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

฿411
per adult
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: The Great Quest in Illinois
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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 ฿3,430 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,430
฿3,876 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿2,822 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,822
฿3,188 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (2,268 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and convenient. The hotel staff were great. Hoolihan's, avoid."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

3 out of 5
905 W Anthony Dr Champaign IL
The price is ฿3,721 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,721
฿4,205 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign
AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area

3 out of 5
1908 N Lincoln Ave Urbana IL
The price is ฿2,565 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿2,565
฿2,898 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Urbana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
"Good room, clean, comfortable! Food was good, well presented. Staff at all levels were great, polite, accommodating, friendly, and considerate! Great job!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Urbana/Champaign University Area
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

2 out of 5
1615 Rion Drive Champaign IL
The price is ฿1,973 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿1,973
฿2,229 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Champaign. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign
Illini Inn & Suites Hotel - Rantoul/Gifford/Champaign/Urbana

Illini Inn & Suites Hotel - Rantoul/Gifford/Champaign/Urbana

2 out of 5
200 Linden Ave. Rantoul IL
The price is ฿2,182 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,182
฿2,541 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rantoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (541 reviews)
"A clean place to stay, plenty of room for a family of 4. Staff was very friendly. Coffee and water to go!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Illini Inn & Suites Hotel - Rantoul/Gifford/Champaign/Urbana
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 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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