Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area

  • 1908 N Lincoln Ave , Urbana, Illinois 61801
  • 1908 N Lincoln Ave , Urbana, Illinois - 61801
  • 855-516-1090
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
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1 Queen Bed

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 32-inch TV with premium channels

Food and Beverages - Coffee/tea maker

Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Partially open bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels

Extra Features - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

Accessibility - Braille signage

Non-Smoking

Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Amenities and Features

  • Non Smoking
  • TV
  • Grab-bar near toilet
  • AC / In-room climate control
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Housekeeping (Daily)
  • Complimentary Wifi
  • Desk
  • Complimentary local calls
  • TV - Premium channels
  • Bath Towels Provided
  • Room Linens provided
  • Adjoining-Connecting rooms available
  • Shower only
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Braille signage
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Iron - ironing board
  • TV size: 32
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • In room safe
  • Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • TV - Cable Service
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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1 King Bed

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 32-inch TV with premium channels

Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker

Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and towels

Extra Features - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

Accessibility - Braille signage

Non-Smoking

Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Amenities and Features

  • Non Smoking
  • TV
  • Grab-bar near toilet
  • AC / In-room climate control
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Housekeeping (Daily)
  • Complimentary Wifi
  • Desk
  • Complimentary local calls
  • TV - Premium channels
  • Bath Towels Provided
  • Room Linens provided
  • Adjoining-Connecting rooms available
  • Shower only
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Braille signage
  • Bathroom (Private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Iron - ironing board
  • TV size: 32
  • In room safe
  • Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
  • Microwave
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • TV - Cable Service
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
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2 Double Beds

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 32-inch TV with premium channels

Food and Beverages - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker

Bed Type and Features - Bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and towels

Extra Features - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

Accessibility - Braille signage

Non-Smoking

Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Amenities and Features

  • Non Smoking
  • TV
  • Grab-bar near toilet
  • AC / In-room climate control
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee and tea maker
  • Housekeeping (Daily)
  • Complimentary Wifi
  • Desk
  • Complimentary local calls
  • TV - Premium channels
  • Bath Towels Provided
  • Room Linens provided
  • Adjoining-Connecting rooms available
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Braille signage
  • Shower-tub combination
  • Bathroom (Private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Iron - ironing board
  • TV size: 32
  • In room safe
  • Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
  • Microwave
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • TV - Cable Service
 

About The Hotel

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About Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area Hotel

Hotel Location & Nearby Attractions

With a stay at Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area in Urbana, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Carle Foundation Hospital. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from State Farm Center and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Crystal Lake Park.

Popular Hotel Amenities and Features

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Hotel Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 65 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Pet Policy for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area
If you are thinking of bringing your pet and want to know if pets are allowed at Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area are listed below.

Pets allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Service animals are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40

Additional Hotel Details
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Professional property host/manager
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
LGBTQ friendly
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Social distancing measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Masks are available to guests
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Protective clothing is available to guests
Gloves are available to guests
Masks are compulsory at the property
No cribs (infant beds) available
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area Hotel Amenities


Accessibility
  • In room accessibility
  • Wheelchair Accessible bathroom
Fitness Services
  • GYM - Fitness facilities
General Amenities
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
General Amenities
  • Dry cleaning & laundry service
  • Laundry Room
  • Elevator & lift on property
Internet
  • Free internet
Lobby Level Services
  • Luggage storage facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
Lobby Level Services
  • Safe deposit box at front desk
  • Free news papers in lobby
Parking Services
  • Self parking - Free
Pool Facilities
  • Number of indoor pools -
Property Features
  • Roll in shower
Restaurants & Bars
  • Coffee & tea in common areas

About Econo Lodge By Choice Hotels Brand Hotels

Before Super 8, there was Econo Lodge. Based in the United State and Canada, this economy motel chain brand is the second largest brand under the Choice Hotels group. Created to provide the finest accommodations under the budget-friendly category by Vernon Myers and his son Vernon Jr, Econo Travel now Econo Lodge materialized with funding and marketing help from Lloyd Tarbutton, a local businessman.

Interestingly, business started with Sandy Econo, the hotel’s “mascot” dressed in a Scottish skirt and tam walking around the neighborhood giving away brochures. However, the hotel chain was sold in 1983 for $836 million, all 306 hotels and adapted the name Econo Lodge instead of Econo Travel. The brand was sold and bought several times before Paul Wallace bought the brand and refurbished it and eventually sold it to Choice Hotels International in 1990.

Eventually, this hotel concept located in 865 Military Highway grew from one location to 800 hotels under the Econo Lodge brand today. Initially, there were 40 rooms in each property located near highways and roads. Expansion continues and by 2013, there were around 830 Econo Lodge hotels open and operating in the United States with 28 more under development. Every state in the U.S. and the Canadian province has an Econo Lodge in it.

