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

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A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large white pendant lights, and a central seating area.

A bar with wooden chairs and a long counter.

A modern lobby with wooden sculptures, large white pendant lights, and a spacious seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a TV screen.

1. I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Patrick

RM344

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with floral wallpaper.

2. Champaign Garden Inn

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

RM405

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a blue sofa, a chandelier, and a wall-mounted map.

A fitness room with stationary bikes, a treadmill, and exercise mats.

A library with bookshelves, tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a round table, two brown chairs, a small plant, and two lamps.

3. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Nancy

RM399

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern interior with a marble wall, a large window, and a seating area with a table.

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

4. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Michelle

RM412

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a retail section.

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a chalkboard menu, and bar stools.

A hotel lobby with a coffee bar, snack display, and a seating area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jerrold

RM456

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Elsa

RM305

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and a flag.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, lounge chairs, and a blue wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher.

A breakfast bar with a variety of food options including cereal, fruit, yogurt, eggs, and milk.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Matthew

RM408

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a large bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a hot tub area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a blue sofa, and a lamp.

8. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Thomas A

RM408

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a large island with bar stools, a built-in oven, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.

A hotel reception area with a bench, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a 'Hello Champaign' sign.

A hotel room with a gray carpet, a gray sofa, an orange armchair, a wooden dresser, and a large window with sheer curtains.

9. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Gerado

RM657

RM743 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel with a prominent American flag, a well-lit entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Woodrow Wilson Hotel.

A hotel room with a wooden dining table, a TV, a sofa, a chair, and a lamp.

A spacious hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and round tables, a kitchen area in the background, and ceiling fans.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and a clock on the wall.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

2 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Candice

RM472

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A conference room with tables and chairs, a projector screen, and a large window.

A modern dining area with multiple seating options including tables, chairs, and a sofa.

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, a grill, and a table with chairs.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

HAYATO

RM425

RM480 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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 central island, stainless steel appliances, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

12. Yugo Guest Suites

0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Trae

RM397

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A Hampton Inn with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and signs indicating no lifeguard on duty and no diving.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a microwave, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

13. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

0.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Venkataramana

RM413

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

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.

14. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Susan

RM490

RM553 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

15. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Bridget

RM248

RM280 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A swimming pool with a tiled floor, a metal handrail, and large windows offering a view of trees.

16. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jose

RM355

RM401 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a seating area with a sofa and armchair.

A self-service beverage and snack station with refrigerated drinks, microwaves, and a variety of snacks.

17. Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

4.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Tammy

RM469

RM530 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with shrubs and flowers.

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

8.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Katie

RM482

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A Country Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance and a patio area.

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

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

3.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Henry

RM356

RM402 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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 kitchen with a stone backsplash, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter.

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

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

RM260

RM289 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center	9.8 Exceptional 2,280 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 603 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 303 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Surprisingly nice and friendly"

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and staff was great"

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Great property."

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel will definitely stay again if we come back"

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

8/10 Good

"Decent stay. Good breakfast included"

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and well maintained."

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"Best and affordable place to stay near UIUC!"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

8/10 Good

"Front desk is not consistently staffed. Breakfast is not very impressive, out of silverware, not good choices of eggs and croissants. Coffee is good. Breakfast area has garbage sitting on tables left by guests. Rooms are clean and well-appointed. Issue seems to be management of property."

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"All very smooth and efficient at check-in."

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Alma Mater

9.2/10 (176 reviews)

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Spurlock Museum

8.4/10 (21 reviews)

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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 Yugo Guest Suites and Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana.

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, Altgeld Hall Tower and Orpheum Children's Science Museum 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. I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

2. Champaign Garden Inn

3. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

5. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG

8. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

9. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

12. Yugo Guest Suites

13. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

14. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

15. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

16. Best Western University Inn

17. Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

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

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

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Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

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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