Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG

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1780 Sharkey Way, Lexington, KY 40511 United States
Near McConnell Springs Park
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland has a variety of amenities including a gym, pool, restaurant, spa, and free WiFi.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Fitness facilities
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5.0
21-Apr-2026
"Great hotel…would stay there again"

Hotel staff was very welcoming; great location with places to eat within walking distance…very clean…enjoyed the included breakfast…would definitely recommend!

(Group coordinator, booked 3 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 12 to Mon Apr 13 2026 at a $107.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
04-Mar-2026
"Clean and comfortable"

Beds were comfortable and everything was clean.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 03 to Wed Mar 04 2026 at a $161.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
18-Nov-2025
"Nice place to stay"

Clean and friendly staff.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Nov 17 to Tue Nov 18 2025 at a $110.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
17-Oct-2025
"Great"

Nice rooms, great breakfast and comfortable beds.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 11 to Tue Oct 14 2025 at a $164.66 average nightly rate.
5.0
06-Oct-2025
"Wonderful Hotel Experience"

Wonderful experience all around.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 02 to Mon Oct 06 2025 at a $153.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
31-Aug-2025
"The room was beautiful and staff were very friendly."

Great

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 28 to Sat Aug 30 2025 at a $135.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2019

Floors: 3

Rooms: 78

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 78

Handicap Rooms: 6

Suites: 16

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 5

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 16.07%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual reservations need to be canceled by 6PM/48 hours prior to day of arrival. Group room block reservation needs to be canceled in written by contract cut-off date.

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour health club
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Banquet hall
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Business center
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 1600
  • Conference space size (meters) - 144
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free self parking
  • Free wired internet
  • Internet access - wireless
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Off-street parking
  • Pets not allowed
  • Picnic area
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Smoke-free property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

We are an IHG Green Engage Hotel. We use the IHG Green Engage system which is an online tool that gives us the ability to measure our environmental impact on a daily basis. Specifically, it allows us to track how much energy, carbon and water we are using and how well we are managing waste. Also, the system allows us to select various programs that are designed to help us use fewer resources, improve our carbon footprint and reduce our water usage.

Our complimentary hot breakfast buffet has a delicious variety of items to get your day off to a good start. The selection includes bacon or sausage (pork & turkey), hard boiled and scrambled eggs or omelettes, sausage gravy and biscuits, hot and cold cereals, muffins, bagels, toast, bananas, apples and pancakes! Our beverages include coffee, tea, milk, apple and orange juice.

We have ample, free parking in our parking lot.

We have free WiFi/Internet throughout the hotel.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Wild Eggs at 3735 Palomar Centre Dr, Lexington - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a creative twist, approximately 4.5 miles from your hotel.
Lunch Ramsey's Diner at 496 E High St, Lexington - A local favorite offering classic American diner fare, around 3.7 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Tony's of Lexington at 401 W Main St, Lexington - Savor upscale steakhouse dishes in a sophisticated setting, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Activity Kentucky Horse Park at 4089 Iron Works Pkwy, Lexington - Explore this working horse farm and educational theme park, about 9.6 miles away.

Day 2

Breakfast Doodle's at 262 N Limestone, Lexington - Indulge in locally-sourced comfort food for breakfast, located about 2.5 miles from your hotel.
Lunch Saul Good Restaurant & Pub at 3801 Mall Rd #120, Lexington - Offers a diverse menu with something for everyone, approximately 5.1 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Middle Fork Kitchen Bar at 1224 Manchester St, Lexington - Experience innovative New American cuisine in an industrial-chic space, about 3.3 miles away.
Activity The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky at 500 Alumni Dr, Lexington - Enjoy the beauty of nature and themed gardens, just 3.2 miles away.

Day 3

Breakfast Josie's at 821 Chevy Chase Pl, Lexington - Cozy spot for a Southern-style breakfast, around 3.9 miles from your hotel.
Lunch County Club at 555 Jefferson St, Lexington - Enjoy house-smoked meats and locally sourced ingredients, situated roughly 2.9 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Coles 735 Main at 735 E Main St, Lexington - Offers a fine dining experience with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients, just 2.7 miles away.
Activity Lexington Cemetery at 833 W Main St, Lexington - Take a peaceful walk through this historic and scenic cemetery, about 2.3 miles away.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG have?

There are 78 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Our complimentary hot breakfast buffet has a delicious variety of items to get your day off to a good start. The selection includes bacon or sausage (pork & turkey), hard boiled and scrambled eggs or omelettes, sausage gravy and biscuits, hot and cold cereals, muffins, bagels, toast, bananas, apples and pancakes! Our beverages include coffee, tea, milk, apple and orange juice.

What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

We have ample, free parking in our parking lot.

How much does internet cost?

We have free WiFi/Internet throughout the hotel.

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our indoor, heated pool is open from 10 AM-10 PM and built with a handicap accessible lift. It goes from 3 ft. to 5 ft. in depth and measures 31 ft. 5 in. X 15 ft. 10 in.

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Just 6 short miles to the Bluegrass Airport, if you need a ride we offer a Complimentary, pre-scheduled 6 passenger shuttle. Also, a flat rate with Bluegrass Cabs for the amount of $16. Uber and Lyft are readily available.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Lexington event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Rupp/Horsepark Rooms Combined
62 x 26 x 9 • 1600 sqft.
Banquet
64/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
40
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
60
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
42
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
48
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
38
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
72
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
2
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:14
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Horse Park Room
25 x 26 x 9 • 675 sqft.
Banquet
32/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
20
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
22
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
20
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
16
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room has a divider wall - without divider wall Rupp Arena room and Horse Park room can be combined to make 1600 square feet of meeting space.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Rupp Arena Room
37 x 26 x 9 • 925 sqft.
Crescent
24
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
22
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
22
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
70
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room has a divider wall - without divider wall Rupp Arena room and Horse Park room can be combined to make 1600 square feet of meeting space.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Horse park
27 x 24 x 9 • 648 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
24
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
32
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Kentucky
27 x 36 x 9 • 972 sqft.
Classroom
35
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
24
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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