Downtown Bloomington Travel Guide

Bloomington

A cityscape with a prominent historic building with a dome, surrounded by other buildings and streets.
A statue of a soldier in a park with trees and a building in the background.
A street lined with historic buildings, including a theater and a music center.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and clock tower.
A busy urban street lined with parked cars, various storefronts, and a tall brick building.

Stay near popular Downtown Bloomington attractions

Monroe Convention Center

8.0/10 (46 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Monroe Convention Center during your trip to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana

An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana

฿412
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An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Bloomington Scenic Southern Indiana
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Top hotels in Downtown Bloomington

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

3 out of 5
245 North College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿3,720 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿3,720
฿4,167 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"This property was SO clean. The location was perfect for IU. The staff was friendly!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
Hyatt Place Bloomington

Hyatt Place Bloomington

3 out of 5
217 W. Kirkwood Ave. Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,481 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿4,481
฿5,019 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Place Bloomington
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

2.5 out of 5
501 North College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,822 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,822
฿5,400 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington
Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

3 out of 5
310 S. College Avenue Bloomington IN
The price is ฿3,912 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,912
฿4,381 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"There was so much construction we were not able to enjoy our stay."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington
IU Biddle Hotel

IU Biddle Hotel

3 out of 5
900 E. 7th St. Bloomington IN
The price is ฿4,700 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,700
฿5,265 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,722 reviews)
"It was a great stay right on campus. The restaurant bar was very difficult to find so maybe some additional signs up. It would also recommend a snack area in vending machines somewhere near the lobby. The only ones available were down the side hall that seem to be a separate section behind the hotel. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

IU Biddle Hotel
Hampton Inn Bloomington

Hampton Inn Bloomington

2.5 out of 5
2100 N. Walnut St. Bloomington IN
The price is ฿3,465 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,465
฿3,881 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel room and staff were very good. The area around the hotel was good. I would stay here again. The biggest issues we had were the pillows were super soft (no neck support) and the lack of breakfast choices (they were out of regular waffle batter only had red velvet and no stand alone ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Bloomington
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Where to stay in Downtown Bloomington

Find the best Downtown Bloomington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a mix of historic and modern buildings, and a clear sky.

Old Northeast Downtown

Though Old Northeast Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wonderlab Science Museum and Indiana University Auditorium.

A paved road flanked by dense green foliage and a wooden fence.

Bryan Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bryan Park and surrounding area, you can visit Wonderlab Science Museum and Buskirk Chumley Theater.

A museum with an indoor playground featuring a large climbing structure and a sign for 'Pulley Chairs'.

Prospect Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Prospect Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonderlab Science Museum and Buskirk Chumley Theater.

Garden Hill

While Garden Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Memorial Stadium and Assembly Hall.

Downtown Bloomington Travel Guide