Stay at One of the Top Hotels in Champaign / Urbana, Illinois Ideally located in the heart of the University of Illinois Campus, just off I-74 at Lincoln Ave, the Holiday Inn Hotel Champaign / Urbana offers area travelers the utmost in comfort and convenience. Top local destinations are minutes away, Willard Airport (CMI) is within nine miles, and Amtrak is five miles from the hotel's facility. The Champaign / Urbana area offers Illinois visitors countless avenues for entertainment, from Alto Vineyards' wine tastings to Fighting Illini football. Hardy's Reindeer Ranch nearby ensures fun for the entire family, as does Tuscola Outlet Mall, a short drive away. And, the annual Illinois Marathon is held just minutes from the hotel's Champaign / Urbana address. This hotel's modern, 18,000-sq-ft Conference Center is a great choice for those hosting events in the area.