Springfield
Last year Crowne Plaza Springfield, which offers more than 70,000 square feet of meeting space, completed a guest room renovation.
Renovations in 2017 at the President Abraham Lincoln Springfield, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, will include updated guest rooms, a new restaurant/bar area and a name-brand coffee bar and grab-and-go meals section.
Bloomington-Normal
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Bloomington Airport completed a renovation of its 126 guest rooms and conference center in August 2016. The property, which offers 5,000 square feet of meeting space, is located directly across from the Central Illinois Regional Airport and is connected to Baxter’s American Grille.
A 158-room Radisson Hotel is on track to open in Normal later this year with a 12,000-square-foot conference center.
Peoria
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie, which offers more than 6,000 square feet of banquet space, opened in August 2016 minutes away from Peoria International Airport.
Champaign County
State Farm Center completed a multimillion-dollar renovation in fall 2016. The project included upgraded air conditioning, premium seating, improved restrooms and concessions, and a Fighting Illini Hall of Fame. The venue also has private spaces that include the Traditions Club and Legacy Club.