Top 10 Hotels Near University of Illinois Observatory in Urbana for 2026

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A Victorian-style house with a front porch, a covered walkway, and a sign reading "Champagne Garden Inn."

A spacious living room with wooden floors, a staircase, a chandelier, and a door leading to another room.

A lush garden with various plants and a brick pathway.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and potted plants.

1. Champaign Garden Inn

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Deborah

RM466

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a building through the window.

A banquet hall with chandeliers, long tables, and a brick fireplace.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent central building with a gabled roof and a smaller annex with a similar design.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Chen

RM395

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, brick walls, and a central chandelier.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone floor pattern, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in oven.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

3. Yugo Guest Suites

0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Bronz

RM347

RM392 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a small table, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a dark door, and a reception desk with a red light feature.

4. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Stephanie

RM408

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a brick wall with a 'Good Morning' sign.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A reception desk with a wooden panel displaying "American Inn" and "BY WYNDHAM" in the center.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Julian

RM316

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

The Holiday Inn entrance at night with illuminated signage, a glass facade, and a landscaped area with plants.

A hotel room with a red sofa, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a bed with a patterned rug.

A modern lobby with black cabinets, two grey armchairs, a small round table with vases, and a patterned carpet.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, shelves with bottles, and a television.

6. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Misti

RM413

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a fireplace, a television, a Pepsi sign, a couch, and a coffee table.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, coffee machine, and a kitchen area.

7. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sean

RM273

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A reception area with a desk, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern restaurant with a flat-screen TV, pendant lights, and a counter with a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a small refrigerator, a lamp, a heater, and a sofa.

8. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Wenkai

RM473

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A motel with a parking lot, a single-story building, and a large sign advertising the motel.

A motel with a signboard, a parked car, and a building with a brown roof.

A motel with a sign reading "COURTESY MOTEL WELCOME CABLE AND HBO".

A motel with a row of rooms, each with a door and window.

9. Courtesy Motel

1.7 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Tamika

RM364

RM411 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase to an upper level.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight machines.

10. Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

3.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Christina

RM394

RM454 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A compact living room with a sofa, a red chair, a TV, and a coffee station.

A living room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a sofa.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, booths, and a trash bin.

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

3.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Melissa

RM376

RM425 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small trash bin, and a mirror on the wall.

Two vending machines, one with a beverage selection and the other with snacks.

A modern, compact room with a built-in desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A reception desk with a black and brown color scheme, featuring two large promotional posters for a motel.

12. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sarah

RM273

RM303 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel reception area with a tiled floor, a reception desk, a television, and a large wall mural.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass door, a staircase, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted TV.

A reception desk with a digital screen, a clock, and a plant.

13. Motel 6 Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Celia

RM261

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a television mounted above it, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, and a shower curtain.

A Super 8 motel with a parking lot and landscaped garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and two wall-mounted lamps.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Champaign

3.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

WINSTON

RM262

RM296 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a sun lounger.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a fireplace.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, shelves, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with white linens, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

15. Best Western Paradise Inn

5.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

mital

RM461

RM511 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, a patterned rug, and a kitchenette in the background.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a wardrobe, and a door leading to another room.

16. Candlewood Suites Champaign-Urbana University Area by IHG

3.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jennifer

RM360

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front yard.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a table with umbrellas.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a brick floor.

A digital display showing the local weather and events for San Francisco, California.

17. Courtyard Champaign

3.7 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Glenda

RM443

RM501 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a reception desk, a glass door leading to the exit, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a living area featuring a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There are potted plants, a window with curtains, and a poster on the wall.

A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a row of single-story buildings, a parking lot, and a grassy area in front.

18. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

6.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lorraine

RM251

RM283 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a painting of a sunset over the ocean, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A building with a green-lit entrance and a cobblestone pathway leading to it.

A reception desk with a large floral artwork, a nameplate, and a doormat with a sun design.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view of a school bus.

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

3.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sherry

RM330

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A spacious kitchen with a large island, equipped with various appliances and a coffee station.

