How to Find Luxury Hotels In Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis, the heart of Indiana, is chock full of thrills for the sports fan, the history buff, the jazz aficionado and travelers of practically every type. Whatever the reason for your visit, the capital city is home to the state's finest luxury hotels, so you're sure to find one that's right for you.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• A computer with access to the Internet for making reservations.
• A map of Indianapolis.

Plan Your Visit to Indianapolis

1. Explore the 6 designated cultural districts of Indianapolis: Broad Ripple Village, Massachusetts Avenue, Fountain Square, the Wholesale District, Canal and White River State Park and Indiana Avenue. Here you will find galleries, theaters, museums and restaurants among other attractions.
2. Time your visit to the Crossroads of America to coincide with Indianapolis' yearly 3 day jazz festival. In the past, the festival has featured such artists as B.B. King, Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles.
3. Join the thousands of auto racing fans who flood the city each year to see the Indianapolis 500.

Choose Your Luxury Accommodations in Indianapolis

4. To book accommodations, contact Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 974-INDY or visit the Web site (see Resources below). Book a room at the Crown Plaza Hotel, a historic landmark in downtown Indianapolis.
5. Reward your hard work with luxury accommodations and an easy commute to the office. There are several upscale hotels in downtown Indianapolis that cater to business travelers. Select one of these for a hassle-free stay right in the center of the business district.
6. Choose a hotel near Military Park to be near Indianapolis' annual Indy Jazz Festival.
7. Pick out a hotel near downtown Indianapolis or in Indianapolis North to be close to the action when the Indy 500 is held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
8. Plan on staying downtown if you wish to experience the best that Indiana's lap of luxury has to offer a traveler; this is where the city's finest hotels are located.
9. Choose accommodations located a stone's throw away from the city center for a quieter visit to Indiana's capital. Consider the outlying areas of Keystone, Carmel, Castleton or Fishers.
10. Use a travel agent or online travel site to help you make reservations in advance once you have chosen a hotel in Indianapolis.

Tips & Warnings

• Indianapolis, like most of the state of Indiana, is part of the Central time zone.
• Indianapolis's climate includes distinct, though usually not severe, seasons. If you come from a milder climate, make sure your travel wardrobe is appropriate for the weather you're likely to encounter on your trip.