About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The GEM Museum Suites in Evanston offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a fitness center, garden, terrace, and lounge. Additional facilities include a minimarket, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American, buffet, and à la carte. Fresh pastries, pancakes, fruits, warm dishes, and juice cater to diverse preferences. Prime Location: Located 14 mi from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the hotel is a 17-minute walk from Clark Street Beach. Nearby attractions include Loyola University Chicago (4.3 mi) and Wrigley Field (7.5 mi). An ice-skating rink is also in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Breakfast Info

    • American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 full beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 full beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kevin
    United States United States
    Great location from which to access downtown Evanston. Easy and free onsite parking. Good value for a suite. It's an odd building, was originally an elder care facility that closed during Covid, and was reengineered to become a hotel. ...
  • Aifan
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Convenient location, beautiful garden, spacious room and well/equipped kitchen
  • Schwartz
    United States United States
    The hotel was beaufitul and had a character charm to it. The room we stayed in was gorgeous and more than we expected! We highly enjoyed the light on the bathroom mirror!
  • Hector
    United States United States
    Breakfast was good. Loved the fresh fruit and yogurt. Close walk to the lake. Great location for college graduation. Only suggestion is to have an extra blanket on the beds
  • Bugajski
    United States United States
    Very nice accommodations for a weekend wedding in town. We loved the courtyard. What a gem!
  • Shari
    Canada Canada
    Clean, comfortable bed, beautiful lobby… Staff friendly…
  • June
    United States United States
    This hotel is a gem that many in the area did not know about. The lobby is lovely, with beautiful clocks and chandeliers from the museum. The rooms are clean and well appointed with everything one needs in the kitchenettes. The bed and pillows...
  • Christie
    United States United States
    Having a little mini apartment was great. It had everything we needed and then some.
  • Richard
    United States United States
    Exceptional breakfast included. Quiet street just west of downtown. Great Mexican restaurant around the corner Taco Diablo.
  • Konstantin
    United States United States
    I was one of the first guests when they opened. Awesome place to stay, great value for your money. Spacious, clean units with a washing machine. The included breakfast across the street was very good. The manager was very nice and tried to make my...

Hotel area info

Amenities of The GEM Museum Suites

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access

General

  • Convenience store on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Hearing accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Spa

  • Fitness
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules

The GEM Museum Suites takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $75 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

An authorization hold may also be placed on your card, which will be released after check-out, provided there are no damages or additional charges.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of $75 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The GEM Museum Suites