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A Victorian-style house with a front porch, a covered walkway, and a sign reading "Champagne Garden Inn."

1. Champaign Garden Inn

Champaign Garden Inn
3.0 star property
2.3 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (607 reviews)
"Nice, charming stay"
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Champaign Garden Inn
Bar (on property)

2. 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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (304 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

3. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
3.5 star property
1.8 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice hotel will definitely stay again if we come back"
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a retail section.

4. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy check in- clean hotel- good parking"
United States
Jerrold
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
3.0 star property
2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (404 reviews)
"We liked everything there, pleasantly surprised how nice it was for a budget motel; would highly recommend."
United States
Alma
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
Exterior

6. 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, (693 reviews)
"Perfect location, helpful staff, clean room, hot breakfast is quality and delicious."
United States
Gerado
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown
A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and a flag.

7. 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (872 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Matthew
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign by IHG
A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a large bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

8. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area
2.5 star property
2.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good affordable lodging."
United States
Thomas A
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area
An outdoor seating area with fire pit, chairs, and tables.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay"
Japan
HAYATO
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana
A hotel with a prominent American flag, a well-lit entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Woodrow Wilson Hotel.

10. 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, (967 reviews)
"Nice stay!"
United States
Candice
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana
A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, brick walls, and a central chandelier.

11. Yugo Guest Suites

Yugo Guest Suites
2.0 star property
0.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203 reviews)
"Great location close to campus"
United States
Carla
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Yugo Guest Suites
A Hampton Inn with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

12. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"I was only able to"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana
A buffet table with various food items and utensils.

13. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable and convenient hotel."
United States
Susan
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a wall-mounted lamp.

14. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area
2.0 star property
2.9 km from University of Illinois Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (442 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Bridget
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and two bedside lamps.

15. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast, pet friendly, jetted tub was great!"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Best Western University Inn
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

16. Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
3.0 star property
4.1 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, location and hot tub. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Tammy
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

17. Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest

Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest
2.5 star property
8.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (701 reviews)
"Safe comfortable stay."
United States
Katie
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton Inn Champaign Southwest
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

18. 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, (1,024 reviews)
"Nice staff - nice room at an affordable price"
Canada
Henry
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small trash bin, and a mirror on the wall.

19. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL
2.0 star property
3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (190 reviews)
"Very clean room, comfortable beds, very nice, helpful employees, will definitely stay there again!"
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL
A hotel reception area with a tiled floor, a reception desk, a television, and a large wall mural.

20. Motel 6 Urbana, IL

Motel 6 Urbana, IL
2.0 star property
3.4 km from University of Illinois Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (808 reviews)
"It was okay"
United States
Natalie
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Motel 6 Urbana, IL
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Compare popular hotels close to University of Illinois Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A Victorian-style house with a front porch, a covered walkway, and a sign reading "Champagne Garden Inn."
Champaign Garden Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
607 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
304 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a retail section.
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
404 reviews
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Top University of Illinois Observatory Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, the staff was wonderful"
Angie 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

Other attractions near University of Illinois Observatory

A statue of Alma Mater in front of a classical building with columns.

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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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.