Stays in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, the capital of Indiana, offers a blend of urban sophistication and Midwestern charm. Known for its motorsports heritage, vibrant arts scene, and expansive green spaces, it's a city that caters to diverse interests. Visitors can explore first-rate museums, enjoy culinary delights, and experience a welcoming atmosphere.
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Bottleworks Hotel
Indianapolis
246 reviews
Pet-friendly comfort with spa facilities and a vibrant location
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Bottleworks Hotel holds a rare 9.6 out of 10 from 246 guests, and it suits families with older children or parents who want a calmer trip. The wellness side is the strength: a spa, a steam room, a sauna and a fitness center, plus a terrace and a restaurant and bar on site. Rooms have air-conditioning, free WiFi and a minibar, and pets are accepted. There is no pool in the listing, so I would not book it for young swimmers.

Ironworks Hotel Indy
Indianapolis
330 reviews
Rustic-chic boutique hotel with rooftop lounge and on-site retail
Check availabilityWhy guests love itIronworks Hotel Indy scores 9.5 out of 10 from 330 guests. It sits on the city's north side and mixes rustic decor with modern comforts. Families with older children will like the 15,000 square feet of shops on site, including local boutiques, while parents can use the spa facilities and the fitness center. The rooftop lounge and upscale restaurant suit an evening out, and pets are accepted. I recommend it for a weekend with teenagers.

Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis South/Greenwood
Indianapolis
61 reviews
Comfortable stay with an indoor pool and complimentary breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itResidence Inn Indianapolis South/Greenwood suits families who like time outdoors: a picnic area and barbecue facilities make easy dinners on fine evenings. The indoor pool keeps children busy in any season, and breakfast is included. Parents have a fitness room and a bar, and WiFi is free. With 9.4 from 61 reviews, it scores very highly, though the sample is still modest.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Indianapolis
121 reviews
Spacious downtown suites with kitchens, a fitness center, and an outdoor fireplace
Check availabilityWhy guests love itTownePlace Suites Indianapolis Downtown gives families a fully equipped kitchen in every room, ideal for cooking simple dinners after a day in the city center. Barbecue facilities and an outdoor fireplace make pleasant evening spots, and pets are welcome. There is a fitness center, a bar and a 24-hour front desk for late arrivals. With 9.2 from 121 reviews, it is one of the best-rated downtown stays in Indianapolis.

Stone Soup Inn
Indianapolis
74 reviews
Family-friendly inn with hot tub and spa bath in Indianapolis
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would choose Stone Soup Inn for a family that prefers a small inn to a large chain hotel in Indianapolis. Guests rate it 9.2 across 74 reviews. Family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and city views, a hot tub and a spa bath are available, and a balcony, a sun terrace and a garden give everyone room to spread out. Free WiFi is included throughout.

InterContinental Indianapolis by IHG
Indianapolis
34 reviews
Downtown comfort with a spa, fitness center, and pet-friendly rooms
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would consider the InterContinental for a downtown Indianapolis stay where service and wellness matter. Guests rate it 9.2, though that rests on only 34 reviews, so I read it as promising rather than proven. It has a restaurant serving French and American dishes, a bar, a spa, a fitness center, room service and a 24-hour front desk with concierge. Rooms bring tea and coffee makers and free WiFi, and pets are welcome.

Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Indianapolis
1,041 reviews
Pet-friendly hotel with a pool, hot tub, and spa-wellness facilities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe pool and hot tub are the first things I would point out to families at the Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel, a hotel that clearly caters to children. Rooms are air-conditioned, each with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, and the front desk is staffed around the clock, useful for late check-ins. Parents can book time in the spa and wellness facilities, and pets are welcome, so the family dog can join the trip. A 9.2 from 1,041 reviews is an outstanding score.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Keystone
Indianapolis
335 reviews
Family-friendly suites with a year-round outdoor pool and free parking
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamily rooms and a buffet breakfast make this SpringHill Suites at Keystone an easy choice for parents in Indianapolis. The outdoor pool is open year-round, private parking on site is free, and rooms are air-conditioned with a TV and free WiFi. A lounge and fitness center are there for downtime. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 from 335 reviews, and I would book it for a family trip by car on the north side of the city.

