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Our top choices for Evanston hostels

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1. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Shelly
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wrigley Hostel
A colorful storefront with a sign for 'Studio 124' and 'Photo Studio'.

2. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (280 reviews)
"I will recommend this place to any traveler that doesn’t wanna pay an arm and a leg this place is clean. Staff is quick to answer. Five out of five stars in my book."
United States
Rafael
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
STAY
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall with artwork.

3. Grand House

Grand House
2.0 star property
West Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Overall great location. However, the price was high compared to the service and amenities."
United States
Sharif
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Grand House
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

4. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,458 reviews)
"Clean and fun hostel!"
United States
Nabil
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
HI Chicago Hostel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

5. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (561 reviews)
"Nice place, recommended."
United States
Krasimir
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
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Top Evanston Hotel Reviews

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Very nice hotel."
Dean 3-night trip
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The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

Find out more about Evanston

Evanston Hostels information

Number of reviews
84
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
€75
Highest Price
€104

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Evanston?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable room rates: River Hotel - 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from the heart of Evanston. Located within a 5-minute walk of Michigan Avenue. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Congress Plaza Hotel - 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from the heart of Evanston. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Evanston?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. Average annual precipitation for Evanston is 1244 mm.
What is there to see and do in Evanston?
Generally, Evanston is known for its university setting, live music and restaurants. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Navy Pier and Soldier Field. Get out into nature with places such as Dawes Park, Clark Street Beach and Dog Beach. Cultural attractions include Halim Time & Glass Museum, Evanston History Center and Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art.
What's the best way to get to and around Evanston while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Evanston on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Take advantage of metro transport at Davis Metro Station, Dempster Station and Foster Station. To see more of the area, catch a train at Evanston Davis Street Station, Evanston Main Street Station or Evanston Central Street Station.

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