I don't understand the negative reviews. We had a very enjoyable stay at the Orrington. Sure the room was a little small and the wedding guests made some noise in the hall. Turn on the fan to create some white noise before hitting the pillow. Our room was clean and well appointed. The location near Northwestern U, shopping, movies and... more

Pleasant hotel and the help is very accommodating and friendly however, the bathroom is beyond inadequate. The sink is so small you splash yourself if you wash yourself. I'll try the Hilton Garden Inn next time. more

We were with a wedding party and had requested numerous times in advance to be put next to our family. After calling and being told we could, and then later that we couldn't because of the room type we picked, when we got there, we were put away from the family AND also in a smaller room than we had... more

We chose the Hotel Orrington due to its downtown location in Evanston. We reserved and stayed in the executive suite because we have small children and wanted a separate room for the children - we have a pack and play and a blow up toddler bed. There were stains throughout the carpet and on the couch. But the kicker -... more

The Hotel Orrington is conveniently located close to Northwestern University, shops, and restaurants. The beds, pillows, and covers were exceptionally comfortable. The only drawback was the noise. I could hear my neighbors, as well noise from the street. (I stayed on the seventh floor facing Orrington Avenue.) Earplugs blocked the sound, though. Because it is so conveniently located, I would... more

The hotel is in a great location and the service, as others have noted, is excellent. They have fast internet connection, which was (surprise!) free. My issue was with the small room size. Everything seemed cramped to the point of discomfort. more

This was a nice change of pace from staying at a series of chain hotels. I stayed here over the course of three separate weeks in November - December 2008, so I was able to observe a couple of things. First thing is that the room size does not dictate the bathroom size. I stayed in a large room with... more

I read all the reviews on this site and booked a week at the Orrington. Everything and everyone was nice EXCEPT the noisy room I got. I can't believe no one has mentioned noise at this hotel. I had asked for a quiet, high floor, nonsmoking room. I got an even numbered room facing the back of the hotel. Throughout... more

Stayed here while on business. It's a nice, clean, trendy hotel. The rooms were spacious & the bathroom was cutely accessed through 2 small double doors. The heater was really working well in the 1 degree weather. Staff were very friendly & helpful. I would stay here again. more