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

2.5 star property
Hotel in Lexington with free breakfast and a 24-hour health club

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Multiple Beds (Top Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1780 Sharkey Way, Lexington, KY, 40511

What's nearby

  • Rupp Arena - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • The Red Mile Racetrack - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • University of Kentucky - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kroger Field - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clark's Pump-N-Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goodfellas - Distillery District - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel near University of Kentucky
At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour health club and a business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
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 smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel LEXINGTON NORTHEAST
Holiday Inn Express LEXINGTON NORTHEAST
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Lexington Northeast
Holiday Inn Express Lexington
Holiday Inn Express Suites Lexington Dtwn Area Keenland
Holiday Inn Express Suites Lexington Dtwn Area Keenland by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington Dtwn Area-Keenland by IHG located?

Situated in Lexington, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Barrel House Distilling and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of Kentucky. James E. Pepper Distillery and Ethereal Brewing are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel ever !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, staff was very friendly, and convenient to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

The staff was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Updated, convenient from interstate - had gas and food near by. Front counter staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area of Lexington. Dining options close to hotel and only a 10 minute drive to downtown. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great!! Room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Amenities
Nice location. Clean rooms. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff was friendly. Beds are a little too firm but still comfortable. Breakfast was wonderful and the pool area was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people at the front desk were very nice and helpful! Comfortable clean room with shower supplies provided, snacks and drinks in lobby, great breakfast included and several restaurants nearby !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quietness and cleanliness of the property. The bed in my room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, great breakfast, fresh ground coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Meredith

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was mediocre, hostile staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayu

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check in was quick and our room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and uncluttered. Nearby restaurants. Room had comfortable bed and carpet. Bath had tub and shower. Good water pressure. Good drainage in tub. Enough outlets to charge devices. Room had a refrigerator which was helpful and seating for two people. Loved the room darkening blinds. All at a decent price. Overall good value and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Restaurant neat by
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean , comfortable beds and sweet smelling sheets . Just a nice place to relax and enjoy your stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so very much for the great stay! Keep up the excellent job!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and a clean environment all the way around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went to a concert at Rupp Arena and driving was good and restored great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff person was wonderful! Worked to get us in our room early.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the nicest places to stay mattress and pillows so comfortable very quiet very very clean breakfast was so good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024