This hotel in Normal, Illinois is the closest to Illinois State University and offers a variety of amenities such as a courtesy airport shuttle and a continental breakfast. Situated right off Illinois Interstates 55, 74, and 39 the Best Western University Inn features all of the amenities and services guests have come to expect from the Best Western name. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, this Bloomington/Normal hotel provides convenient access to all of the right places including shopping, dining, corporate locations and outdoor activities. This is also the closest hotel to ISU, Heartland Community College, and Lincoln College. Each of the 100 well-appointed guest rooms features cable television and wireless high-speed Internet access. Start the day off with a delicious complimentary continental breakfast before exploring Normal. The Best Western University Inn also features an indoor heated swimming pool, dry sauna, airport courtesy shuttle, 24 hour business center and meeting facilities with room for up to 50 people. Pets are welcome! The Best Western University Inn offers convenient access to a variety of outdoor activities including world class golfing and biking or running along Constitution Trail. Nearby Lake Bloomington and Evergreen Lake offer fishing, camping, boating and swimming. Take an afternoon to visit Maxwell Park and Champion Fields or spend the day touring one of several historical sites including the Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, the fully restored Art Deco Normal Theater, the David Davis Mansion, and Funk's Grove. Guests traveling on business will appreciate being close to corporate locations such as Mitsubishi, Growmark Inc, Shirk Products and Electronic North America. The U.S. Cellular Coliseum hosts a variety of concerts and events throughout the year, bringing people from Normal and the surrounding areas. Make a reservation today and save at the Best Western University Inn!
Best Western University Inn Amenities
Courtesy Car
Fitness Center or Spa
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Coffee Maker in Room
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Fishing
Free Parking
Free Local Telephone Calls
Hairdryers Available
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pets Allowed
Pool
Safe Deposit Box
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Best Western University Inn Rate Disclaimer
Indicative rates are for search purposes only. The entire range of rates may not be available during certain seasons or other specified periods of time. Check for specific rate availability when making a reservation.
Best Western University Inn Miscellaneous Information
American Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 3:00 P.M.
Check out time is 11:00 A.M.
Time Zone is Central Standard Time
100 rooms.
2 floors.
Directions
·From: North on I-55 Take Interstate 55 South to Exit 165. Turn left onto Business Route 51 South, also called Main Street. Turn right onto Raab Road and then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. ·From: South on I-55 Take Interstate 55 North to Exit 165. Merge onto Business Route 51/Main Street and head South. Turn right onto Raab Road and then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. ·From: West on I-74 Take Interstate 74 East to Interstate 55N. Head North to Exit 165. Merge onto Business Route 51/Main Street and head South. Turn right onto Raab Road and then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. ·From: East on I-74 Take Interstate 74 West as it merges with Interstate 55 North. Continue on 55 North to Exit 165A. Merge onto Business Route 51/Main Street and head South. Turn right onto Raab Road and then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. ·From: North on I-39 Take Interstate 39 South to Exit 2. Turn Left onto Business Route 51/Main Street heading South for approximately two miles. Turn right onto Raab Road and then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. ·From: South on Main St./Bus-51 Follow Main St./Business Route 51 past ISU Campus to Raab Road. Turn Left on Raab Rd. then an immediate right at the Mobile Station, the Best Western University Inn one block on the right. Central Illinois Regional Airport 6 miles, Chicago O'Hare International Airport 120 miles
Guarantee Policy
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Cancellation Policy
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Recreation Information
Corporate Locations:: * 3 mile(s) from Electronic North America * 3 mile(s) from Mitsubishi * 4 mile(s) from Growmark Inc. * 5 mile(s) from Country Insurance * 6 mile(s) from Shirk Products, makers of Beer Nuts * 6 mile(s) from State Farm, Insurance Company * 8 mile(s) from Nestle Beich Candies
