About Candlewood Suites Champaign-Urbana University Area, an IHG Hotel
Strategically set near the intersection of Interstates 57 and 74 in Champaign’s entertainment district, Candlewood Suites Champaign-Urbana Univ Area is just a 12-minute walk to the vibrant Marketplace. This pet-friendly hotel boasts a modern fitness center, which is open for 24 hours a day.
Rooms offer the convenience of kitchens with a stove, microwave oven, silverware/glassware, toaster, and refrigerator. Other in-room amenities include air-conditioning system and cable televisions with DVD players.
Candlewood Suites Champaign-Urbana Univ Area houses a 24-hour business center, laundry facilities, and picnic area with gazebo grill and tables. Wireless Internet is available all throughout the establishment.
The on-site Candlewood Cupboard sells frozen meals, tasty snacks, and a variety of refreshing beverages for reasonable prices. Eating spots nearby include Super Taco and Red Lobster.
Within an eight-minute drive from the hotel, guests can reach the Memorial Stadium, State Farm Center, and Krannert Art Museum.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Friendly & efficient staff made guest feel at home
The staffs are very friendly and efficient, according to most guests. Guests were particularly pleased with the fast check-in process, which allowed them to rest and enjoy their room immediately. Moreover, they also pointed out that the staffs were always willing to help them out with whatever they needed.
positive:
Large and spotlessly clean rooms!
Guests are surprised with how spacious the rooms are! The accommodations are adequate for their huge luggage, and they are still able to have more than enough space to move around. Guests also commented that their rooms were spotlessly clean throughout their stay.
positive:
Strategic & convenient location in Champaign
Candlewood Suites Champaign - Urbana University Area is very close to different shopping centers and restaurants, allowing guests to have a convenient stay. Guests also loved the fact that the University of Illinois is just a quick drive away.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Poor soundproofing caused inconvenience
Those who have stayed in the past found out that the rooms are poorly soundproofed! They were able to hear sounds from the outside and even from their neighboring rooms, causing them inconvenience during their stay.
negative:
Issues with the air conditioning may arise
While all of the rooms were equipped with air conditioning, guests pointed out that the air conditioning units did not work properly at times. This caused discomfort for the guests, especially because it can get warm in Champagne during certain times of the year.
negative:
Beds are a bit uncomfortable!
Guests expressed that the beds in some of the rooms are not as comfortable as they hope them to be. A significant number of guests experienced having back sores upon waking up, while some complained of being able to feel the protruding springs of the bed.