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A grand, circular atrium with a central ornate ceiling and a spiral staircase.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious hallway with a red circular seating area, large windows, and patterned walls.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, framed artwork on the walls, and a ceiling with a geometric design.

1. Bottleworks Hotel

Downtown Indianapolis, 0.9 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Saminta

฿5,181

฿6,094 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A two-story brick building with a small patio area and a covered seating space.

An outdoor patio with a round metal table and two chairs, a large beige umbrella, and a brick wall in the background.

A wooden staircase with a chandelier, a door with a decorative panel, and a bookshelf with various items.

A cozy room with a wooden desk, a lamp, a bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.

2. Old Northside Bed & Breakfast

1.5 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Gahe

฿5,123

฿5,994 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape and river.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A JW Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent vertical structure and a flat-roofed building with illuminated signage.

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, a large chandelier, and a seating area with a decorative centerpiece.

3. JW Marriott Indianapolis

Downtown Indianapolis, 1.8 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Nicole

฿6,995

฿9,223 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a bar area with a bar counter and stools, and a large decorative wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with green sofas and round tables.

4. Omni Severin Hotel

Wholesale District, 1.4 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Aldrica

฿4,997

฿5,918 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a view of a stadium.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including round tables and chairs, a sofa, and a bench. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outside.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade and illuminated signage.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

Babe Denny, 1.8 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Lindsey

฿4,032

฿4,718 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large wooden cabinet.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A restaurant with booths, tables, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a white table and orange chairs.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis-Downtown

Wholesale District, 1.2 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

sachiko

฿3,767

฿4,479 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern lobby with circular ceiling lights, a central seating area, and a bar in the background.

A restaurant with a glass fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, circular ceiling lights, and a glass wall with a fire feature.

A modern building with a restaurant named "CONNER'S KITCHEN+BAR" featuring outdoor seating with fire pits.

7. Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

Mile Square, 1.6 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Rhonda

฿6,048

฿8,115 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A green building with a checkered awning and a stone sign indicating a restaurant.

A loft-style room with a wooden staircase, a kitchenette, a sofa, and a window with stained glass.

A covered patio area with wooden tables and chairs, green pillars, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A spacious living area with a large flat-screen TV, wooden entertainment unit, and a cozy seating area. A staircase with a wooden railing leads to a kitchen area with teal cabinets and a dining table.

8. Stone Soup Inn

1.4 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Terrell

฿4,429

฿5,182 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a large mirror.

A modern lobby with a sofa, two small tables, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two beige chairs, a small table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

Downtown Indianapolis, 1.8 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Stephanie

฿4,432

฿5,257 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A grand staircase with a wooden handrail, a patterned rug, and a chandelier.

A dining room with a round table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and the room has patterned wallpaper and wooden paneling.

A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a chandelier, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a sofa.

A fireplace with a burning fire, a wooden mantel, and a white brick surround.

10. Looking Glass Inn

1.5 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

ARTURO

฿5,585

฿6,535 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern conference room with a large table, four chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a chandelier.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, high ceilings, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the lobby.

11. Hyatt Regency Indianapolis

Wholesale District, 1.3 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

paulette

฿5,585

฿6,607 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, round coffee table, and various seating options.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a glass railing, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar and balcony area with a large sofa, tables, and chairs, surrounded by greenery and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

12. Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown

Wholesale District, 1.1 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Taeja

฿4,230

฿4,983 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

13. Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown

Wholesale District, 1.1 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

John

฿4,197

฿4,944 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A polished hallway with marble walls, a modern light fixture, and an elevator with a brass plate.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a marquee sign.

14. Hampton Inn Indianapolis Downtown Across from Circle Centre

Wholesale District, 1.1 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Krystal

฿3,767

฿4,440 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large brick building with a prominent tower and arched windows, surrounded by modern structures and well-lit pathways.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a view of buildings outside.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a minibar, and a minibar sign labeled "Hilton Honors".

15. Hampton Inn Indianapolis Downtown IUPUI

Mile Square, 1.5 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Aleksandrs

฿3,767

฿4,479 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A grand hall with rows of seats, a large circular stained glass window, and ornate architectural details.