A Sleep Inn hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a mirror.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a refreshment bar.

20. Sleep Inn Champaign North - Urbana

3.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Gracious

RM271

RM306 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 592 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 273 reviews	View
Yugo Guest Suites	8.8 Excellent 179 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana	8.8 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area	8.8 Excellent 329 reviews	View

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. One of the best in Chambana. Always an enjoyable place to stay."

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

10/10 Excellent

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with friendly staff in a good location. We both really enjoyed the breakfast. We appreciate the water bottles for being Hilton members."

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is friendly. A very nice place to stay. Plan on going back to stay again. Having what they call a kickback is wonderful."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room. Breakfast was good."

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"A bagel-to-go bag for breakfast was available for guests who needed to leave early. Bottles of water at check in is a nice extra."

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were so welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. Check in was a breeze. The hotel looked brand new even although the building is a hundred years old. we had dinner in the restaurant and the food was first class. We arrived late and left early so didn’t use the pool but it looked very clean. Free parking right out front is always a bonus. Gorgeous little town with lots of quirky shops and restaurants. I can’t say enough good things about our stay. Highly recommend this hotel."

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

8/10 Good

"I prefer for the bathroom door to lock, instead of being a barn door"

Yugo Guest Suites

8/10 Good

"Nice suite with kitchen and clean bathroom. Looked really nice and new. But the execution on comfort was lacking. Whoever purchased the cheapest beds and the worst cheapest synthetic tiny pillows should be fired. Was excited for this idea of having a kitchen until I found 2 knives, 2 spoons, 2 plates, a pot, and a fry pan but no cooking utensils/no cooking spoons or flipper. Pretty sparse. Spending the dollars to ensure a good comfortable bed and pillows and that you can actually make use of the kitchen would have helped with getting return customers. Cool new space but execution is the pits."

Other attractions near University of Illinois Observatory

Alma Mater

9.2/10 (176 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Urbana with a stop at Alma Mater. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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An indoor museum exhibit with artifacts and informational displays.

Spurlock Museum

8.4/10 (21 reviews)

With a focus on cultural history, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s museum gives visitors a window into civilizations around the world.

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An art gallery with wooden floors, framed paintings, and a sculpture.

Krannert Art Museum

9.0/10 (69 reviews)

Piece together the history of art around the world through the varied galleries of this large museum with a focus on pre-Columbian and Asian art.

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Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

9.2/10 (119 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, an entertaining place to visit in Urbana. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Altgeld Hall Tower

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Urbana when you take a trip to Altgeld Hall Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Champaign County Historical Museum

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Champaign County Historical Museum in Champaign. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Community Center for the Arts

Enjoy an outing to Community Center for the Arts during your stay in Urbana. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Labyrinth during your stay in Urbana. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Illinois Observatory?

University of Illinois Observatory is located in an area of Urbana known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 20 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Illinois Observatory?

Adjacent to University of Illinois Observatory, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good choices close by include Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana and Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels are there close to University of Illinois Observatory?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Illinois Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Illinois Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near University of Illinois Observatory.

What can I see and do near University of Illinois Observatory?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Krannert Art Museum and Champaign County Historical Museum. The Virginia Theatre, Orpheum Children's Science Museum and Altgeld Hall Tower are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at University of Illinois Assembly Hall, Cinema Gallery and The Station Theater.

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Our top choices for University of Illinois Observatory hotels

1. Champaign Garden Inn

2. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. Yugo Guest Suites

4. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

6. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

7. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

8. Best Western University Inn

9. Courtesy Motel

10. Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

12. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

13. Motel 6 Urbana, IL

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Champaign

15. Best Western Paradise Inn

16. Candlewood Suites Champaign-Urbana University Area by IHG

17. Courtyard Champaign

18. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

19. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

20. Sleep Inn Champaign North - Urbana

Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Yugo Guest Suites

Other attractions near University of Illinois Observatory

Alma Mater

Spurlock Museum

Krannert Art Museum

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Altgeld Hall Tower

Champaign County Historical Museum

Community Center for the Arts

Labyrinth

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