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Our top choices for University of Illinois Observatory hotels

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I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center
4.0 star property
2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1989)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center
Front of property
Champaign Garden Inn

Champaign Garden Inn

Champaign Garden Inn
3.0 star property
2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (533)
"Beautiful historic old home."
United States
Robert
The price is P5,549
P6,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Champaign Garden Inn
Exterior
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown
3.0 star property
0.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (628)
"Great property! Great location!"
United States
Sue
The price is P7,340
P8,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
1.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"really nice friendly staff, clean room, comfortable. Good location"
United States
Karen
The price is P5,730
P6,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana
3.0 star property
2.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (961)
"The room was clean, and the staff professional."
United States
Yvonne
The price is P5,491
P6,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana
Restaurant
Yugo Guest Suites

Yugo Guest Suites

Yugo Guest Suites
4.0 star property
0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133)
"Great staff!"
United States
Jennifer
Yugo Guest Suites
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area
2.5 star property
2.5 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jessica
The price is P6,562
P7,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area
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Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
3.5 star property
1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location and very easy access "
United States
Alejandro
The price is P5,931
P6,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
Exterior
Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana
2.5 star property
0.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great quick check in. The room was better than expected. Overall a great experience for the price. "
United States
Paul
The price is P5,249
P5,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana
Terrace/patio
Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana
3.0 star property
2 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (849)
"Great price for a nice property "
United States
Karen
The price is P5,540
P6,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana
3.0 star property
2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (890)
"Excellent hotel . "
United States
Jaime
The price is P5,152
P5,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG
2.5 star property
2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (781)
"We always enjoy our stay."
United States
Alison
The price is P5,813
P6,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG
Meeting facility
Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG
3.0 star property
2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"The staff was very helpful. The room was clean and the wings we got from the restaurant were delicious."
United States
Rachel
The price is P5,402
P6,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG
Lobby
Best Western University Inn

Best Western University Inn

Best Western University Inn
2.5 star property
2.6 km from University of Illinois Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff!"
United States
Tracy
The price is P5,284
P5,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western University Inn
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area
2.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory
7.6 out of 10, Good, (365)
"Very good for the price"
United States
Madeline
The price is P3,815
P4,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
2.0 star property
2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Very wonderful place to stay!"
United States
Babatope
The price is P4,093
P4,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
Reception
Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn
2.5 star property
3.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Second time staying here, it's been adequate."
United States
terry
The price is P5,249
P6,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL
2.5 star property
3.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"The room was clean. The staff was nice."
United States
Vijay K
The price is P5,290
P5,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL
Lobby
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
3.0 star property
4.2 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"A very pleasant stay all round."
Canada
Helga
The price is P5,989
P6,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
View from property
Courtyard Champaign

Courtyard Champaign

Courtyard Champaign
3.0 star property
3.7 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (434)
"Clean room, easy check in and out"
United States
Madhavi
The price is P6,166
P6,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Courtyard Champaign
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"NICE"
Eric 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

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4.0/5 (3 reviews)
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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 Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana and Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
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.
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 Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, University of Illinois Assembly Hall, and Cinema Gallery.