The Best Hotels Closest to University of Illinois Observatory in Urbana for 2026

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

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for University of Illinois Observatory hotels

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

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

A bar with wooden chairs and a long counter.

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

1. I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

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 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 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

SAR 432

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and tables, brick walls, and potted plants.

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 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

SAR 367

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sravana Kumar

SAR 386

SAR 436 total

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 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.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Elsa

SAR 287

SAR 325 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

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

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sue

SAR 383

SAR 433 total

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

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

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

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Harry

SAR 382

SAR 432 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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.

8. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Stephanie

SAR 383

SAR 433 total

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 sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

9. Yugo Guest Suites

0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Trae

SAR 322

SAR 364 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 modern hotel with a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

HAYATO

SAR 428

SAR 483 total

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.

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

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.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

2 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Brian

SAR 440

SAR 498 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 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.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Gerado

SAR 604

SAR 683 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

SAR 380

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

14. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Susan

SAR 394

SAR 445 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 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

Sean

SAR 255

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

16. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jose

SAR 397

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

4.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Heather

SAR 432

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

8.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Katie

SAR 447

SAR 505 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

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

3.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Christina

SAR 351

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 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.

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

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

SAR 253

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center	9.8 Exceptional 2,252 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 600 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 290 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area	8.8 Excellent 358 reviews	View

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"This is the 3rd time I stay at Hotel Royer! The hotel is really nice and the staff is absolutely amazing. From the front desk to the restaurant and the kitchen staff, the service is absolutely incredible. The location is great it is at walking distance from everything. The room was comfortable with a view. I could see the sunrise in the morning and the moonlight when I was sleeping. I really appreciated that the kitchen gave me ice packs to keep cold some local produce that I wanted to bring back home. The food at the restaurant is absolutely delicious and everything is made from scratch in the kitchen, there are no shortcuts. The front desk are always smiling and willing to help. I was able to check in early and they granted me a free extra hour for late checkout. I highly recommend this hotel. I will stay there again next year.!"

Yugo Guest Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was challenging bc they have a small window and it coincided with the football game. Our tv in our room was also not working, which was also disappointing. Otherwise, everything else was great. I always try and book here if it's available."

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

8/10 Good

"10 minutes' drive to University of Illinois Champaign campus. Went on a sold-out football day. Parking garage was double ($30 vs. $15 due to the football game). Was able to leave and return to the parking lot without additional cost. Walkable to lots of restaurants and cafes."

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

8/10 Good

"Very close to the University of Illinois Champaign campus, big advantage. (Went to visit my child who is going to school there. Stayed one night.) Free parking was a plus. The free breakfast was good, not expectational. (The breakfast burrito was not that flavorful.) Helpful staff, clean and comfortable room. Had a good night sleep. This was my second stay at the hotel. Will stay here again."

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Nice staff. Breakfast was great!!"

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

8/10 Good

"Good deal on a clean comfortable bed and hot shower. Otherwise room is relatively spartan but TV and A/C worked fine. Staff is helpful and seems to care that you are happy. Coffee in lobby in morning (Styrofoam cups need to go IMO), vending machines with a few snacks and drinks. When front desk is not staffed you get a motion-detecting "live remote clerk in a box" that was a bit unnerving in that it starts talking to you and captures your face image along with other info, Box person can process tasks like check-in and spit out the room key, although mine would not work so the local person who showed me to the room got that fixed pronto. All in all it was a good deal for me and I would stay there again."

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay"

Other attractions near University of Illinois Observatory

Alma Mater

9.2/10 (176 reviews)

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

See properties

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.

See properties

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

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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 savor the top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Labyrinth

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

See properties

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, check out the 20 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place 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 traveler 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 should I expect to find close to University of Illinois Observatory?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of Illinois Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Illinois Observatory?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near University of Illinois Observatory, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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.

Find hotels near University of Illinois Observatory, Urbana from SAR 281

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

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. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

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

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

8. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

9. Yugo Guest Suites

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

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

Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Yugo Guest Suites

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

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

Frequently asked questions