Holiday Inn CHICAGO NORTH-EVANSTON by IHG

This hotel is located on a bustling street in Evanston, right next to downtown, making shopping and dining incredibly convenient. It's also very close to the subway station. The price is the cheapest in the area, though the facilities are a bit old. The water pressure in the bathroom is quite low, and the air conditioner can be a bit noisy. Overall, the room was clean, tidy, and comfortable. The breakfast selection was limited, but enough to fill you up, and the oranges and apples tasted good. My only regret is that they gave us an accessible room without prior notice that the bathroom lacked a splash guard. The floor would get wet when showering, and since the hotel was full, we couldn't change rooms. I hope they can improve by informing guests in advance about accessible room features.

This hotel is just a few minutes' walk from Lake Michigan, with convenient shopping and dining options nearby, and a great environment. The interior facilities are a bit dated but have everything you need, giving it a classic, traditional feel. The gym is quite small. For some reason, my room was never cleaned, and the tips I left were untouched. The hotel parking costs $18 a day with unlimited in-and-out privileges.

This hotel is within walking distance to Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. The service and surrounding environment are both great. There are good Chinese restaurants near the hotel.