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A hotel reception area with a modern design, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a red sofa, a small table with a lamp, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a large window.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and sofa.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a covered chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington Normal

3.1 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Candice

₩167,195

₩190,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A room with a large window, a grey armchair with a striped pillow, and a floor lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and walls. There are chairs and a table with a view outside.

2. Courtyard Bloomington Normal

2.8 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Filomena

₩151,172

₩172,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a large arched window.

A modern kitchenette with a built-in stove, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A large, historic hotel with a prominent tower and arched windows, featuring a well-lit entrance and a landscaped courtyard.

A framed sign with the name "Lidlo Lounge" illuminated by a circular light.

3. Chateau Hotel and Conference Center

2.7 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Douglas

₩121,982

₩136,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, chairs, and potted plants.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, a television, framed pictures, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a bed.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomington - Normal

2.4 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Bruce

₩131,129

₩149,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a large map mural on the wall.

A breakfast area with a bakery section, hot food, cereal, and fruit display.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, blue walls, and modern furniture.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington - Normal by IHG

2.9 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Hannah

₩116,107

₩132,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a bookshelf labeled 'Marketplace'.

A fitness center with treadmills, dumbbells, and a safety rules sign on the wall.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a brick facade.

6. Comfort Suites Normal University area

2.9 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Jose Ruben

₩103,814

₩118,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A reception area with a reception desk, a chandelier, a framed welcome sign, and seating with a clock on the wall.

A motel with a covered parking area, a brick facade, and a large sign.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a dresser, and a red chair.

A bathroom with a black granite sink, a mirror, and a ceiling light.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Normal Bloomington

2.9 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Edyta

₩87,081

₩99,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a reception desk, and modern seating arrangements.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered parking area and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with blue chairs and a brick wall.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a mural of a farm scene, and a brick wall.

8. Clarion Pointe Bloomington – Normal near I-55 and University

3 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Jeremy

₩83,830

₩95,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A long, narrow hallway with white walls and wooden flooring.

A motel with a blue and white facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a parking lot.

A modern reception area with a white counter, dark cabinets, and a blue rug.

A laundry room with two white washing machines, a bench, and a fluorescent light fixture.

9. Motel 6 Normal, IL - Bloomington Area

2.6 km from Children's Discovery Museum

John-Patrick

₩64,699

₩73,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a white bathtub, a sink, and a toilet. It includes grab bars and a shower area.

A reception area with a marble counter, two armchairs, a framed welcome sign, and a 'Come Stay with Us' sign.

A front view of a white, wall-mounted washer and dryer unit with a control panel and a small window on the top.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington/Normal

2.7 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Elroy

₩71,962

₩80,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a fireplace, and ornate wall decorations in a spacious room with a large rug.

A covered patio with a brick archway, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A garden pathway with various plants and trees, leading to a building with large windows.

A historic brick building with arched entryways and a prominent front porch.

11. Vrooman Mansion B&B

3.7 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Sally

₩323,305

₩362,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a building with large windows and a stone wall.

A bar area with a flat-screen TV, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

12. Residence Inn Bloomington

5.8 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Michael

₩268,954

₩301,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There is a wooden shelf with decorative items and a clock on the wall.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington-Normal Airport, IL

4.7 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Jill

₩114,299

₩127,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a hallway leading to another room.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a dining area.

A building with a sign reading "Barrel House" and a covered entrance area.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington

5.7 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Patricia

₩187,148

₩209,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view into the dining area.

A reception area with a stone wall, framed artwork, and a modern light fixture.

A warmly lit indoor space with a Christmas sign, a Christmas tree, and a television in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Ctr, Trademark by Wyndham

4 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Beverly

₩167,195

₩187,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining table.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, two beds with red and white bedding, a TV, and a mirror on the wall.

A hotel room with a patterned sofa, two floor lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table.

A hotel breakfast buffet with various food items, a coffee station, and a refrigerator.

16. Comfort Suites Bloomington I-55 and I-74

4.9 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Mitchell

₩126,216

₩141,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A room with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, a large bathtub, and two framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, a door leading to another room, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel kitchen with a central island, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

17. Parke Regency Hotel & Conf Ctr

6.8 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Patricia

₩146,218

₩166,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern restaurant with a central bar, seating areas, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, and patterned curtains.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a TV on the wall.

18. Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel

3.3 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Gabriela

₩103,281

₩115,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a round wooden table, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.

