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

Rp219.869
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 Rp1.781.842 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.781.842
Rp2.013.125 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Beware of the "secure" parking facility. Between 10:30 pm August 29th and 2:30 am August 30th, 2026, six vehicles were attempted or broken into on the third and fourth floor of the "secure" parking garage. All were close to the fire escape stairwell. Believe it or not, no security cameras in the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 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 Rp1.634.531 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.634.531
Rp1.846.693 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (2,221 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful. Only thing was that I wish there was a microwave in the room. Every staff was very helpful, thank you!!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

Microtel Inn by Wyndham Champaign

2 out of 5
1615 Rion Drive Champaign IL
The price is Rp1.094.686 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.094.686
Rp1.236.776 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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
Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

Drury Inn & Suites Champaign

3 out of 5
905 W Anthony Dr Champaign IL
The price is Rp2.028.654 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.028.654
Rp2.291.973 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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
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 Rp1.149.729 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.149.729
Rp1.338.851 total
1 Oct - 2 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! (511 reviews)
"Great independent hotel with a historic story to share! Well maintained and they are really trying to improve the facility! Great breakfast, clean rooms. Working on tennis courts? Beautiful grounds. Nice small town."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

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

Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/Urbana

3 out of 5
1501 S Neil St Champaign IL
The price is Rp1.735.973 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp1.735.973
Rp1.961.303 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Champaign. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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 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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