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

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

An outdoor seating area with orange umbrellas, wicker furniture, and a variety of flowers.

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

Terri

S$122

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

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

2. Champaign Garden Inn

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

S$144

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

3. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Chen

S$146

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

4. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Stephanie

S$148

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a large window.

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

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

5. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sravana Kumar

S$163

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Elsa

S$111

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Michele

S$149

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall map.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and orange chairs, a coffee station, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sue

S$158

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

9. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Gerado

S$233

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

S$155

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the building's interior.

A modern coffee shop with a bar area, seating, and a display of coffee machines.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a bed with a striped bedspread, and a desk with drawers.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

HAYATO

S$151

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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

S$141

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

13. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

0.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Venkataramana

S$159

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

S$149

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A wooden gazebo with picnic tables and potted plants.

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.

15. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Bridget

S$92

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

16. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jose

S$127

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A Drury Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot with several cars.

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

Heather

S$166

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a covered walkway, and a brick facade.

A reception area with a 'Welcome to the Prairie State' sign, a reception desk, and a view through glass doors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by beige tiles and a light blue wall. There are chairs and tables around the pool area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern café with a central island, seating area, and various food and drink stations.

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

8.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Katie

S$175

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

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

3.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Melissa

S$126

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

S$91

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 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 2,259 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 601 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 296 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"Room was nice. It said they had a hot tub they did not and the pool was down as well."

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend. Our new place to stay every time we visit from now on."

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, right off the highway, free from traffic from the university and very cozy rooms"

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I absolutely loved the breakfast area, and the staff was so kind and welcoming! Thank you for making my morning so special. It was one of the best breakfast experiences I've had! I came here for a business trip, and I'm leaving with so much positive energy and wonderful memories. Thank you for everything! 😊"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

10/10 Excellent

"It's an older building but well maintained. Clean with a great breakfast selection."

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

8/10 Good

"Front desk clerks were superb. Room was clean & comfortable. 1 elevator was out of order. Breakfast was good, a little limited according to Hampton venues. Parking was well lighted. All in all a good choice"

Yugo Guest Suites

8/10 Good

"This was a good location to stay for football weekend! Communication with the renter was good and the building is clean, modern, and has a great cafe on the first floor. Walked easily to the UIUC Union from the hotel. Full kitchen was nice. Only complaint was that the bed for two looked to be full-sized. It was a bit cramped and creaky—not our best sleep. Other than that, it was a nice stay."

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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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A modern interior with a curved staircase, a central core gallery, and a statue display.

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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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. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

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

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

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

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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