Home2 Suites by Hilton Champaign/Urbana

The all-suite hotel invites you to dig in to a complimentary hot breakfast. Have chores to do? Tackle laundry and cardio at the hotel’s combination laundry and fitness center Spin2Cycle — it’s a multi-tasker’s dream! On the outdoor patio, take advantage of a fire pit, barbecue grills and plush lounge seating. All guests have access to free fast Wi-Fi and a 24-hour business center (with complimentary printing service). If you’re hosting an event or meeting, the 480-square-foot function space fits up to 50 people.

Champaign has all the perks of a major university city while remaining quaint and contained. Within the city boundaries are a wealth of educational centers and museums — including the Krannert Art Museum, a 48,000-square-foot space featuring a permanent collection of more than 10,000 pieces. Of course, no trip would be complete without watching the Fighting Illini in action at either Memorial Stadium or the State Farm Center. The city also boasts 61 parks spread out over 700 acres for picnics, frisbee or just enjoying the great outdoors.