Hilton Orrington/Evanston

The Hilton Orrington/Evanston, established in 1923, is a historic hotel located in Evanston, Illinois, recognized as part of the Historic Hotels of America. Named after Orrington Lunt, a co-founder of Northwestern University, the hotel has a rich history. However, it faced significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, serving as temporary housing for students and the local homeless population. The hotel has been closed since Thanksgiving 2020 and is currently involved in a foreclosure lawsuit.