anything but average ...welcome to the Hampton Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie In the days of touring Vaudeville-style acts; a tongue-in-cheek question was coined as a gauge of an act's popularity and accessibility to mainstream Americans. That question: "Will it play in Peoria?" has now become a metaphor for Hollywood movie makers; political office seekers and others who seek approval from Middle America. Peoria may represent average America to some; but they've never been here! Visit the Hampton Inn & Suites® Peoria at Grand Prairie and discover what makes this city unique.Get an early start and celebrate an entire day on Peoria's downtown riverfront. Dine in world-class bistros; enjoy a variety of exhibits at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria and tour the oldest private home in town; the historic John C. Flanagan House. Riverboat cruises aboard the authentic riverboat Spirit of Peoria offer a unique view of the cityscape from the Illinois River. Politicos; discov