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The Gem Museum Suites

Aparthotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is CA $233
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12

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1555 Oak Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • Northwestern University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Loyola University Chicago
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Two Beds, Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Penthouse, Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Two Beds, Washer/Dryer)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen (Three Beds, Washer/Dryer)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Suite, Mobility Accessible, Kitchen (Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, City View (Washer, Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden View (Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Two Bed XL, Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Kitchen (Washer/Dryer)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Evanston

Located in Evanston, The Gem Museum Suites is in the city centre. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center.

What's nearby

  • Northwestern University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grosse Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Loyola University Chicago - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Wrigley Field - 14 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Evanston Davis Street Station - 6 min walk
  • Davis Metro Station - 7 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bennison's Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Diablo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Noodles & Company - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Gem Museum Suites

Aparthotel with free breakfast, near Lake Michigan
A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. For a bit of entertainment, an LED TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as an all-in-one washing machine and dryer and a coffee/tea maker.
The Gem Museum Suites offers 71 air-conditioned accommodations with all-in-one washer/dryers and coffee/tea makers. 45-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.

Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gem Museum Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Gem Museum Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gem Museum Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Gem Museum Suites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gem Museum Suites located?

Located in the heart of Evanston, this aparthotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Northwestern University. Baha'i House of Worship is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away. Davis Metro Station is 7 minutes by foot and Dempster Station is 10 minutes.

The Gem Museum Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Real homemade breakfast- parking - friendly staff- close to downtown evanston
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here & hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

German

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
VERY GOOD
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay. The hotel is very clean and we loved the sitdown breakfast that was included. It was nice having a bedroom with a door to keep things quiet. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikyung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and Fancy!

Very good hotel to stay with family, because there are kitchenetts and the inroom washer&dryer. The neighborhood is very quiet, and there are lots of places to dine in or shopping flashly. The most favorable was the free breakfast in the Gem museum right across the building!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Useful Evanston Business Hotel

Great hotel for business travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and new hotel. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot

This is a lovely spot. It was quiet, basically a studio apartment with a washing machine. And an easy walk to a coffee shop, bakery, 7-11. The signs inside said they will soon have a Mediterranean restaurant as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAULA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOVED THIS HOTEL IN EVERY WAY!

This hotel FAR EXCEEDED my expectations. I selected this hotel for a girls shopping weekend and everyone was absolutely amazed at what a wonderful selection I had made. It was sparkly clean, comfortable, beautiful windows and the included breakfast was the biggest treat. Just hit reserve and enjoy a fabulous urban environment getaway with easy parking and complete safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprise of this hotel in deep heart of Evanston. Quiet, convenient, near Evanston center and mostly warm and family hospitality. Great breakfast Unlike - We were missing one (only one) wardrobe to put our staff. But room was huge so at the end of the day this was absorb in the wonderful service, room and staff
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Evanston
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ceri

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suggestions

The place is comfortable although the rooms are small. Suggestions are: Open the restaurant at 7:30 am instead of 8:00 am. All the pillows were way too thick and they had no other pillows available. The blankets were too light and the gym didn't have enough equipment in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Walking distance to the lively strip!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Classy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full kitchen!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Almost Perfect

The GEM Museum Suites is perfectly located for our visit with our son. Though not in downtown shopping area of Evanston it is not far. Parking, on the side of building, was very convenient but comes with a cost of $20 p/d. The decor is very impressive and recently renovated. It is not a huge hotel, which makes it feel "homey." During our 6 days stay we met only one other group of 3 guest and they were checking out. (We were told the next week would be very busy.) The suite is equipped with all we needed: kitchenette, fridge, dishwasher, etc., all very condensed. The separate bedroom with two queen size beds is separate from the sitting area/kitchenette area, just down a short hall, just inside the entry door. The ONLY negatives are the new flooring is laminate "snaps, crackles and pops" in certain areas because of poor adhesion and the instructions for using the TV streaming (there are 2 TVs) in the suite and the coffee to water ratio for the Mr. Coffee maker are very lacking.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

We had an exceptional stay at GEM Museum Suites. It has a fantastic artsy niche style. Everything appears brand new & are stylish. The kitchen comes with pots pans, cups, coffee maker, dishwashing soap, washer/dryer combo, etc. I didn't see any laundry detergent in the room but I did see the hotel room cleaners had single packages on the cart, seems to be offered if needed. My mom who has very high standards raves about the hotel & room. I gave all 5 stars except the "comfort" category I reduced to 4 stars only because the bedspreads are waffled sheets. It looks like a comforter but it is not. So only 2 sheets are on the bed. For late October even with the heater on we were cold at night. They do have blankets and we got some once asked. For some reason they don't leave them in the room. All other hotels I stay in (which is often around the world) always have a blanket/comforter on the bed plus an extra blanket in the closet. Also the sofa bed sheets were not automatically in the room either. Luckily I checked before we went out and was able to request and make the bed before we had a late night. The staff is very professional friendly and accommodating. if you have a need they will make sure it gets taken care of. If GEM makes the beds with blankets and puts extras, as well as, sofa bed sheets in the closet it is a perfect stay! Their breakfast is outstanding too! The ambience is fantastic, the servers are kind & helpful. The breakfast menu has many options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024