Downtown Travel Guide

Champaign

A theater with a sign reading "Virginia Richard Hills, Pipe Organ" and "Dances with Wolves" performances.
A historic building with a 'GUIDO'S' sign, outdoor seating, and a clock.
A restaurant named Hamilton Walker with a neon sign, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, brick buildings, and a large building with a green dome in the background.
A historic stone building with a clock tower and arched windows.

Stay near popular Downtown attractions

The Virginia Theatre

7.8/10 (81 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at The Virginia Theatre during your stay in Champaign. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: The Great Quest in Illinois

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: The Great Quest in Illinois

฿404
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Top hotels in Downtown

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana

3.5 out of 5
217 N Neil St Champaign IL
The price is ฿3,948 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿3,948
฿4,460 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"good hotel, great location. parking was easy and you can get out after checking out."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Champaign-Urbana
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

4 out of 5
1900 South First Street Champaign IL
The price is ฿3,074 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿3,074
฿3,473 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,176 reviews)
"Great place to stay and affordable!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign

3 out of 5
1900 Center Dr Champaign IL
The price is ฿2,594 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿2,594
฿2,931 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Champaign
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

3 out of 5
905 W Anthony Dr Champaign IL
The price is ฿4,246 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿4,246
฿4,797 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and the king suite was very spacious and clean. We stayed two nights and each morning that we had breakfast the food was fresh and hot. Overall this was a nice experience. My only complaint is the parking. There were lots of utility trucks taking up 2 or 3 spots at a ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn

2.5 out of 5
516 W Marketview Dr Champaign IL
The price is ฿2,893 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿2,893
฿3,335 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, the air conditioning was turned on, which was nice so we didn’t enter a hot room. Staff at check-in was courteous. I did not like that there was no staff at the front desk when we wanted to check-out. There was a bowl to place our room keys. I didn’t feel comfortable leaving the keys, ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Champaign/Urbana Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

3 out of 5
1501 S Neil St Champaign IL
The price is ฿3,995 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿3,995
฿4,514 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bowl of seasoned fries.
Photo by Ammy Akarapunchai
Open Photo by Ammy Akarapunchai

North Champaign

While visiting North Champaign, you might make a stop by sights like Marketplace and Bonyark Creek Trail.

A sign for Hessel Park with a hashtag for exploring Champaign parks.

Clark

While visiting Clark, you might make a stop by sights like Hessel Park and Champaign Public Library.

A bowl of food with a piece of flatbread on top.
Photo by Ammy Akarapunchai
Open Photo by Ammy Akarapunchai

Campustown

When in Campustown, you can plan a visit to Alma Mater and Illini Union Rec Room, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A plate with a burger, fries, and waffles.
Photo by Kevin Jones
Open Photo by Kevin Jones

Bolten Field

While Bolten Field isn't home to many top sights, Hessel Park and University of Illinois Assembly Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

A snow-covered landscape with a bridge and buildings in the background.

Midtown

While Midtown isn't home to many top sights, The Virginia Theatre and Alma Mater are some notable places to visit nearby.

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