Home 2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Northwest
Indianapolis
185 reviews
Spacious rooms with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHome2 Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Northwest scores 9.0 out of 10 from 185 guests and is set up for families who like to cook. Rooms have kitchenettes and sofa beds, so breakfasts and extra sleepers are easy to handle. The indoor pool works in any season, and the outdoor fireplace and barbecue facilities give the evenings a social spot. Pets are accepted and there is bicycle parking. I recommend it for longer family stays on the northwest side of Indianapolis.

Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis-Keystone, IN
Indianapolis
146 reviews
Comfortable rooms with balconies, a pool, and pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHampton Inn and Suites Indianapolis Keystone has rooms with sofa beds, seating areas and balconies, giving families more space than a standard room. The indoor pool works in any season, and an American buffet breakfast is included each morning. Pets are welcome, the outdoor fireplace makes a calm evening spot, and there is a fitness room and an electric vehicle charging station. Guests rate it 9.0 from 146 reviews.

Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis West Speedway
Indianapolis
230 reviews
Comfortable stay with indoor pool near Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis West Speedway sits near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Indianapolis International Airport, which suits race fans and early flights alike. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a work desk and free WiFi. An indoor pool and a fitness room cover leisure, and the family-friendly restaurant serves American cuisine. Guests rate it 9.0 from 230 reviews.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Airport
Indianapolis
167 reviews
Comfortable suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and free bikes
Check availabilityWhy guests love itTownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Airport has air-conditioned rooms with a kitchenette and a private bathroom, which suits extended stays near Indianapolis International Airport. An indoor swimming pool, a fitness room and complimentary bicycle use cover the leisure side, and a lounge, an outdoor fireplace and barbecue facilities give the evenings a place to land. Guests rate it 8.9 from 167 reviews.

The Westin Indianapolis
Indianapolis
173 reviews
Sky-bridge access to convention center and mall, with a modern gym
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Westin Indianapolis is connected by a covered sky-bridge to the Circle Center Mall and the Indiana Convention Center, so shopping and events need no stroll outside in bad weather. Rooms have coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. A modern gym and a restaurant and bar are on site, and the hotel is pet-friendly and family-friendly. Guests rate it 8.9 from 173 reviews.

Drury Inn & Suites Indianapolis Northeast
Indianapolis
943 reviews
Comfortable stays with a hot breakfast and indoor-outdoor pool
Check availabilityWhy guests love itDrury Inn and Suites Indianapolis Northeast has an indoor-outdoor pool, so children can swim in any season, plus a hot tub for parents. A hot breakfast is served daily, which makes early starts easier, and laundry facilities help on longer trips. Pets are welcome, there is a fitness center, and every room has free WiFi. Guests rate it 8.9 from 943 reviews, a strong and consistent result.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown
Indianapolis
407 reviews
All-suite comfort downtown with full kitchens and a pool
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI like the full kitchens here for families: you can keep snacks and cook simple dinners in the suite instead of eating out every night in downtown Indianapolis. A complimentary hot breakfast covers the mornings, and the pool gives children something to look forward to after a day of sightseeing. Pets are accepted, which helps families who travel with a dog. Guests score it 8.9 out of 10 from 407 reviews.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis Dtn-Conv Ctr Area by IHG
Indianapolis
573 reviews
Downtown hotel with indoor pool, free breakfast, and easy convention access
Check availabilityWhy guests love itLucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center are a short walk from Holiday Inn Express and Suites Indianapolis Downtown, which I find useful for families heading to a Colts game or a big event without moving the car. The free hot breakfast every day saves time before setting out, and the indoor pool works in any weather. The whole hotel is non-smoking, and rooms have a coffeemaker. An 8.9 score from 573 reviews is very good for a downtown hotel.

