Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Normal, Illinois and its sister city Bloomington contain two universities and two colleges. Illinois State University has over 20,000 students; Illinois Wesleyan University and Lincoln College are smaller, private schools. The Bloomington-Normal area is home to many museums, theaters and historic sites. Normal's art deco movie theater, built in 1937, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors to Normal will find a variety accommodations surrounding Illinois State's campus.
The Bloomington-Normal Marriott is the only AAA four-diamond rated hotel in central Illinois. The entirely non-smoking hotel has an indoor pool and whirlpool and a fitness center. The hotel has a business center and 18 meeting rooms. All rooms come with wireless Internet access. Jesse's Grill serves American cuisine and features an all-you-can-eat pasta buffet on Wednesdays. The hotel also has a café that serves Starbucks coffee. The Marriott is conveniently located two miles from the campus of Illinois State University.
Hampton Inn is located next to the College Hills Mall. The hotel features an on-site business center, a fitness room and a pool. All rooms come with 32-inch LCD televisions, free high-speed Internet connection, a microwave and mini refrigerator. Guests receive a free continental breakfast. Local dining options include Destihl Restaurant and Brew works, Mandarin Garden House and Steak 'n Shake. The hotel provides free parking and is entirely smoke-free.
Comfort Suites offers moderately priced guest rooms and suites. The hotel has an indoor heated pool and whirlpool and a business center. All rooms come with satellite television, high-speed Internet access, a microwave and refrigerator. The hotel is completely non-smoking. Pets are allowed. Comfort Suites is a half mile from College Hills Mall. A Walmart Supercenter sits adjacent to the hotel. A Panera Bread and Fazoli's Italian Restaurant are within walking distance.
Super 8 Normal Bloomington offers budget accommodations approximately one mile from Illinois State University's campus. All guests receive a free continental breakfast with the room price. All rooms have cable television and free high-speed Internet connection. The hotel offers free parking and can accommodate large vehicles. Pets are allowed for a small fee. Three restaurants are located across from the hotel -- Denny's, China Star and Steak 'n Shake.