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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University

1000 Export Street , Lexington, Kentucky 40504

4.5/5 1621 Reviews
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EXPRESS Start™ Breakfast
The real breakfast of champions? The kind that's complimentary and waiting for you every morning. We've got our free Express Start Breakfast with Grab 'n' Go options to help kick start your day.
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EXPRESS ESSENTIALS
We’re big on the little things. Like Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, and all the in-room conveniences that make you feel right at home, even when you’re away.
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EXPRESS RECHARGE
Power up while you power down. Bedside outlets, a plush duvet, your pick of pillows, and a quiet place to settle in means you’ll get some solid shut-eye.

Explore Our Hotel

Welcome to our newly renovated Downtown Lexington, KY Hotel at the University of KY

If you're looking for hotels in Lexington, KY that offer excellent amenities and a convenient location, then choose the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Lexington - Downtown / University of Kentucky. The hotel is close to the UK campus, local hospitals and Lexington Bluegrass Airport (LEX) is just five miles away.

Business guests appreciate that our downtown hotel's location in Lexington, KY is close to IBM, PNC Bank, Fifth Third Bank, Ashland and UPS. Central Baptist Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital and UK - Good Samaritan Hospital also call Lexington, KY home.

Our hotel's guests love being just two blocks from the University of Kentucky, home of the Wildcats. The Lexington Center, home of Rupp Arena and the Convention Center is nearby, as well. Guests can spend the day touring Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate, or enjoy an afternoon exploring the beautiful Victorian Square. World-class Thoroughbred racing and picturesque horse farms are can't-miss attractions for visitors to the Lexington area.

When you're searching for downtown Lexington, KY hotels, remember that you can enjoy the complimentary, hot Express Start Breakfast Bar each morning. Take advantage of the free wireless Internet access, or relax by using the indoor pool and whirlpool. A Fitness Center and Business Center add even more convenience to your stay. We look forward to serving you!

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Guest Rooms
Guest Rooms
Your stay in downtown Lexington can be as comfortable as it is convenient when you select one of our hotel's spacious rooms. Guests appreciate having one comfortable king or two queen beds with upgraded bedding, free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access and the 32-inch flat screen TV.
Room Features

Sleep

  • Black-out Shades
  • Rollaway Bed/Cot Available
  • Crib Available
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Separate Hanging Closet
  • In-Room Heating and A/C Controls

Bathroom/Personal Care

  • Private Bathroom
  • Bathroom Amenities Available
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathtub

In-Room Features

  • Coffee Maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Work Desk with Lamp
  • Desk-level Electrical Outlet
  • Cable/Satellite
  • Premium Channels
  • Stereo/Radio
  • Direct-dial Phone
  • Two-line Phone
  • Phone with Voicemail
  • 120DC
  • Complimentary Morning Newspaper
  • Windows Open by Guest

Added Value

  • Connecting Rooms Available
  • Complimentary Coffee/Tea Supplies
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Eat & Drink
  • Full Breakfast Included
  • Breakfast Buffet Included
  • Continental Breakfast Included
  • Off-site Restaurant Delivery Available
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Business Services

  • 1 Meeting Room(s) Available
  • Printer
  • Copier

Internet Access

  • Free High-Speed Internet in all Rooms
  • Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® Rewards Club members
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Entertainment & Recreation

  • Indoor Pool
  • Indoor Pool Hours of Operation: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Health & Fitness

Complimentary Fitness Center

The hotel has two treadmills, one elliptical machine, free weights, exercise balls and resistance bands. New equipment in 2016.

Fitness Center Type: LIMITED

Fitness Center Equipment:

  • Treadmill
  • Elliptical Machines
  • Free Weights

Last Renovation of Fitness Center Equipment: 2016

Housekeeping & Laundry

  • Daily Housekeeping
  • On-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities
  • Hours of Operation: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Added Value

  • Wake Up Calls
  • Storage Space Available
  • Ice Machine

Hotel Details

1000 Export Street

Lexington, Kentucky 40504

United States

1-859-3896800

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Check In: 3:00 PM

Check Out: 11:00 AM

Check-in Age: 21

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    • Complimentary Self Parking Available
    • Lot outside the hotel, free parking for all hotel guests.

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      Accessible Hotel Areas

    • Public Entrance
    • Guest Rooms
    • Elevators
    • Public Restrooms
    • Registration Desk
    • Business Center
    • Number of Accessible Meeting Rooms: 1

      Hotel Areas with Accessible Routes from Accessible Public Entrance

    • Registration Area
    • Accessible Guest Rooms
    • Business Center
    • Meeting Room
    • Exercise Facility
    • Pool

      Provided by Hotel

    • Accessible Self Parking
    • Van Accessible Self Parking
    • Ramp Access
    • Closed Caption TVs
    • Telephone with TDD
    • Visual Alarm/Alert in Guest Rooms
    • Visual Alarm/Alert in Public Spaces

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    • Service Animals Allowed
    • We apologize but we do not accept pets at this hotel. Service animals are allowed.

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    • Smoke-Free Facility
    • Number of Floors: 4
    • Total Number of Rooms: 96
    • Number of Suites: 24
    • Number of Non-Smoking Rooms: 72
    • Number of Accessible Rooms: 5
    • Connecting Rooms Available
    • Public Spaces Renovated in: 2016
    • Guest Rooms Renovated in: 2016

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    Languages Spoken by Staff

    • Spanish

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    • American Express
    • Visa
    • MasterCard
    • Diners Club
    • Carte Blanche
    • JCB
    • Discover

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    Join us for your Trip to Keeneland

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    Our Highlights
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    Can You Smell The Steak?
    Concerts are our Jam!
    Cheer on the Wilcats!
    The Place To Meet
    Come Race With Us!
    Can You Smell The Steak?
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    Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse is THE steakhouse we recommend when at our the hotel. It proudly serves and is recognized by it's nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime Steaks, Seafood & Sushi, Impeccable Service and Live Entertainment. Contact the restaurant for reservations.
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    Concerts are our Jam!
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    Located only minutes from Rupp Arena, we are one of the closest hotels to stay at if you want to take in the music for a night.
    Cheer on the Wilcats!
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    As one of the closest hotels to the University of Kentucky & UK Medical Center, you couldn't have picked a better place to stay than us!
    The Place To Meet
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    With over 500 sq ft of meeting space, let our hotel host your next corporate meeting, family reunion or bridal shower.
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    Come Race With Us!
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    Located in the heart of Bluegrass Country, the legendary Keeneland Racecourse offers Thoroughbred and simulcast racing. Take a tour the exquisite grounds or watch the morning workouts. Keeneland is about five miles from our downtown Lexington hotel.
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    All of our hotels use the IHG Green Engage system, an innovative online environmental sustainability system that gives our hotels the means to measure and manage their impact on the environment. It’s our way of making sure we’re protecting our surroundings for our guests today, and tomorrow.

    FAQs for Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University

    • Complimentary parking is available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University for hotel guests.

    • Yes, when you book your stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University direct with IHG, choose one of our flexible rates which include the flexibility to change or cancel your reservation at no charge. For full details, refer to our Travel Advisory details.

    • Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University has an indoor pool.

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University is from 3:00 PM, and check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contact the hotel directly for options available for early check-in or late check-out.

    • Yes, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University offers free WiFi!

    • No, there is no on site restaurant at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University.

    • Yes, there is an onsite fitness center at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University.

    • Rates for accommodations at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University vary by season. For your rate options, please input your dates.

    • The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University has 96 guest rooms. Enter your dates to view available rooms for your stay.

    • No, pets are not allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington-Downtown/University.

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