Recreation:: * On premises Swimming * 1 mile(s) from World Class Golf * 2 mile(s) from White Oak Park Lake * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Lake * 6 mile(s) from Evergreen Lake, 700 acre lake * 15 mile(s) from Dawson Lake, camping * 15 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington, 635 acre lake * 25 mile(s) from Clinton Lake, a 4,900 acre lake
Nearby Cities:: * 3 mile(s) from Bloomington * 5 mile(s) from Towanda * 6 mile(s) from Hudson * 15 mile(s) from Lexington * 28 mile(s) from Morton * 35 mile(s) from Peoria * 50 mile(s) from Decatur * 59 mile(s) from Champaign * 70 mile(s) from Springfield * 120 mile(s) from Chicago
Education:: * 0.5 mile(s) from Lincoln College * 0.5 mile(s) from Heartland College * 1 mile(s) from Illinois State University * 3 mile(s) from Illinois Wesleyan University
Local Attractions:: * .5 mile(s) from Lincoln College * .5 mile(s) from Fairview Park and Water Slide, outdoor pool, slide, tennis courts and playground * .5 mile(s) from Heartland College * 1 mile(s) from world class golf * 1 mile(s) from Illinois State University * 1 mile(s) from Champion Fields/Maxwell Park * 2 mile(s) from Factory Outlet Stores * 2 mile(s) from Illinois State University Redbird Arena * 2 mile(s) from Normal Theater, a 1937 restored theater showing classic movies and art films * 2 mile(s) from Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, tours by appointment only for groups of 10 to 30 * 2 mile(s) from White Oak Park Lake, fishing from the shore, no boating * 2 mile(s) from Franklin Park, a National Historic site with historic scenic homes * 3 mile(s) from Illinois Wesleyan University * 3 mile(s) from The Sphoppes at College Hills * 3 mile(s) from Historic Route 66 * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Historical Museum * 3 mile(s) from Interstate Center * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Fairgrounds * 4 mile(s) from U.S. Cellular Coliseum / Pepsi Ice Center * 4 mile(s) from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor * 5 mile(s) from American Passion Play * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Lake, non-motorized boat rental only including paddle boats, canoes and rowboats * 5 mile(s) from Eastland Mall * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Zoo, the only zoo in Central Illinois, featuring Sumartran Tigers, visit the Tropical Rain Forrest * 5 mile(s) from McClean County Historical Society Museum * 5 mile(s) from McLean County Soldiers, and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 mile(s) from David Davis Mansion, built in 1872 with 20 rooms, 8 fireplaces, home of Supreme Court Judge David Davis * 6 mile(s) from Prairie Aviation Museum * 6 mile(s) from Evergreen Lake, 700 acre lake, camping 10 horsepower motor maximum, 2 boat launches and non-motor boat rentals * 10 mile(s) from Funks Grove, foliage viewing * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, 90 minute tour, Gem & Mineral Museum included * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, Civil War era mansion * 15 mile(s) from Dawson Lake, camping, fishing with a 10 horsepower limit most places * 15 mile(s) from Moraine View State Park * 15 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington, 635 acre lake, 40 horsepower maximum, bait and tackle, boat dock * 25 mile(s) from Clinton Lake, a 4,900 acre lake, no horsepower limit most places, camping and fishing * 30 mile(s)from Par-a-Dice Riverboat Casino
Local Attractions:: * .5 mile(s) from Fairview Water Park * .5 mile(s) from Lincoln College * 1 mile(s) from golf course * 1 mile(s) from Fairview Park and Water Slide, outdoor pool, slide, tennis courts and playground * 1 mile(s) from Illinois State University * 1 mile(s) from Heartland College * 1 mile(s) from Champion Fields/Maxwell Park * 2 mile(s) from Factory Outlet Stores * 2 mile(s) from Illinois State University Redbird Arena * 2 mile(s) from Normal Theater, a 1937 restored theater showing classic movies and art films * 2 mile(s) from Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, tours by appointment only for groups of 10 to 30 * 2 mile(s) from White Oak Park Lake, fishing from the shore, no boating * 2 mile(s) from Franklin Park, a National Historic site with historic scenic homes * 3 mile(s) from Illinois Wesleyan University * 3 mile(s) from College Hills Shopping Mall * 3 mile(s) from Historic Route 66 * 4 mile(s) from fishing * 4 mile(s) from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor * 4 mile(s) from McLean County Historical Museum * 5 mile(s) from American Passion Play * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Lake, non-motorized boat rental only including paddle boats, canoes and rowboats * 5 