How to Find Luxury Hotels in Bloomington, Indiana

The city of Bloomington, Indiana is an excellent choice for a relaxing stay in the Midwest. It is home to Indiana University's oldest campus, and at 50 miles from Indianapolis, Bloomington is a convenient distance for a visit to the big city for those who don't want to get sucked into the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

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

Plan Your Visit to Bloomington

1. Visit Indiana University Bloomington, which is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the nation.

2. See a performance at the John Waldron Arts Center. The center also hosts art exhibitions and classes.

3. Visit the Wonderlab science museum, a great place to take kids who want to learn about science in a fun, hands-on way.

4. Visit the famous Kinsey Institute. Tours are available if reservations are made in advance, or visit the art gallery there, which is open to the public weekday afternoons.

Choose Luxury Accommodations in Bloomington That Are Right for You

1. To book accommodations, contact Bloomington/Monroe County Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] or visit the Web site (see Resources below). Spend a pleasant day at the lake. Choose a luxury hotel in the northeast part of town to be close to Lake Lemon, where you can rent a boat, picnic on the beach or take a hike on nature trails there. Lakeside luxury vacation rentals are also an option.

2. Time your visit to coincide with the Taste of Bloomington festival, occurring annually in June, which showcases the delectable culinary creations of local restaurants. To be within walking distance of the festival, choose luxury accommodations near the Showers Plaza on Morton Street.

3. Stay on the north side of town to be near the University if a visit there is the main reason for your trip.

4. Consider staying at one of Bloomington's bed and breakfasts for luxury accommodations with a more homey feel.

5. Choose luxury accommodations near centrally located Upland Brewing Company, the largest microbrewery in Indiana, to be able to take advantage of the pub with live music and an art gallery.

6. Select a hotel near the train station to take a leisurely ride on the railway that connects Bloomington to the capital city of Indianapolis.

7. Save some money. Even luxury accommodations in Bloomington are fairly affordable: many luxury hotel rooms average about $150 a night.

Tips & Warnings

• Check the weather report before you go and be sure to pack appropriate clothing. Indiana experiences drastically different weather from season to season.