What's it like in Downtown Lexington?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Lexington's Downtown Lexington neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena as part of your Downtown Lexington travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Lexington?

Based on our traveller data, 21c Museum Hotel Lexington is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Lexington. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from University of Kentucky, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hyatt Regency Lexington and Hilton Lexington/Downtown .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Lexington area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Lexington, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 119 Downtown Lexington hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Lexington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Downtown Lexington.

What is there to do around this Lexington neighbourhood?

Lexington Opera House, Mary Todd Lincoln House and Latrobe's Pope Villa are some local landmarks to explore in Downtown Lexington. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Rupp Arena and Lexington Memorial Coliseum are some other places worth a visit. Lexington History Center, Lexington Public Library and Downtown Arts Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Lexington. When you're sightseeing in Lexington, Lexington Ballet Company and Red Barn Radio are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Downtown Lexington hotels

1. Hyatt Regency Lexington

Downtown Lexington

Linda

HK$910 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

2. Hilton Lexington/Downtown

Downtown Lexington

Marilynn

HK$1,112 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

3. Lexington Marriott City Center

Downtown Lexington

Corey

HK$1,666 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Lexington City Center

Downtown Lexington

Barry

HK$1,666 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

5. The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Lexington

Brian

HK$1,411 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

6. 21c Museum Hotel Lexington

Downtown Lexington

jason

HK$1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

7. The Manchester

Distillery District, 1.3 km from Downtown Lexington

Todd

HK$1,605 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. Tru by Hilton University Medical Center

South Broadway Park, 2.6 km from Downtown Lexington

Matthew

HK$888 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lexington Near the University of Kentucky

1.6 km from Downtown Lexington

Angela

HK$1,332 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

South Broadway Park, 1.8 km from Downtown Lexington

Dan

HK$911 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

5.3 km from Downtown Lexington

Dillon

HK$963 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

12. Staybridge Suites Lexington by IHG

3.5 km from Downtown Lexington

Cara

HK$1,002 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lexington Hamburg

8.2 km from Downtown Lexington

Mike

HK$1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

14. The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

2.7 km from Downtown Lexington

Colleen

HK$1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

15. Elwood Hotel & Suites

2.5 km from Downtown Lexington

Nathan

HK$921 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

16. Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

South Broadway Park, 2.6 km from Downtown Lexington

Sam

HK$947 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

17. Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

8.2 km from Downtown Lexington

Beverley

HK$1,172 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lexington Keeneland/Airport

Beaumont Residential, 6.1 km from Downtown Lexington

Toni

HK$892 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

19. Hampton Inn Lexington Medical Center

4.2 km from Downtown Lexington

Bill

HK$1,081 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Indoor pool, open 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

20. Holiday Inn Express Lexington - Horse Park Area by IHG

6.3 km from Downtown Lexington

Jean

HK$911 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Lexington

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 898 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Lexington City Center	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 310 reviews	View
21c Museum Hotel Lexington	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Lexington	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,013 reviews	View
Hilton Lexington/Downtown	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Lexington

Find the best Downtown Lexington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Northside District

While visiting Northside District, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and West Sixth Brewing.

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Liberty Area

If you're spending some time in Liberty Area, Hamburg Place and Hamburg Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

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Historic South Hill

While Historic South Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Rupp Arena.

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Picadome

While there might not be top attractions in Picadome, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack.

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Beaumont Residential

While Beaumont Residential isn't home to many top sights, Kentucky Aviation Museum and Keeneland Racing Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Lexington Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

10/10 Excellent

"The construction did make things a little chaotic, but the rooms were very clean and the staff was very nice"

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington

8/10 Good

"Great hotel. Great location. Nice pool. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel was clean. The only issue I have is that there is a $15 per night parking fee which I wasn't made aware of until I checked in. There really is no reason to charge $15 and night for parking. It's not like somebody is checking the cars to see if they belong there or not. There were plenty of spots."

The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"They seem very short staffed. The tavern was super busy. I tried to eat dinner and finally just went back to my room as I didn’t get waited on but lunch was very good. The rooms are very nicely decorated and roomy but I noticed that the bath tub plug was broken so I couldn’t have a bath and there is no refrigerator in the room nor ice machines so you have to ask for ice from the restaurant. The room smelt very musty."

Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel was nice and in a good location. One of the reasons we picked this hotel though was for the bar. Online it says the bar is open until 11pm on friday and Saturday. We got to the bar at 9:30 on Friday night and the bar was completely closed. We asked the staff if it was still open and they said not only do they close at 10pm but they decided to close at 9:00pm because there weren’t any customers at the bar. I told the lady it says they close at 11 online and she said it’s 10. So whatever time they close, just be prepared for them to close even earlier. "

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Our top choices for Downtown Lexington hotels

1. Hyatt Regency Lexington

2. Hilton Lexington/Downtown

3. Lexington Marriott City Center

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Lexington City Center

5. The Sire Hotel Lexington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. 21c Museum Hotel Lexington

7. The Manchester

8. Tru by Hilton University Medical Center

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lexington Near the University of Kentucky

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

12. Staybridge Suites Lexington by IHG

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lexington Hamburg

14. The Campbell House Lexington, Curio Collection by Hilton

15. Elwood Hotel & Suites

16. Candlewood Suites Lexington Medical District by IHG

17. Origin Lexington a Wyndham Hotel

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lexington Keeneland/Airport

19. Hampton Inn Lexington Medical Center

20. Holiday Inn Express Lexington - Horse Park Area by IHG

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Where to stay in Downtown Lexington

Northside District

Liberty Area

Historic South Hill

Picadome

Beaumont Residential

Top Downtown Lexington Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

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