HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES URBANA-CHAMPAIGN-U OF I AREA BY IHG, Champaign – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Urbana-Champaign-U Of I Area offers rooms with free high-speed Wi-Fi, a 43-inch TV with cable and HBO, and a work desk. Beds feature triple-sheeted bedding and multiple pillow options. Select rooms include a sofa bed, microwave, and mini-fridge. Accessible rooms have wider doorways and grab bars in the bathroom.
Dining & Breakfast
Guests receive a complimentary Express Start Breakfast with hot and cold options, including coffee, pastries, and eggs. Coffee and tea are available in the lobby. Nearby dining includes Market Place Mall, home to Macy's and Banana Republic, and local spots like Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean.
Leisure & Fitness
The hotel has a heated indoor pool, open from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and a 24-hour fitness center with treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes. The University of Illinois campus is 2 miles away, offering sports events at Memorial Stadium and concerts at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 2 miles from the University of Illinois and 25 miles from Tuscola Tanger Outlets. Nearby attractions include Spurlock Museum, with artifacts like Babylonian clay tablets, and Sangamon River Forest Preserve, a 20-minute drive. The Amtrak train station provides regional transport.
Services & Accessibility
The hotel offers a 650-square-foot meeting room with a projector, microphone, and whiteboard. Services include free Wi-Fi, dry cleaning, and a business center. ADA-compliant features include accessible parking, elevators, and rooms with grab bars. Late check-out is available upon request.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Free airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Shops/Commercial services
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel has spacious and comfortable rooms, but housekeeping was a bit slow to prepare them. The service was top-notch, with attentive and helpful staff. The location was convenient, albeit disrupted by ongoing construction. The dining experience was a pleasant surprise with added options. However, the breakfast could be improved for the price paid.
The hotel is conveniently located near the highway and provides easy access, although the surrounding area is more industrial. The friendly and accommodating service made our stay enjoyable, but basic customer service skills were lacking. The dining experience was a bit disappointing, with limited breakfast options. The rooms, while comfortable, were slightly noisy due to the loud AC unit. Overall, the hotel offers value for money with its convenient location and welcoming staff.
I had a comfortable stay at the hotel with clean and spacious rooms, but I wished I could have gotten more sleep. The service was friendly and quick, making my experience enjoyable. The hotel's location was convenient, right off the expressway, but some noise issues were a downside. The dining experience was not the best, although the breakfast was nutritious and convenient when on the go.