The Best Hotels Closest to Alma Mater 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 km from Alma Mater

Terri

SAR 316

SAR 357 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 lush garden with various plants and a brick pathway.

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

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

2. Champaign Garden Inn

2.1 km from Alma Mater

Lisa

SAR 373

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, including a prominent tower and a covered patio area.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, including a pool ladder, seating area with chairs, and a large arched window.

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

1.7 km from Alma Mater

Chen

SAR 367

SAR 429 total

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.

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.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

1.9 km from Alma Mater

Anthony

SAR 419

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

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

5. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.6 km from Alma Mater

Rob

SAR 379

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

1.9 km from Alma Mater

Candice

SAR 434

SAR 490 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.

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.5 km from Alma Mater

Thomas A

SAR 364

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.2 km from Alma Mater

Gerado

SAR 604

SAR 683 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 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.

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

2.6 km from Alma Mater

Matthew

SAR 368

SAR 415 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, and a window with a curtain.

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

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.4 km from Alma Mater

HAYATO

SAR 391

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 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 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.

11. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from Alma Mater

Elsa

SAR 287

SAR 324 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

1 km from Alma Mater

Trae

SAR 365

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 seating area, a reception desk, and a large mirror on the wall.

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 Alma Mater

Venkataramana

SAR 364

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 modern living room with two grey armchairs, a small coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets and a large TV.

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

2.1 km from Alma Mater

Susan

SAR 398

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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 sofa, coffee machine, and a kitchen area.

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

A wooden gazebo with picnic tables and potted plants.

15. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from Alma Mater

Bridget

SAR 230

SAR 260 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 modern restaurant with a flat-screen TV, pendant lights, and a counter with a coffee machine.

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 Alma Mater

Jose

SAR 306

SAR 346 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.

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

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

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

17. Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

3.9 km from Alma Mater

Tammy

SAR 432

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Hampton Inn hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a brick facade.

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

A modern restaurant with a variety of seating options including booths and tables, a counter area, and a visible menu board.

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

8.2 km from Alma Mater

Katie

SAR 443

SAR 501 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A hotel dining area with a buffet, seating, and a stone wall.

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

19. Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

3.7 km from Alma Mater

Terry

SAR 385

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.6 km from Alma Mater

Lisa

SAR 239

SAR 265 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Alma Mater

Property	Property class	Guest rating
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center	9.8 Exceptional 2,266 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 602 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 298 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Alma Mater Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

8/10 Good

"Close to a lot of great restaurants"

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk was very friendly and engaging in conversation. Check out was quick, no problems at all."

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Good affordable lodging."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

10/10 Excellent

"The motel has been updated and is very clean and cozy"

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! 😊"

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

8/10 Good

"This is a very nice, bare-bones property. It has all you need for a quick, or busy stay. You have a clean room, bed, bathroom and a TV."

Other attractions near Alma Mater

A cylindrical building with a dome and a blue glass facade.

University of Illinois Observatory

8.8/10 (52 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at University of Illinois Observatory, an entertaining place to visit in Urbana. 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)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Spurlock Museum during your trip to Urbana. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Krannert Art Museum

9.0/10 (69 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Krannert Art Museum during your travels in Champaign. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Memorial Stadium

8.8/10 (374 reviews)

Catch an event at Memorial Stadium during your trip to Champaign. 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 with a stop at Altgeld Hall Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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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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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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State Farm Center

8.8/10 (355 reviews)

Catch an event at State Farm Center during your trip to Champaign. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Alma Mater?

Alma Mater is located in an area of Urbana known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 46 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Alma Mater?

Adjacent to Alma Mater, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana and Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana.

How many hotels will I find close to Alma Mater?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Alma Mater.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Alma Mater, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Alma Mater.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Alma Mater?

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What can I see and do near Alma Mater?

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 some of the notable landmarks to see 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 Alma Mater hotels

1. I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

2. Champaign Garden Inn

3. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

5. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

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

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

11. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

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. Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

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Top Alma Mater Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

Other attractions near Alma Mater

University of Illinois Observatory

Spurlock Museum

Krannert Art Museum

Memorial Stadium

Altgeld Hall Tower

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts

Champaign County Historical Museum

State Farm Center

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