mile(s) from Eastland Mall * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Zoo, the only zoo in Central Illinois, featuring Sumartran Tigers, visit the Tropical Rain Forrest * 5 mile(s) from McClean County Historical Society Museum * 5 mile(s) from McLean County Soldiers, and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 mile(s) from David Davis Mansion, built in 1872 with 20 rooms, 8 fireplaces, home of Supreme Court Judge David Davis * 6 mile(s) from Prairie Aviation Museum * 6 mile(s) from McLean County Fairgrounds * 6 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, 90 minute tour, Gem & Mineral Museum included * 6 mile(s) from Evergreen Lake, 700 acre lake, camping 10 horsepower motor maximum, 2 boat launches and non-motor boat rentals * 7 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington * 10 mile(s) from Funks Grove, foliage viewing * 13 mile(s) from Gem and Mineral Museum * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, Civil War era mansion * 15 mile(s) from Dawson Lake, camping, fishing with a 10 horsepower limit most places * 15 mile(s) from Moraine View State Park * 15 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington, 635 acre lake, 40 horsepower maximum, bait and tackle, boat dock * 25 mile(s) from Clinton Lake, a 4,900 acre lake, no horsepower limit most places, camping and fishing * 30 mile(s)from Par-a-Dice Riverboat Casino
Local Attractions:: * .5 mile(s) from Lincoln College * .5 mile(s) from Fairview Park and Water Slide, outdoor pool, slide, tennis courts and playground * .5 mile(s) from Heartland College * 1 mile(s) from world class golf * 1 mile(s) from Illinois State University * 1 mile(s) from Champion Fields/Maxwell Park * 2 mile(s) from Factory Outlet Stores * 2 mile(s) from Illinois State University Redbird Arena * 2 mile(s) from Normal Theater, a 1937 restored theater showing classic movies and art films * 2 mile(s) from Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, tours by appointment only for groups of 10 to 30 * 2 mile(s) from White Oak Park Lake, fishing from the shore, no boating * 2 mile(s) from Franklin Park, a National Historic site with historic scenic homes * 3 mile(s) from Illinois Wesleyan University * 3 mile(s) from The Sphoppes at College Hills * 3 mile(s) from Historic Route 66 * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Historical Museum * 3 mile(s) from Interstate Center * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Fairgrounds * 4 mile(s) from U.S. Cellular Coliseum / Pepsi Ice Center * 4 mile(s) from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor * 5 mile(s) from American Passion Play * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Lake, non-motorized boat rental only including paddle boats, canoes and rowboats * 5 mile(s) from Eastland Mall * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Zoo, the only zoo in Central Illinois, featuring Sumartran Tigers, visit the Tropical Rain Forrest * 5 mile(s) from McClean County Historical Society Museum * 5 mile(s) from McLean County Soldiers, and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 mile(s) from David Davis Mansion, built in 1872 with 20 rooms, 8 fireplaces, home of Supreme Court Judge David Davis * 6 mile(s) from Prairie Aviation Museum * 6 mile(s) from Evergreen Lake, 700 acre lake, camping 10 horsepower motor maximum, 2 boat launches and non-motor boat rentals * 10 mile(s) from Funks Grove, foliage viewing * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, 90 minute tour, Gem & Mineral Museum included * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, Civil War era mansion * 15 mile(s) from Dawson Lake, camping, fishing with a 10 horsepower limit most places * 15 mile(s) from Moraine View State Park * 15 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington, 635 acre lake, 40 horsepower maximum, bait and tackle, boat dock * 25 mile(s) from Clinton Lake, a 4,900 acre lake, no horsepower limit most places, camping and fishing * 30 mile(s)from Par-a-Dice Riverboat Casino
Local Attractions:: * .5 mile(s) from Lincoln College * .5 mile(s) from Fairview Park and Water Slide, outdoor pool, slide, tennis courts and playground * .5 mile(s) from Heartland College * 1 mile(s) from world class golf * 1 mile(s) from Illinois State University * 1 mile(s) from Champion Fields/Maxwell Park * 2 mile(s) from Factory Outlet Stores * 2 mile(s) from Illinois State University Redbird Arena * 2 mile(s) from Normal Theater, a 1937 restored theater showing classic movies and art films * 2 mile(s) from Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, tours by appointment only for groups of 10 to 30 * 2 mile(s) from White Oak Park Lake, fishing from the shore, no boating * 2 mile(s) from Franklin