I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

4.0 star property
4-star family-friendly hotel near Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, connected to the convention center

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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1900 South First Street, Champaign, IL, 61820
  • Place, Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State Farm Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(174 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(105 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Champaign

Close to airport.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign and University of Illinois Assembly Hall. State Farm Center and Memorial Stadium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Illinois Assembly Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • State Farm Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Champaign-Urbana Station - 7 min drive
  • Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jarling's Custard Cup - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪I Hotel And Conference Center - ‬2 min walk

About this property

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

4-star family-friendly hotel near Research Park University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, connected to the convention center
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 16 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 70000 square feet (6503 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a train station pick-up service, and a train station drop-off service are free. Self parking and valet parking are free. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Champaign hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 126 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 70000 sq ft of conference space
  • 6503 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center offers 126 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, video-game consoles, and pay movies. Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Champaign hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 2 mi
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 3 2025 to November 3 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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I Hotel Conference Center
I Hotel
I Hotel Champaign
i Hotel And Conference Center
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I Illinois Conference Center
I Hotel Illinois Conference Center
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center Hotel
I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center Champaign
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I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1609 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1833 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pavel, Wilmette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful all around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELISABETH, Oak Park

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were exceptional, kind and helpful throughout the entire stay. The room was comfortable and the breakfast was great! Would definitely recommend for anyone on a business trip, solo journey or romantic weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing! Very nice. We enjoyed our stay. If I’m ever back here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY, HATTIESBURG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent weekend with family and loved sitting outside on patio. Comfy beds, good breakfast, and welcoming, warm, kind staff made the stay great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seamus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fireworks central

Great location and a very nice hotel. Friendly staff and a high quality experience for a reasonable price. Very convenient to university and twin cities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiungor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Game on

I Hotel was quite comfortable! Staff was very efficient and friendly. The rooms were clean and spacious. They even called to confirm reservation. Best part was the great outdoor sitting space and lobby game tables with massive sofas. Mahjong was on!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a wonderful hotel with an equally wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great! We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

99.9% great

Everything was great except the keurig coffee maker didn't work. It had power but did noeven start the brewing process as the water just sat there in the compartment
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelcie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at this hotel 2 times now. The staff is great, rooms are well appointed and quiet. Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked away on a quiet street, friendly and accommodating staff, clean and comfy room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rongwei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay for work. My only suggestion would be to have breakfast open at 6:30 am during the week.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peisong

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025