The Best Hotels Closest to 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 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.

A bar with wooden chairs and a long counter.

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

A lush garden with various plants and a brick pathway.

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

2. Champaign Garden Inn

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

SAR 432

SAR 489 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 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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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 compact workspace with a desk, chair, and a microwave.

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 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.

6. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Harry

SAR 368

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

7. 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 living room with a sofa, 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 kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

8. Yugo Guest Suites

0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Trae

SAR 322

SAR 364 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Sue

SAR 409

SAR 462 total

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 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.

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

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

HAYATO

SAR 418

SAR 472 total

includes taxes & fees

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

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

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Gerado

SAR 605

SAR 683 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 spacious hotel lobby with a seating area featuring sofas and round tables, a kitchen area in the background, and ceiling fans.

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

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

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

2 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Brian

SAR 450

SAR 508 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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

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 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.

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

14. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Susan

SAR 394

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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.

15. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Jose

SAR 331

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 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.

16. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Cynthia

SAR 240

SAR 271 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

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

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.

18. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

8.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Katie

SAR 447

SAR 505 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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.

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory

Lisa

SAR 253

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 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 2,256 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 601 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 293 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area	8.8 Excellent 362 reviews	View

Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"Great value. We had a peaceful one night stay."

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay!"

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."

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."

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Parking was close to exit doors, staff was helpful and very professional. Breakfast had everything! Good location in town. Quiet. Newly renovated and very clean and modern."

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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.

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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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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 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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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 savor 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 savor 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, 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?

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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. Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

6. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

7. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

8. Yugo Guest Suites

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

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

13. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

14. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

15. Best Western University Inn

16. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

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 University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

Yugo Guest Suites

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

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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