Park, a National Historic site with historic scenic homes * 3 mile(s) from Illinois Wesleyan University * 3 mile(s) from The Sphoppes at College Hills * 3 mile(s) from Historic Route 66 * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Historical Museum * 3 mile(s) from Interstate Center * 3 mile(s) from McLean County Fairgrounds * 4 mile(s) from U.S. Cellular Coliseum / Pepsi Ice Center * 4 mile(s) from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor * 5 mile(s) from American Passion Play * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Lake, non-motorized boat rental only including paddle boats, canoes and rowboats * 5 mile(s) from Eastland Mall * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Zoo, the only zoo in Central Illinois, featuring Sumartran Tigers, visit the Tropical Rain Forrest * 5 mile(s) from McClean County Historical Society Museum * 5 mile(s) from McLean County Soldiers, and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 mile(s) from David Davis Mansion, built in 1872 with 20 rooms, 8 fireplaces, home of Supreme Court Judge David Davis * 6 mile(s) from Prairie Aviation Museum * 6 mile(s) from Evergreen Lake, 700 acre lake, camping 10 horsepower motor maximum, 2 boat launches and non-motor boat rentals * 10 mile(s) from Funks Grove, foliage viewing * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, 90 minute tour, Gem & Mineral Museum included * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, Civil War era mansion * 15 mile(s) from Dawson Lake, camping, fishing with a 10 horsepower limit most places * 15 mile(s) from Moraine View State Park * 15 mile(s) from Lake Bloomington, 635 acre lake, 40 horsepower maximum, bait and tackle, boat dock * 25 mile(s) from Clinton Lake, a 4,900 acre lake, no horsepower limit most places, camping and fishing * 30 mile(s)from Par-a-Dice Riverboat Casino
Calendar of Events:: March:* 5 miles from Spring Bloom Arts Festival June:* 5 miles from Glorious Garden Festival at Davis Manor * 6 miles from Twin City Festival, held at the McLean County Fairgrounds July:* 2 miles from Sugar Creek Arts Festival * 5 miles from Illinois Shakespeare Festival August:* 2 miles from Normal Corn Festival, held in downtown Normal * 5 miles from Cultural Festival & Gospel Festival, multi-ethnic festival with music, dance and cultural hertiage December:* 5 miles from Once Upon a Holiday, downtown building
Calendar of Events:: June:* 6 miles from Twin City Festival, held at the McLean County Fairgrounds July:* 2 miles from Sugar Creek Arts Festival * 5 miles from Illinois Shakespeare Festival August:* 2 miles from Normal Corn Festival, held in downtown Normal * 5 miles from Cultural Festival & Gospel Festival, multi-ethnic festival with music, dance and cultural hertiage * 6 miles from McLean County Fair
Calendar of Events:: March:* 5 miles from Spring Bloom Arts Festival June:* 5 miles from Glorious Garden Festival at Davis Manor * 6 miles from Twin City Festival, held at the McLean County Fairgrounds July:* 2 miles from Sugar Creek Arts Festival * 5 miles from Illinois Shakespeare Festival August:* 2 miles from Normal Corn Festival, held in downtown Normal * 5 miles from Cultural Festival & Gospel Festival, multi-ethnic festival with music, dance and cultural hertiage December:* 5 miles from Once Upon a Holiday, downtown building
Corporate Locations:: * 3 mile(s) from Eureka Vacuum Cleaners * 3 mile(s) from Mitsubishi * 3 mile(s) from Diamond Star Motors * 4 mile(s) from Growmark Inc. * 5 mile(s) from Country Insurance * 6 mile(s) from Nestle Beich Candies * 6 mile(s) from Shirk Products, makers of Beer Nuts * 10 mile(s) from State Farm, Insurance Company
Corporate Locations:: * 3 mile(s) from Eureka Vacuum Cleaners * 3 mile(s) from Mitsubishi * 3 mile(s) from Diamond Star Motors * 4 mile(s) from Growmark Inc. * 5 mile(s) from Country Insurance * 6 mile(s) from Nestle Beich Candies * 6 mile(s) from Shirk Products, makers of Beer Nuts * 10 mile(s) from State Farm, Insurance Company
Corporate Locations:: * 3 mile(s) from Electronic North America * 3 mile(s) from Mitsubishi * 3 mile(s) from Motors Production Facility * 4 mile(s) from Growmark Inc. * 5 mile(s) from Country Insurance * 6 mile(s) from Shirk Products, makers of Beer Nuts * 6 mile(s) from State Farm, Insurance Company * 8 mile(s) from Nestle Beich Candies
Corporate Locations:: * 3 mile(s) from Electronic North America * 3 mile(s) from Mitsubishi * 3 mile(s) from Motors Production Facility * 4 mile(s) from Growmark Inc. * 5 mile(s) from Country Insurance * 6 mile(s) from Shirk Products, makers of Beer Nuts * 6 mile(s) from State Farm, Insurance Company * 8 mile(s) from Nestle Beich Candies
Nearby Cities:: * 3 mile(s) from Bloomington * 40 mile(s) from Peoria * 49 mile(s) from Decatur