A grand hall with a high arched ceiling, multiple balconies, and a central stage area.

A large conference room with rows of tables and chairs, ornate architecture, and a stage with a screen displaying the hotel name.

A buffet with various food items and a modern interior design.

16. Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union Stn by IHG

Wholesale District, 1.5 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Jacob

฿4,032

฿5,137 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a decorative wall with a cityscape mural, and a circular ceiling light.

A modern lobby with a large abstract wall art, a curved seating area, and a stone pillar.

A hotel with a prominent Hilton sign, a large central dome structure, and multiple parking lots.

A swimming pool with a skylight, lounge chairs, and a clock on the wall.

17. Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites

Mile Square, 1.1 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Seth

฿5,393

฿6,343 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A reception area with two curved reception desks, a dark wood finish, a plant on the wall, and a 'market' sign.

A wooden desk with a monitor, keyboard, and printer, a sign reading "Boarding Pass," and a tall vase with branches.

A hotel room with a bed, a gray sofa, a desk, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol

Mile Square, 1.3 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Sarah

฿3,905

฿4,602 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, wooden ceiling beams, and a seating area with sofas.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted information screen, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a mix of seating areas including bar stools and tables.

A modern high-rise building with a prominent corner design, multiple floors, and a glass facade.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown

Mile Square, 1.2 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

TIMOTHY

฿5,393

฿6,382 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Sheraton hotel with a rooftop pool, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, including a Sheraton hotel, and a statue on a pedestal.

A dining table set for a meal with candles, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a cityscape.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a decorative floor pattern.

20. Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel

Mile Square, 1 km from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Jason

฿5,027

฿5,915 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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Bottleworks Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,899 reviews	View
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Omni Severin Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,362 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 886 reviews	View

Top James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home Hotel Reviews

Omni Severin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, very well organized and run, and a great lobby bar and cafe. Every staff member I encountered was very helpful and friendly!"

Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The only thing I would have to say is that there is a lot of construction going on around the hotel area and that they started working very early. Definitely woke us up. All the area around the hotel is great. Lots of dining and entertainment."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was huge and clean and the beds were very comfortable. I would highly recommended this property!"

Bottleworks Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellence place"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis Dtn-Conv Ctr Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"What’s perfect spot for Game day or any concert at the stadium!!! So close and convenient! Plenty of places to eat in the area without driving. Parking was a breeze and very close. That hotel staff was excellent and it was quiet enough to sleep in a little. GREAT STAY!!"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"room was clean.staff was friendly and extremely helpful.breakfast was good and the parking was great! i’d stay here again! thank you!"

Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol

8/10 Good

"Right downtown with nearby parking"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home?

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home is located in a historic area of Indianapolis known for its popular art scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 566 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home?

Omni Severin Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home. Other good options within a short distance include Bottleworks Hotel and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Indianapolis Downtown.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home?

Expedia has 566 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home.

What can I see and do near James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Eiteljorg Museum, Indiana State Museum or NCAA Hall of Champions. Old National Centre, Lockerbie Square Historic District and Hilbert Circle Theatre are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Everwise Ampitheatre, Clowes Memorial Hall and Indiana Repertory Theatre.

How can I get to James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home is a breeze. Nearby metro stations include Canal Station, Indiana University-Riley Station and Methodist Station. If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Indianapolis Station.

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Our top choices for James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home hotels

1. Bottleworks Hotel

2. Old Northside Bed & Breakfast

3. JW Marriott Indianapolis

4. Omni Severin Hotel

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis-Downtown

7. Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

8. Stone Soup Inn

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

10. Looking Glass Inn

11. Hyatt Regency Indianapolis

12. Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown

13. Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown

14. Hampton Inn Indianapolis Downtown Across from Circle Centre

15. Hampton Inn Indianapolis Downtown IUPUI

16. Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union Stn by IHG

17. Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites

18. Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown

20. Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Top James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home Hotel Reviews

Omni Severin Hotel

Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown

Bottleworks Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis Dtn-Conv Ctr Area by IHG

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol

Other attractions near James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Lockerbie Square Historic District

Old National Centre

Mass Ave Cultural Arts District

Easley Winery

Theatre on the Square

Murat - Egyptian Room

Indianapolis City Market

Phoenix Theatre

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