What is Downtown Lawrence like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Lawrence's Downtown Lawrence neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Lawrence Arts Center and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit as part of your Downtown Lawrence travel plans.

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

Based on our traveller data, TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Lawrence. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from University of Kansas, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Lawrence area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Lawrence, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Downtown Lawrence hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Downtown Lawrence.

What can I see and do in this Lawrence neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in Downtown Lawrence, head to Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit, Lawrence Arts Center and Watkins Community Museum of History. When you're sightseeing in Lawrence, Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center and South Park Wading Pool are also worth a stop.

Downtown Lawrence hotels, Lawrence, United States of America: Lawrence Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Downtown Lawrence hotels

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1. TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

Downtown Lawrence

Brian

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel lobby with a round table, blue chairs, a sofa, and a large window.

2. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

Auldin

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a blue patterned wall.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.4 km from Downtown Lawrence

John

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "THE OREAD".

4. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Oread, 0.9 km from Downtown Lawrence

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple levels of seating and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

2.3 km from Downtown Lawrence

Meredith

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

6. Hampton Inn Lawrence

Deerfield, 2.4 km from Downtown Lawrence

Adrienne

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a reception desk.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

Aida Y.

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3.7 km from Downtown Lawrence

Adrian

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

3.7 km from Downtown Lawrence

David

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

10. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

6 km from Downtown Lawrence

Jocelyn

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A stone wall with a water feature and flower beds.

11. Virginia Inn

Deerfield, 3 km from Downtown Lawrence

Amy

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining set.

12. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

Sunset Hills, 2.8 km from Downtown Lawrence

Ubol

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a staircase, and a large glass door leading outside.

13. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

North Lawrence, 2.5 km from Downtown Lawrence

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, a single bed, and a desk with a chair.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

5.6 km from Downtown Lawrence

Ike

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

15. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Gateway, 7.9 km from Downtown Lawrence

Bonnie

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. 2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

5 km from Downtown Lawrence

Joyce

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern kitchen with a stone backsplash, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham De Soto

22.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

Evelyn

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Where to stay in Downtown Lawrence

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

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Oread

While visiting Oread, you might make a stop by sights like South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit.

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East Lawrence

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Lawrence and surrounding area, you can visit Lawrence Arts Center and Theatre Lawrence.

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Hillcrest

While Hillcrest isn't home to many top sights, David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium and Allen Fieldhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Brook Creek

Brook Creek might not have many top sights, but Theatre Lawrence and Lawrence Arts Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills might not have many top sights, but Lied Center of Kansas and Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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