A hotel pool area with a small pool, lounge chairs, and a table.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bloomington

5 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Brenden

₩146,218

₩163,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a television screen displaying sports.

A hotel corridor with seating areas, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a podium, and an exit sign.

A narrow hallway with a kitchen area on one side, a dining area in the middle, and a bedroom at the end.

20. Holiday Inn Bloomington-Airport by IHG

6.5 km from Children's Discovery Museum

Shamika

₩116,107

₩130,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Discovery Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington Normal	9.4 Exceptional 325 reviews	View
Courtyard Bloomington Normal	8.6 Excellent 472 reviews	View
Chateau Hotel and Conference Center	8.4 Very good 3,394 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomington - Normal	8.6 Excellent 1,014 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington - Normal by IHG	8.6 Excellent 796 reviews	View

Top Children's Discovery Museum Hotel Reviews

Chateau Hotel and Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Stop asking auestions"

Clarion Pointe Bloomington – Normal near I-55 and University

8/10 Good

"Overall had a good exercise. Staff were friendly and helpful. No disturbances."

Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

8/10 Good

"Clean and modern, in the heart of Normal, needs a happy hour for guests since they dont offer free Bfast. Rooms, halls clean. Front deak people need to be replaced"

Comfort Suites Normal University area

8/10 Good

"The hotel is slightly run down and the room was stuffy before the air was turned on. But the beds were very comfortable and plenty of hot water."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington - Normal by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great stay, no issues!"

Motel 6 Normal, IL - Bloomington Area

10/10 Excellent

"No comment"

Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington/Normal

10/10 Excellent

"Close to the school as well as the shopping area's."

Courtyard Bloomington Normal

8/10 Good

"I love how accommodating they were but the pool was closed by the health department"

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG

8/10 Good

"Pricing were inflate for ISU parents weekend. Not worth cost."

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Illinois State University

9.2/10 (513 reviews)

Explore the campus of Illinois State University, during your trip to Normal. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

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Normal Theater

You can find out about the history of Normal with a stop at Normal Theater. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Redbird Arena

8.8/10 (207 reviews)

Catch an event at Redbird Arena during your trip to Normal. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

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Illinois Wesleyan University

8.6/10 (218 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Illinois Wesleyan University, during your travels in Bloomington. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

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The Shoppes at College Hills

8.6/10 (114 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Shoppes at College Hills during your stay in Normal. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (36 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Bloomington.

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McLean County Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to McLean County Arts Center during your stay in Bloomington.

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David Davis Mansion

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at David Davis Mansion in Bloomington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Discovery Museum?

Children's Discovery Museum is located in an area of Normal known for its bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Children's Discovery Museum?

Adjacent to Children's Discovery Museum, Hyatt Place Bloomington/Normal is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice is Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, located just 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Children's Discovery Museum?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Discovery Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Discovery Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Children's Discovery Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Children's Discovery Museum?

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What can I see and do near Children's Discovery Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at McLean County Museum of History and Prairie Aviation Museum. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Shepard Park Dog Park and Tri Lakes Park. Be sure to get some family photos at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, McLean County Arts Center, and Miller Park Zoo while you're out sightseeing near Children's Discovery Museum.

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1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington Normal

2. Courtyard Bloomington Normal

3. Chateau Hotel and Conference Center

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Bloomington - Normal

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington - Normal by IHG

6. Comfort Suites Normal University area

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Normal Bloomington

8. Clarion Pointe Bloomington – Normal near I-55 and University

9. Motel 6 Normal, IL - Bloomington Area

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington/Normal

11. Vrooman Mansion B&B

12. Residence Inn Bloomington

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington-Normal Airport, IL

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington

15. Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Ctr, Trademark by Wyndham

16. Comfort Suites Bloomington I-55 and I-74

17. Parke Regency Hotel & Conf Ctr

18. Best Western Plus Bloomington East Hotel

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bloomington

20. Holiday Inn Bloomington-Airport by IHG

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Top Children's Discovery Museum Hotel Reviews

Chateau Hotel and Conference Center

Clarion Pointe Bloomington – Normal near I-55 and University

Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

Comfort Suites Normal University area

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington - Normal by IHG

Motel 6 Normal, IL - Bloomington Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington/Normal

Courtyard Bloomington Normal

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG

Other attractions near Children's Discovery Museum

Illinois State University

Normal Theater

Redbird Arena

Illinois Wesleyan University

The Shoppes at College Hills

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

McLean County Arts Center

David Davis Mansion

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