfortable and offers everything available to meet your needs from quality bedding, mattress, full kitchenette, and great cleaning services. Maria, cleaned my room perfectly, on a regular basis, and she made sure i had all that I needed throughout my stay. The complementary breakfast is so delicious. Chef Pete prepares each meal with care and perfection. The Greek yogurt, topped with fresh fruit, granola and high-quality honey is so delicious. Chef Pete's homemade spinach pie is definitely worth eating, too. All the servers greeted me like a bowl of sunshine. Many thanks to Carmen, Sarah, Carlos, and Lulu who were quite attentive to ensuring I had a pleasant experience. Many thanks to the hotel management, Grace, and all the staff especially Aaron, Ezgi and Sophia. Everyone made my stay at The GEM so very pleasant over the last two months. I highly recommend staying at the GEM. everything is within walking distance, including restaurants, clubs, SPACE music venue and shopping. Best of all, Lake, Michigan is close by for walks on the lake and playing in the sand. The neighborhood is safe and quite beautiful with many tree, line streets, and an active community. Fran Hammon Winnetka, IL

My husband and I got married at Halim Time and Glass Museum across the street. It seemed like a…read moreno-brainer to use this hotel for our wedding block ... I really wish there were other options, but it was Homecoming and marathon weekend and it just made so much sense. Starting with booking the block, it took actual months to get a proper response out of Grace who was in charge of it. We had to contact our support at Halim to get them to start moving. It still took weeks of poor communication and many "missed emails" to get a solid response to anything. For having a wedding venue across the street they seemed like they had never done this before? Maybe there is high staff turnover? Truly they were the worst "vendor" communication we had. When we asked about breakfast we were told by Ted that he could not accomodate gluten free guest. After I pressed more on that he finally agreed after again many frustrating calls and emails from him. On the morning of he "forgot" about the gluten free items, they were not even ordered, and that guest could not eat. The parking is minimal, which I understand due to the location, so be aware if you have a large guest count. This was a major stressor for us being concerned about our guest experience. Their response was not helpful to say the least. We were charged $700 to rent the "Conference room" for the morning of so myself and bridesmaids could get ready with our beauty team. The morning of the staff member at the front desk didn't have the key to unlock the door and it took a while for her to figure it out... wasted a lot of time. We had notified them that we would be bringing gift bags to be passed out to guests in our block, they acted surprised when we showed up with them and failed to pass them out to some guests. For a wedding block, this was truly a very frustrating experience and I wish I could say otherwise... If I were to stay here as a hotel guest for any other expereience it was fine.

Margarita European Inn, Rooming House - Margarita European Inn

Margarita European Inn, Rooming House

(48 reviews)

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This is a 1927 building very vintage and it is located near the campus of Northwestern and near…read more much shopping and restaurants. It's very old-school including the elevator. But it has a lot of modern technology it is up-to-date with the heater, the bathroom, a very comfortable bed etc. I saw complaints that there wasn't enough fruit of the buffet. Come on people get real. I saw complaints on hear about people and their water problems. I did not have any issues with the hot water whatsoever. I did not have problems hearing through the walls because I didn't hear anybody. It is a very nice place that I highly recommend and the staff are very friendly. It is pet friendly, $25 a night and there is a parking place behind there, a private lot for $10 a night which is very fair. I like all the all natural body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and soaps they provide there.

We just spent our "mini-honeymoon" here over the weekend. Hubby and I absolutely love this vintage…read moreeuropean style inn nestled in Evanston, IL. We stayed in room 503 (Penthouse suite). This suite has a large king sized bed and oversized 2 person shower with his/hers sinks. There is a controlled temperature remote which i thought was nice and the VINTAGE ELEVATOR! OMG! It was sooo cool to find an old school Otis elevator with swing gate. This hotel has gone through significant upgrades with modern amenities and has a new outdoor terrace on the 6th floor. Check out their collection of Ugly Mugs in their Tea Room where they offer complementary breakfasts. We happily munched on ham and cheese crossant sandwiches, eggs, oatmeal and fresh sweet pastries. Absolutely loved this place and look forward to spending future anniversaries here.

The Greenleaf House

The Greenleaf House

(6 reviews)

Rogers Park

great little B and B tucked away in a quiet residential area in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood…read more all the comforts of home! Highly recommended!

I wouldn't even give this place 1 star... complete rip off scam and they lie - owner is impossible…read moreto get ahold of... When I booked the room it said that it included free private parking at the location... less then 24hrs hours before check in I get an email stating ( there are 3 parking spots that's first come first serve and parking on road in front of house) ok well that should be put on the description before u book the hotel cause I would've never booked with them if I'd known u had to park over 2 miles from the hotel... We got their at 3:11pm check in was 3pm - we got there and no parking for over 2 miles away from house on the side of a road in a sketchy area... We had no way of knowing about this until we arrived because their description was a lie and not detailed enough... They didn't say they had 6 rooms but only 3 parking spaces... We had 2 large suitcases, a large duffel bag. And a large cooler that they expected us to walk over 2 miles with to the house to check in... We never made it in the building - after about a half hour of calling and messaging with no response from owners we left to book another hotel over 20 minutes further and at another 200.00 in costs... we had no way to cancel the room backseat we couldn't get ahold of anyone so they said because we didn't cancel they are kept 80.00 of the 94.05 we paid to book the room stating well we said parking was first come first serve.... YEAH LESS THEN 24HRS BEFORE OUR RESERVATION WHEN IT WAS ALREADY TO LATE TO CANCEL THE ROOM.... SCAM SCAM SCAM WITH NO RESPONSE OWNERS STAY AWAY FROM THIS HOUSE - It completely ruined me from ever staying at a bed and breakfast and definitely check out all their other bad reviews...

Hilton Orrington/Evanston - hotels - Updated October 2026

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