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

A bar with wooden chairs and a long counter.

1. I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

2 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Kenneth

￥14,727

￥16,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

2.2 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Rose

￥18,305

￥20,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A banquet hall with chandeliers, long tables, and a brick fireplace.

3. Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.6 km from Illini Union Rec Room

nivine

￥15,510

￥18,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Patrick

￥17,074

￥19,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

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

5. Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

1.7 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Stephanie

￥16,054

￥18,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

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.

A reception desk with a wooden panel displaying "American Inn" and "BY WYNDHAM" in the center.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

2.4 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Nicole

￥11,621

￥13,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

7. Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

2.4 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Paige

￥15,355

￥17,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

0.3 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Gerado

￥25,591

￥28,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

An indoor pool area with a pool lift, a no diving sign, and a wheelchair-accessible chair.

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

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

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

2.6 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Tan

￥16,690

￥18,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

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

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

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

1.9 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Kathy

￥18,117

￥20,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a bed with a striped bedspread, and a desk with drawers.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

2.5 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Tina

￥17,465

￥19,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large mirror on the wall.

12. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

0.8 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Dwana

￥16,814

￥18,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A buffet table with various food items including appetizers, cheeses, fruits, and snacks.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern lobby with black cabinets, two grey armchairs, a small round table with vases, and a patterned carpet.

The Holiday Inn entrance at night with illuminated signage, a glass facade, and a landscaped area with plants.

13. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

2.1 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Misti

￥15,736

￥17,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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 staircase, a fireplace, a television, a Pepsi sign, a couch, and a coffee table.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, coffee machine, and a kitchen area.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a seating area.

14. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

2.9 km from Illini Union Rec Room

dorcas

￥10,219

￥11,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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 swimming pool with a tiled floor, a metal handrail, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a small refrigerator, a lamp, a heater, and a sofa.

15. Best Western University Inn

2.6 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Wenkai

￥12,873

￥14,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A motel with a parking lot, a single-story building, and a large sign advertising the motel.

A motel with a row of rooms, each with a door and window.

A motel with a sign reading "COURTESY MOTEL WELCOME CABLE AND HBO".

A motel with a parking lot, a reserved parking sign, and a building with a brick facade.

16. Courtesy Motel

1.9 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Tamika

￥14,304

￥16,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Stephanie

￥18,278

￥20,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

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

8.3 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Anne

￥16,814

￥18,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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.

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

19. Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

3.7 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Christina

￥16,162

￥18,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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.

20. Studio 6 Suites Urbana, IL

3.5 km from Illini Union Rec Room

Sarah

￥10,013

￥11,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Illini Union Rec Room

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center	9.8 Exceptional 2,222 reviews	View
Champaign Garden Inn	9.8 Exceptional 590 reviews	View
Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 260 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana	8.8 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View

Top Illini Union Rec Room Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

8/10 Good

"This is an older hotel but it has been recently updated on the inside and out. It's clean and functional. Bed was comfy. It was quiet. There's not a lot of parking. Didn't eat the breakfast but it looked and smelled great."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, very good staff, breakfast is very good. Kitchen has all required vessels and utensils. We loved it! I highly recommend this hotel."

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Second time we stay at Comfort Suite UIUC. Love it and will return."

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Check in efficient and staff helpful. Room nice with necessary amenities (iron, hairdryer, keurig, robes, towels). Free parking. Would book again."

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

10/10 Excellent

"Casey was very helpful at check in great smile."

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel and warm staff. Great stay!"

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful"

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. Clean room and friendly staff. Thanks for the stay."

Other attractions near Illini Union Rec Room

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 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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An indoor museum exhibit with artifacts and informational displays.

Spurlock Museum

8.4/10 (21 reviews)

With a focus on cultural history, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s museum gives visitors a window into civilizations around the world.

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

Krannert Art Museum

9.0/10 (69 reviews)

Piece together the history of art around the world through the varied galleries of this large museum with a focus on pre-Columbian and Asian art.

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A stadium filled with spectators wearing orange.

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illini Union Rec Room?

Illini Union Rec Room 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 41 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Illini Union Rec Room?

Adjacent to Illini Union Rec Room, 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 Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana and Yugo Guest Suites.

How many hotels are there close to Illini Union Rec Room?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Illini Union Rec Room.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illini Union Rec Room, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Illini Union Rec Room.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Illini Union Rec Room?

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What can I see and do near Illini Union Rec Room?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Krannert Art Museum and Champaign County Historical Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like The Virginia Theatre, Altgeld Hall Tower, and Orpheum Children's Science Museum. You can catch a show at University of Illinois Assembly Hall, Cinema Gallery, and The Station Theater.

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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. AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

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. Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

12. Hampton Inn Champaign/Urbana

13. Holiday Inn Champaign by IHG

14. Rodeway Inn Urbana Champaign University Area

15. Best Western University Inn

16. Courtesy Motel

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 Illini Union Rec Room Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Champaign North, IL

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown

Comfort Suites Urbana Champaign, University Area

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Hotel Royer Urbana Champaign, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

Other attractions near Illini Union Rec Room

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

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