 
 

Hotel Location

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Nearest airport and around Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area - Urbana, Illinois Hotel

 
 

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Anita Purves Nature Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Crystal Lake Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Carle Foundation Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Champaign County Fairgrounds - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
The Station Theater - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
University of Illinois Observatory - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Cinema Gallery - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Illini Union Rec Room - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Alma Mater - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Altgeld Hall Tower - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Orpheum Children's Science Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Spurlock Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi

The preferred airport for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area is Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi

 
 

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Helpful Info & FAQs

Is free parking available at the Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area?

Yes, parking is available free of cost at the Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area. This is one of the hotels in Urbana with Free Parking.

Does this property have a swimming pool?

Yes, Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area has a hotel pool.

What is the check-in policy?

The checking times for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area are between 3:00 PM and midnight. The minimum age to check-in is 21.

What is the check-out time?

This Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area's check-out time is 12:00 PM.

What brand is Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area?

Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area is a part of Econo Lodge By Choice Hotels.

What is the street address for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area?

The address for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area is 1908 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, Illinois 61801

What is the price for tonight?

Based on recent averages, the price for tonight can start at 0.

What is the nightly room rate for this weekend?

Based on recent averages, the room rate for this weekend can be as low as 0 per night.

How many guest rooms are at Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area?

The Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area has a total of 65 guest rooms.

How many floors does the Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area have?

This Urbana hotel has 3 floors. The hotel has 1 building/tower.

What is the hotel theme?

Travelers find this hotel Good for Business Travelers, Pet Friendly.

Recommended landmarks, attractions or things to do around ECONO LODGE CHAMPAIGN URBANA - UNIVERSITY AREA?

ECONO LODGE CHAMPAIGN URBANA - UNIVERSITY AREA is within minutes from Anita Purves Nature Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi , Crystal Lake Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi and Carle Foundation Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi

 
 

Additional Hotel Reviews

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Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area Reviews Summary

UserMegan
3/10
 
Poor
Poor

Pros: Location was close to where I had a confrence so that was nice. The price was decent but you get what you pay for.
Cons: The shower had mold around the door and light fixtures. You could hear everything from the rooms next to you. The room next door had issues with their doors not locking and they were up until after midnight slamming the door to try and fix it. There was no breakfast available.
UserAkexis
3/10
 
Poor
Poor

UserCooper
10/10
 
Exceptional
Exceptional

UserDeanna
8/10
 
Very Good
Very good

Pros: Comfortable and staff were great
UserAmber
10/10
 
Exceptional
Exceptional

Pros: Everything we stayed here before and we always feel welcome back.
Cons: Nothing so far
UserNena
6/10
 
Pleasant
Pleasant

Pros: Conveniently located near the University of Illinois. The room was decent sized.
Cons: The swimming pool was broken and there was no bathtub in the bathroom of the hotel room.
UserKathy
5/10
 
Fair
Passable

UserPhillip
1/10
 
Very Poor
Bad

UserBrittney
1/10
 
Very Poor
Bad

UserYikun
8/10
 
Very Good
Very good

UserSueanne
7/10
 
Good
Good

UserMelissa
8/10
 
Very Good
Very good

UserAaron
10/10
 
Exceptional
Exceptional

UserNigel
9/10
 
Wonderful
Superb

Pros: spacious room
Cons: pool closed for remodel
UserJayson
7/10
 
Good
Good

UserMichael
9/10
 
Wonderful
Superb

UserAmber
9/10
 
Wonderful
Superb

Pros: Everything about it
Cons: How the toilet got clogged up right off the back
UserEdith
5/10
 
Fair
Passable

UserFurkan
5/10
 
Fair
Passable

UserJoe
4/10
 
Disappointing
Paid a premium for Dad's...

Pros: The location was fine for visiting with our daughter who attends the University of Illinois.
Cons: The main reason I chose this location was they had a pool. Having an 11 year old boy with Autism, a pool really helps with spending the night in a different location. The website said there was a pool. I checked the week of the visit, it still said there was a pool. I walked in and there was a rather aged sign that said the pool was closed for maintenance. When I voiced my frustration with the Main Desk, she said they were informing visitors when they called to confirm the reservation. This was untrue as they called during work hours and left a message, saying nothing about the pool. I called back and had a lovely discussion with a human employee and the lack of a pool was never mentioned. The hall was gross as they are doing some renovations, dirty in spots. It also smelled of fried chicken. The double room was very small and the floor was not very clean. The shower was very old fashioned and not cleaned as there was a long hair on the wall and I was the first to use the shower and it certainly was not mine. The bathroom floor was dirty as well.
 
Hotel Location & Nearby Attractions

With a stay at Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area in Urbana, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Carle Foundation Hospital. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from State Farm Center and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Crystal Lake Park.

Popular Hotel Amenities and Features

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Hotel Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 65 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Pet Policy for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area
If you are thinking of bringing your pet (dog or cat) and want to know if pets are allowed at Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area are listed below.

