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Elwood Hotel & Suites

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Hospital

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Located near The Red Mile Racetrack and Rupp Arena, Elwood Hotel & Suites offers a comfortable base with amenities like dry cleaning and in-room WiFi. Guests can enjoy breakfast or dinner at Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar, with helpful staff available throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Gardener’s Premier Room)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Gardener’s Premier Room) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Gardener’s Premier Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Elwood Premier Double Queen)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Elwood Premier Double Queen)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Elwood Premier King)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Elwood Premier King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (King One Bedroom ADA Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (King One Bedroom ADA Suite) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (King One Bedroom ADA Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Family Two Room Suite King / 2 Twins)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Family Two Room Suite King / 2 Twins) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Family Two Room Suite King / 2 Twins)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner (King Corner One Bedroom Suite)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner (King Corner One Bedroom Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor (Elwood Premier King ADA Accessible)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor (Elwood Premier King ADA Accessible)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor (Elwood Premier Double Queen ADA Acces)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor (Elwood Premier Double Queen ADA Acces)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (King Junior Suite)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (King Junior Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
444 Parkway Drive, Lexington, KY, 40504

What's nearby

  • Red Mile Racetrack - 13 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Kentucky - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Rupp Arena - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kroger Field - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Andy's Frozen Custard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KSBar and Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Upscale hotel near University of Kentucky
Located close to CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Hospital and Red Mile Racetrack, Elwood Hotel & Suites provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a TV in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options and helpful staff
Room features
All 62 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 8 to 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fiddletree Kitchen & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 205 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 18 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 75 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Elwood Hotel & Suites Hotel
Elwood Hotel & Suites Lexington
Elwood Hotel & Suites Hotel Lexington

Frequently asked questions

Is Elwood Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, Elwood Hotel & Suites allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 75 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elwood Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elwood Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Elwood Hotel & Suites located?

Located in the heart of Lexington, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Hospital, University of Kentucky, and University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital. Kroger Field and Lexington Convention Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Elwood Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 788 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super cool and relatively inexpensive to be down town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great restaurant & friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New facility, rooms are spacious and clean. We will stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Nice bar and restaurant. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Clean room, very friendly staff. Loved security measures
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dionna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. Loved the free parking. It was a wonderful stay and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the Elwood Hotel. Cleanliness, security, beds!!!! I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely adorable hotel. Girls trip perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel with great amenities and lots nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly Hotel was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dave

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast was fantastic, murals everywhere and overall quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice aesthetic, good breakfast, large rooms, clean bathrooms. Would be nice for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good location with onsite parking. Nice bar/restaurant also onsite with a very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel on all fronts. Boutique feel for sure, but not overly priced and always a cool, relaxing vibe. From the bar to the gym, they hit the right chord across the board. Highly recommend- especially for couples or business travel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place!

I adore this hotel. I already knew I loved the restaurant and having the opportunity to spend the night confirmed what I suspected. The rooms are great, too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here every time I visit Lexington!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little hotel with great staff! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for quiet getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Lexington and always worth the affordable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very comfortable stay for the short time we were in town. Will definitely stay here the next time we need a hotel in Lexington.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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