16 hotels near Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center, 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA

Choice Hotels near Northern Illinois University offer budget-friendly options. NIU was founded as the Northern Illinois State Normal School in 1895 by Illinois Governor John P. Altgeld as part of the state’s system for producing college-educated teachers. The inaugural class included 146 women and 27 men. In 1955, the school broadened its educational services by offering academic work in areas other than teacher education, and its name was changed to Northern Illinois State College. In 1957, the 70th General Assembly renamed the school Northern Illinois University in recognition of its expanded status as a liberal arts university. NIU’s campus is located on 756 acres in DeKalb, and it has 64 major buildings. One of the most prominent buildings on campus is the iconic, castle-like Altgeld Hall. It is one of five castle-themed buildings that were constructed on the campus at the suggestion of Governor Altgeld. The auditorium in Altgeld Hall was designed to also function as a ballroom, and it has been restored and can seat up to 500 people. There are seven degree-granting colleges that together offer more than 60 undergraduate majors at Northern Illinois University. Hotels nearby allow you to unwind after touring the campus. If you’re looking for NIU hotels in DeKalb, Illinois, look no further than Choice Hotels. While planning your itinerary for visiting Northern Illinois University, choose Choice Hotels near NIU as your place to stay for the night. Our premium accommodations, friendly service and affordable rates will make you glad that you did! Reserve your room today at an NIU hotel in DeKalb, Illinois!