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A woman in a blue floral dress opening a glass door to a patio with a dog, a potted plant, and a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with a sliding barn door entrance, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a black spiral staircase.

A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a staircase leading to another room.

A large, two-story house with a prominent balcony on the first floor, a garage on the right, and a well-maintained lawn.

1. East Suite-🕊️ at Bleubird Studio, Luxury stay, Walk to Downtown

Georgetown

Julia A.

€213

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with teal cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, and a cozy seating area with a patterned rug and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining area with white chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a chandelier.

A white building with a green dome roof, large windows, and a storefront with a striped awning.

A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a white microwave, a sink with a modern faucet, a brick accent wall, and a potted plant.

2. High style on the Bourbon Trail

Versailles

Pamela C.

€183

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A log cabin interior with a wooden desk, leather armchair, and a patterned rug.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

A rustic cabin surrounded by dense greenery, with a stone wall in the foreground and a wooden staircase leading up to the entrance.

Two blue Adirondack chairs on a concrete path surrounded by leaf-covered ground and trees.

3. Unique Stay in a 1907 Log Cabin on The Kentucky River

Lexington

Anonymous traveller

€178

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A log cabin with a wooden door and window, number 318 visible on the door.

A historic building with a garden pathway leading to a wrought iron gate.

A log cabin with a red door, a stone pillar, a lantern, a bench, and a potted plant.

A dining room with a wooden table, four chairs, a fireplace with a vase, and a painting above it.

4. Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Downtown Lexington

Cindy S.

A two-story house with a front porch, a number 162 sign, and a small garden.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a fireplace, and a television.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining table with placemats.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a rug, a lamp, a plant, and framed pictures on the wall.

5. Lafferty House-Walk to UofK, Woodland Pk, Dn Town, near Bourbon Trl, Horse Farms

Downtown Lexington

Anthony

€442

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large, white building with columns and a sign that reads "BOONE TAVERN HOTEL."

A formal dining room with tables set for service, blue chairs, chandeliers, and a view through large windows.

A covered patio with brick flooring, white columns, and black wicker chairs.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating area with sofas and armchairs, a grand piano, and a dining area.

6. Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant

Berea

Mary Lee

€97

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A gated entrance with a stone wall, a tree, and white hydrangea flowers.

A covered porch with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees.

A log cabin interior with a cozy seating area, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

A small log cabin with a red door, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.

7. Cabin in Kentucky Horse Country

Bourbon County

Siobann S.

€441

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Top Lexington Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Lexington -Horse Park

8/10 Good

"Very easy to find off freeway, easy parking, breakfast good, staff helpful. The only negative was there was no stopper for the bathtub."

GuestHouse Lexington

10/10 Excellent

"Small place Quiet Convenience"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great wonderful mini vacation for my daughter (6yr)and me. She loved everything about it and loved the pancakes every morning and the pool she said was great. Will be staying again."

Holiday Inn Express Lexington - Horse Park Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Better than what I expected"

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"It was nice stay"

Elwood Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, secluded, clean room"

Comfort Inn & Suites Lexington - Hamburg I-75

8/10 Good

"Overall stay was pretty good. Staff seemed to be rushing us. Gentleman was saying he was already supposed to be gone, so not very professional. Breakfast was good. Would stay again."

Hyatt Regency Lexington

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Lexington?

A trip to the significant historical sites in Lexington is likely number one on your sightseeing itinerary. Be sure to check out the university campus and great live music while you're here. You can also discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene.

How many historical hotels are located in Lexington?

Lexington is home to 1025 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Lexington?

Lexington is notable for landmarks like Lexington Opera House, Mary Todd Lincoln House and Ashland Henry Clay Estate. Known for its theatres and live music, cultural venues include Singletary Center for the Arts, Kentucky Horse Park and Toyota Visitor Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Explorium and Rupp Arena.

What is a historic hotel like in Lexington?

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Lexington, giving a historical feel.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Do historic hotels in Lexington have modern facilities?

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Lexington, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

Lexington Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Lexington, Kentucky

Change your mind

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Check availability on Lexington Historic Hotels

Our top choices for Lexington historic hotels

1. East Suite-🕊️ at Bleubird Studio, Luxury stay, Walk to Downtown

2. High style on the Bourbon Trail

3. Unique Stay in a 1907 Log Cabin on The Kentucky River

4. Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

5. Lafferty House-Walk to UofK, Woodland Pk, Dn Town, near Bourbon Trl, Horse Farms

6. Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant

7. Cabin in Kentucky Horse Country

Top Lexington Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Lexington -Horse Park

GuestHouse Lexington

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

Holiday Inn Express Lexington - Horse Park Area by IHG

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites Lexington - Hamburg I-75

Hyatt Regency Lexington

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