The GEM Museum Suites

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.0

Property highlights

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 centre, 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 23 km from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the hotel is a 17-minute walk from Clark Street Beach. Nearby attractions include Loyola University Chicago (7 km) and Wrigley Field (12 km). An ice-skating rink is also in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

American, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
2 double beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 double beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Gregory
United States United States
“Clean, comfortable, and quiet. Modern interior and rooms. Staff was helpful, and the breakfast was made to order!”
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.”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

The GEM Museum Suites takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Need-to-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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.