Nearby Cities:: * 3 mile(s) from Bloomington * 40 mile(s) from Peoria * 49 mile(s) from Decatur
Nearby Cities:: * 3 mile(s) from Bloomington * 30 mile(s) from Morton * 40 mile(s) from Peoria * 49 mile(s) from Decatur * 59 mile(s) from Champaign
Transportation:: * Free local shuttle from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * .3 mile(s) from Bloomington-Normal Transit bus stop * .3 mile(s) from Amtrak train station * 6 mile(s) from Avis Car Rental * 6 mile(s) from Bloomington-Normal Airport * 6 mile(s) from Central Illinois Regional Airport * 120 mile(s) from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Nearby Cities:: * 3 mile(s) from Bloomington * 30 mile(s) from Morton * 40 mile(s) from Peoria * 49 mile(s) from Decatur * 59 mile(s) from Champaign
Transportation:: * Free local shuttle from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * .3 mile(s) from Bloomington-Normal Public Transit bus stop * 2 mile(s) from Amtrak train station * 6 mile(s) from Avis Car Rental * 6 mile(s) from Central Illinois Regional Airport * 120 mile(s) from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Transportation:: * Free local shuttle from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. * .3 mile(s) from Bloomington-Normal Public Transit bus stop * 2 mile(s) from Amtrak train station * 6 mile(s) from Avis Car Rental * 6 mile(s) from Central Illinois Regional Airport * 120 mile(s) from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Local Attractions:: * 0.5 mile(s) from Fairview Park and Water * 1 mile(s) from Champion Fields/Maxwell * 2 mile(s) from Normal Theater, a 1937 restored theater showing classic movies and art films * 2 mile(s) from Eyestone One Room Schoolhouse, tours by appointment only for groups of 10 to 30 * 2 mile(s) from Franklin Park, National Historic site with victorian homes * 3 mile(s) from Historic Route 66 * 3.5 mile(s) from McLean County Historical, Museum inside the original Bloomington Courthouse * 3.5 mile(s) from Interstate Center * 4 mile(s) from U.S. Cellular Coliseum, Home to a variety of concerts and sporting events * 4 mile(s) from Pepsi Ice Center, Ice Skating * 4 mile(s) from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor and Gardens * 5 mile(s) from Miller Park Zoo * 5 mile(s) from McLean County Soldiers, and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 mile(s) from David Davis Mansion, built in 1872 with 20 rooms, 8 fireplaces, home of Supreme Court Judge David Davis * 6 mile(s) from Prairie Aviation Museum * 10 mile(s) from Funks Grove, prairie hiking and local maple syrup producer * 10 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, 90 minute tour, Gem & Mineral Museum included * 13 mile(s) from Funk Prairie Home, Civil War era mansion * 15 mile(s) from Moraine View State Park * 30 mile(s) from Par-a-Dice Riverboat, Casino
Local Attractions:: * ½ mile from Fairview Water Park * ½ mile from Lincoln College * 1 mile from Illinois State University, Golf * 1 mile from Heartland College * 1 mile from Champion Fields/Maxwell Park * 2 miles from Factory Outlet Stores * 3 miles from Illinois Wesleyan University * 3 miles from College Hills Shopping Mall and Route 66 * 3 miles from Mitsubishi * 3 miles from Eureka * 4 miles from Ewing Museum of Nations, Ewing Manor * 5 miles from American Passion Play * 5 miles from Miller Park Lake and Zoo, Eastland Mall * 5 miles from McClean County Historical Society Museum * 5 miles from McLean County Soldiers and Sailors Civil War and Korean/Vietnam War Memorial * 5 miles from David Davis Mansion * 5 miles from Illinois Shakespeare Festival * 5 miles from Country Insurance * 6 miles from Prairie Aviation Museum * 7 miles from Lake Bloomington * 10 miles from State Farm Insurance * 13 miles from Gem and Mineral Museum * 15 miles from Moraine View State Park
Shopping:: * 2 mile(s) from Factory Outlet Stores * 3 mile(s) from The Shoppers at College Hills * 5 mile(s) from Eastland Mall
Transportation:: * 2 mile(s) from Normal * 2.5 mile(s) from Amtrak and Mega Bus Stop, Call hotel for Shuttle Service during available times or taxi fare is approx $7.00 * 2.5 mile(s) from Amtrak train station, Call hotel for Shuttle Service during available times or taxi fare is approx $7.00 * 6 mile(s) from Central Illinois Regional * 90 mile(s) from Chicago Midway Airport * 130 mile(s) from Chicago O'Hare International * Free local shuttle from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Transportation:: * 3 blocks from Bloomington-Normal Transit bus stop * 3 miles from Amtrak train station * 6 miles from Central Illinois Regional Airport * 120 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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