HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES LEXINGTON-DOWNTOWN BY IHG

1000 Export St., Lexington, KY 40504 United States

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Near Red Mile Racetrack

8.6

Very Good

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington Downtown offers amenities such as an indoor pool, a fitness center, complimentary breakfast, and free Wi-Fi/internet access.

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Free WiFi

Free buffet breakfast

Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

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Reviews

"Nice Place to Stay"

The hotel is clean but could use some updates and deep clean. The staff was very, very nice. Angel the front desk receptionist was very kind and personable! The breakfast crew of Silvia and Terry was very nice and the space was always clean and refreshed as food was eaten! GREAT JOB! Demetrius the maintenance man did a GREAT JOB! He was polite.

Annette L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 01 to Sun Oct 04 2026 at a $258.49 average nightly rate.

"We had a very polite guy check us in was very nice"

I would definitely stay there again.

Jill S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Aug 02 to Mon Aug 03 2026 at a $154.99 average nightly rate.

"Clean and friendly"

Facility was very clean and staff was friendly. Breakfast was good.

Sonny D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 28 to Sat Aug 01 2026 at a $175.99 average nightly rate.

"Absolutely Awesome"

Very Professional and Friendly and Family.

Robert H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 15 to Sat Jul 18 2026 at a $142.99 average nightly rate.

"Excellent!"

Very clean with friendly staff! Everything was excellent.

Tabatha H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 07 to Wed Jul 08 2026 at a $194.96 average nightly rate.

"Truly Relaxing and Well Managed"

I only spent one night here, but I was very impressed with the professionalism of the staff as well as their kindness and concern with my well being. The room was very inviting and perfectly sized. Everything was clean and well maintained and the bed was so very comfortable. The breakfast buffet was super and I really enjoyed the fresh ground, brewed coffee. I had the omelette, bacon, oatmeal and cinnamon roll and they were so tasty. Overall an excellent experience!

Richard L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 22 to Sat May 23 2026 at a $199.00 average nightly rate.

"Very good with no problems "

Joyce M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 08 to Mon Feb 09 2026 at a $126.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG in Lexington (South Broadway Park), you'll be a 3-minute walk from University of Kentucky and 13 minutes by foot from Red Mile Racetrack. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Rupp Arena and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Kroger Field.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 96 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Appalachian Regional Health Center - 0.3 mi
University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center - 0.5 mi
University of Kentucky - 0.5 mi
Lexington Community College - 0.5 mi
St Joseph Hospital - 0.5 mi
The Red Mile - 0.6 mi
University Kentucky Art Museum - 0.8 mi
Otis A Singletary Center For Arts - 0.8 mi
Samaritan Hospital Lexington - 0.8 mi
Healthsouth Lexington Surgery - 0.9 mi
Baptist Seminary of Kentucky - 1.0 mi
Kroger Field (FKA Commonwealth Stadium) - 1.0 mi
Lexington Center - 1.1 mi
Rupp Arena - 1.1 mi
Lexington Art League - 1.1 mi
Lexington Public Library - 1.1 mi
Lexington History Center - 1.1 mi
Mary Todd Lincoln House - 1.2 mi
Lexington Children's Museum - 1.2 mi
Children's Museum - 1.2 mi
Cerlan Gallery Art Studio - 1.2 mi
Heritage Art Center - 1.3 mi
Central Baptist Hospital - 1.3 mi
Bodley Bullock House Museum - 1.3 mi
Hunt Morgan House - 1.3 mi
Transylvania University - 1.4 mi
Translyvania University - 1.5 mi
Arboretum - 1.6 mi
Eastern State Hospital - 1.7 mi
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation - 1.8 mi
Ashland Henry Clay Estate - 1.9 mi
Commonwealth Eye Surgery Center - 2.3 mi
Central Kentucky Technical College - 2.5 mi
Commonwealth Baptist College - 2.6 mi
Lexington Shriners Hospital - 2.7 mi
Kentucky Basketball Academy - 2.8 mi
Images Model Agency - 3.2 mi
Waveland State Historical Site - 4.7 mi
St Joseph East - 4.7 mi
Aviation Museum of Ky - 4.8 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Lexington? This hotel has 650 square feet (59 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Downtown at the University of Kentucky–UK. This downtown hotel is located just blocks from the campus of the UK & minutes from several area hospitals. We are also conveniently located 5 Miles from Lexington Bluegrass Airport (LEX) & I-75/I-64 Interstate access. We are also less than 1 mile from the Lexington Convention Center & Rupp Arena. For horse lovers, this Keeneland Hotel is just a short drive from the track, the Red Mile & numerous Kentucky Horse Park Events. Out hotel offers numerous amentities including: indoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, business center, fax and copy machine, free high speed internet, wired or wireless, in every room, complimentary parking & newspaper, iron/ironing board, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer in Every Room The Complimentary Warm Start Breakfast includes a selection of hot and cold entrees that may include: Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Cheesy Omelets, Scrambled or Boiled Eggs, Crispy Bacon, Warm Cinnamon Rolls, Bagels and English Muffins, Fresh Fruit,Oatmeal and a Variety of Cereals and more!

Local Attractions

We are located less than one mile from the University of Kentucky, Rupp Arena and the Lexington Convention Center. Other attractions include the Kentucky Horse Park, Red Mile, Keeneland and a variety of bourbon distilleries and historic homes.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2016

Floors: 4

Rooms: 96

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 96

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 22

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 3.0 Mi

Ownership: American Hospitality Management

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 16.07%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual reservations are 24 hour cancellation, Group cutoff dates are 1 month prior to arrival

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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)

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
Banquet hall
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 650
Conference space size (meters) - 59
Daily
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free self parking
Free wired internet
Internet access - wireless
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Number of indoor pools - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Green Sustainability

We are Green

Airport & Shuttle Info

We are located less than 5 miles for the Bluegrass Airport.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Complimentary hot breakfast

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Pool access available from 9 AM to 11 PM.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Wild Eggs - A trendy breakfast spot offering a variety of creative dishes. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Pies & Pints - A casual eatery serving gourmet pizzas and craft beers. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Tony's of Lexington - A popular Italian restaurant known for its delicious pasta dishes. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Explorium of Lexington - A hands-on children's museum with interactive exhibits. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast North Lime Coffee & Donuts - A local favorite for coffee and freshly baked donuts. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.

Lunch County Club - A trendy barbecue joint offering smoked meats and creative sides. Located 1.8 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Malone's - A steakhouse known for its prime cuts and upscale atmosphere. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Mary Todd Lincoln House - The childhood home of Abraham Lincoln's wife, now a museum. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Doodles Breakfast & Lunch - A cozy diner serving classic breakfast dishes. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Lunch West Sixth Brewing - A local brewery with a taproom offering craft beers and pub food. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Blue Door Smokehouse - A popular spot for authentic Texas-style barbecue. Located 3.7 miles from the hotel.

Activity Keeneland Racecourse - A historic horse racing track known for its beautiful grounds. Located 6.2 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 1:00 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 Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG have?

There are 96 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG?

Complimentary hot breakfast

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG?

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

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 9am-11pm. Indoor Heated Pool.

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG?

We are located less than 5 miles for the Bluegrass Airport.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown by IHG

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

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lexington-Downtown 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.

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