Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston

Nestled in Evanston and only a short 500-metre stroll from Northwestern University, Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston offers a sleek gym, a daily breakfast featuring a made-to-order omelet station, and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Each generously sized guest room comes with a 42-inch flat-screen TV, a comfortable sofa, and a dedicated workspace, plus handy tech touches like media-to-TV hookups.

There’s an outdoor patio with grills for those who enjoy cooking al fresco. The property also makes life easy with a round-the-clock front desk, a small on-site convenience shop, complimentary grocery runs, and a business corner equipped with printing facilities.

For drinks and bites, the on-site H Bar pours cocktails, craft beers, and wine, and serves up small plates and hearty comfort food—think gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches.

Getting around is a breeze: the CTA purple line train to downtown Chicago is just a 5-minute walk away, and the sandy shores of Lake Michigan are within 10 minutes on foot. O’Hare International Airport sits roughly 20 km from the hotel.

Couples are especially fond of the spot, giving its location a glowing 9.2 rating for two-person getaways.