Local area

The largest land grant institution in Kentucky, founded in 1865, is located just two blocks from the hotel. The UK Chandler Medical Center is located on campus and currently opening a new bed tower with the most modern facilites in healthcare available.

This National Historic Landmark is one of the most beautiful racetracks in the world. Live racing takes place in April and October. Grounds are open year round.

This downtown complex includes convention space, retail shops and Rupp Arena. Rupp Arena is home to the UK Wildcat Basketball team as well as concerts and shows.

The facility features brew hall viewing, bottling operations and gift shop and irish pub. Tours are available.

Located on 17 acres near downtown Lexington, this showplace was home to statesman Henry Clay. Hours are seasonal, please call for details.

A must see in Lexington, the Kentucky Horse Park is home to the 2010 World Equestrian Games and is a premiere attraction in Lexington. Museums, galleries, live horse shows and much more!

Seasonal racing for pacers and trotters, this track is the oldest in the region.It is also home to the Junior League Horse Show and Kentucky Futurity. Grounds open daily.

The oldest college west of the Allegheny Mountains, this instituition was established in 1780. Campus open all year round.

Take a tour of a fully operational bourbon distillery in Versailles, Kentucky. See the copper stills and simmering mash, tour includes a complimentary tasting.

A national historic landmark, this is the largest restored Shaker village. With 34 buildings, numerous exhibits and live presentations, visitors will see how the Shakers lived day to day life.