About us
Welcome to Graduate Evanston — where your intellectual curiosity meets your favorite place to stay. Located on Hinman Avenue two blocks from The Arch and the shores of Lake Michigan, Graduate Evanston is the perfect location for your next event or business trip. The hotel offers 119 uniquely appointed guestrooms and 560 s.f. of private event space. Our historic hotel, formerly The Homestead, is nestled in the heart of downtown, just a short walk from many corporate offices as well as Northwestern University campus. The hotel’s design celebrates local history and Wildcat pride, creating a unique setting for your event. Come on in to our lobby, where modern accommodations meet the quaint feel of the original inn. We hope you will feel at home in our tribute to this cozy town and Northwestern University. So, whether you are dropping in for a game at Ryan Field, in town for a meeting, or just looking for a sweet escape out of the hustle and bustle of the city, we are here to make it memorable. Our rooms are ready for a night like you have never had before, where little moments of surprise and discovery will meet you down every corner. This is Graduate – get ready to be inspired!
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Amenities
- Calls (local)
- Internet access
- View (ocean or water)
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Health club
- Taxi
- Train
- Calls (local)
- Internet access
- View (ocean or water)
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Health club
- Taxi
- Train
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Seasonal Availability
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Meeting rooms

Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Max capacity | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Boardroom |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tea Room | 290 sq. ft. - | 12 ft. | 15 | 12 | 15 | 12 |
Private Dining Room | 270 sq. ft. - | 12 ft. | 20 | 18 | - | 16 |
Guest rooms
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Additional Information
Cancellation Policy
24 hour cancel
Graduate by Hilton Evanston Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Graduate by Hilton Evanston regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.
Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
sales@graduatehotels.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Upon request only for meetings and events and each property replaces as many plastic products as possible with more sustainable paper/single use items.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Equipment configuration and or limit guests
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Yes, Sanitizing stations are in place. Sanitizing wipes available. Increased intervals of deep cleaning all surface areas utilizing sanitizing solution approved to combat Covid 19
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Graduate Cares guidelines
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Yes, In accordance with local government mandates
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
NA
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
sales@graduatehotels.com
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