Pets allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Service animals are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40

Additional Hotel Details
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Professional property host/manager
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
LGBTQ friendly
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Social distancing measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Masks are available to guests
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Protective clothing is available to guests
Gloves are available to guests
Masks are compulsory at the property
No cribs (infant beds) available
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area Hotel Amenities

Accessibility
  • In room accessibility
  • Wheelchair Accessible bathroom
Fitness Services
  • GYM - Fitness facilities
General Amenities
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
General Amenities
  • Dry cleaning & laundry service
  • Laundry Room
  • Elevator & lift on property
Internet
  • Free internet
Lobby Level Services
  • Luggage storage facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
Lobby Level Services
  • Safe deposit box at front desk
  • Free news papers in lobby
Parking Services
  • Self parking - Free
Pool Facilities
  • Number of indoor pools -
Property Features
  • Roll in shower
Restaurants & Bars
  • Coffee & tea in common areas

About Econo Lodge By Choice Hotels Brand Hotels

Before Super 8, there was Econo Lodge. Based in the United State and Canada, this economy motel chain brand is the second largest brand under the Choice Hotels group. Created to provide the finest accommodations under the budget-friendly category by Vernon Myers and his son Vernon Jr, Econo Travel now Econo Lodge materialized with funding and marketing help from Lloyd Tarbutton, a local businessman.

Interestingly, business started with Sandy Econo, the hotel’s “mascot” dressed in a Scottish skirt and tam walking around the neighborhood giving away brochures. However, the hotel chain was sold in 1983 for $836 million, all 306 hotels and adapted the name Econo Lodge instead of Econo Travel. The brand was sold and bought several times before Paul Wallace bought the brand and refurbished it and eventually sold it to Choice Hotels International in 1990.

Eventually, this hotel concept located in 865 Military Highway grew from one location to 800 hotels under the Econo Lodge brand today. Initially, there were 40 rooms in each property located near highways and roads. Expansion continues and by 2013, there were around 830 Econo Lodge hotels open and operating in the United States with 28 more under development. Every state in the U.S. and the Canadian province has an Econo Lodge in it.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Anita Purves Nature Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Crystal Lake Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Carle Foundation Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Champaign County Fairgrounds - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
The Station Theater - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
University of Illinois Observatory - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Cinema Gallery - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Illini Union Rec Room - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Alma Mater - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Altgeld Hall Tower - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Orpheum Children's Science Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Spurlock Museum - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi

The preferred airport for Econo Lodge Champaign Urbana - University Area is Champaign, IL (CMI-University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Williard) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi

User
Megan
 
3/10
Poor
Poor

Pros: Location was close to where I had a confrence so that was nice. The price was decent but you get what you pay for.
Cons: The shower had mold around the door and light fixtures. You could hear everything from the rooms next to you. The room next door had issues with their doors not locking and they were up until after midnight slamming the door to try and fix it. There was no breakfast available.
User
Akexis
 
3/10
Poor
Poor

User
Cooper
 
10/10
Exceptional
Exceptional

User
Deanna
 
8/10
Very Good
Very good

Pros: Comfortable and staff were great
User
Amber
 
10/10
Exceptional
Exceptional

Pros: Everything we stayed here before and we always feel welcome back.
Cons: Nothing so far
User
Nena
 
6/10
Pleasant
Pleasant

Pros: Conveniently located near the University of Illinois. The room was decent sized.
Cons: The swimming pool was broken and there was no bathtub in the bathroom of the hotel room.
User
Kathy
 
5/10
Fair
Passable

User
Phillip
 
1/10
Very Poor
Bad

User
Brittney
 
1/10
Very Poor
Bad

User
Yikun
 
8/10
Very Good
Very good

User
Sueanne
 
7/10
Good
Good

User
Melissa
 
8/10
Very Good
Very good

User
Aaron
 
10/10
Exceptional
Exceptional

User
Nigel
 
9/10
Wonderful
Superb

Pros: spacious room
Cons: pool closed for remodel
User
Jayson
 
7/10
Good
Good

User
Michael
 
9/10
Wonderful
Superb

User
Amber
 
9/10
Wonderful
Superb

Pros: Everything about it
Cons: How the toilet got clogged up right off the back
User
Edith
 
5/10
Fair
Passable

User
Furkan
 
5/10
Fair
Passable

User
Joe
 
4/10
Disappointing
Paid a premium for Dad's...

Pros: The location was fine for visiting with our daughter who attends the University of Illinois.
Cons: The main reason I chose this location was they had a pool. Having an 11 year old boy with Autism, a pool really helps with spending the night in a different location. The website said there was a pool. I checked the week of the visit, it still said there was a pool. I walked in and there was a rather aged sign that said the pool was closed for maintenance. When I voiced my frustration with the Main Desk, she said they were informing visitors when they called to confirm the reservation. This was untrue as they called during work hours and left a message, saying nothing about the pool. I called back and had a lovely discussion with a human employee and the lack of a pool was never mentioned. The hall was gross as they are doing some renovations, dirty in spots. It also smelled of fried chicken. The double room was very small and the floor was not very clean. The shower was very old fashioned and not cleaned as there was a long hair on the wall and I was the first to use the shower and it certainly was not mine. The bathroom floor was dirty as well.