Candlewood Suites Indianapolis Downtown Medical District by IHG
Indianapolis
473 reviews
Downtown suites with kitchenettes, gym, and pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itCandlewood Suites Indianapolis Downtown Medical District has suites with fully equipped kitchenettes, made for families on an extended stay who want to cook their own meals. Barbecue facilities add an easy dinner option on fine evenings, and pets are welcome. There is a gym and a business center, and the hotel sits one mile from the university campus, close to downtown attractions. Guests rate it 8.9 from 473 reviews.

Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport by IHG
Indianapolis
701 reviews
Airport convenience with an indoor pool and shuttle service
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAn indoor heated pool is the feature I would put first for families at Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport: children can swim whatever the Indiana weather. Rooms come with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee machine, handy for snacks, bottles and breakfast on a longer stay. The 24-hour airport shuttle takes the stress out of early flights, the on-site restaurant keeps dinner simple, and parking is free if you arrive by car. An 8.9 score from 701 reviews is very good.

Looking Glass Inn
Indianapolis
47 reviews
Family-friendly comfort with a hot tub and daily breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family stay in Indianapolis, the Looking Glass Inn works best as a small, quiet base rather than a full-service hotel. Its family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and city views, and a continental buffet breakfast is served every morning. The garden, terrace and outdoor seating give children room outside, while parents get a hot tub and a spa bath. Free private parking on site helps when you arrive with a loaded car.

JW Marriott Indianapolis
Indianapolis
678 reviews
Luxury downtown hotel with direct convention center access and fine dining
Check availabilityWhy guests love itJW Marriott Indianapolis is connected to the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium by an indoor walkway, so families heading to a Colts game or a convention stay dry and warm in winter. Two restaurants on site save a search for dinner after a long day. Rooms have a 40-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, and there is a modern fitness center. Guests rate it 8.8 from 678 reviews.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Airport
Indianapolis
136 reviews
Pet-friendly suites with an indoor pool and daily breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would book Home2 Suites Indianapolis Airport for a family that needs flexible rooms. Guests rate it 8.8 across 136 reviews, and interconnected rooms are available, so parents and children can sleep side by side. An indoor swimming pool and a fitness room are on site, a continental buffet breakfast is served daily, and an outdoor fireplace and barbecue facilities give the evenings a relaxed feel. Pets are welcome as well.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Greenwood
Indianapolis
190 reviews
Pet-friendly suites with an indoor pool and complimentary breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would pick this Home2 Suites for an Indianapolis stay that wants a kitchen, a pool and pets welcome, in the Greenwood area. Guests rate it 8.8 across 190 reviews. Rooms have a work desk, a sofa bed, a refrigerator, a microwave and a dishwasher, an indoor pool and a fitness center are on site, and a continental buffet breakfast is served. Lucas Oil Stadium and the Convention Center are 18 km away.

Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Downtown-Convention Center by IHG
Indianapolis
525 reviews
All-suite hotel with full kitchens, indoor pool, and hot tub downtown
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFull kitchens in every suite are why I would suggest Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Downtown-Convention Center to families on a longer stay: cooking meals in a separate space keeps children's routines steady. The indoor pool and hot tub work in any weather, and the 24-hour gym suits parents with odd schedules. Major event venues are within walking distance, so a game or a show needs no car. Pets are accepted. An 8.8 score from 525 reviews is very good.

Hotel Indy, Indianapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Indianapolis
122 reviews
Modern downtown hotel with dining, a fitness center, and pet-friendly rooms
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHotel Indy, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, puts families in downtown Indianapolis with dining under one roof: an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine, a coffee shop for breakfast on the go and a bar with a terrace for parents. Rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi, pets are welcome, and there is a fitness center. Guests rate it 8.7 from 122 reviews, a solid score for a downtown stay.

Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites
Indianapolis
275 reviews
Spacious city-centre hotel with a pool, spa, and pet-friendly options
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites gives families a central base in Indianapolis, with downtown sights such as Monument Circle close at hand. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 275 reviews and the rooms are listed as spacious, which helps when several people share. A pool keeps children busy between outings, the spa offers a break for parents, and pets are accepted. I recommend it to families who want to explore the city center on foot.

Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
Indianapolis
140 reviews
Airport convenience with a seasonal pool and pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itWyndham Indianapolis Airport sits less than 10 minutes from Indianapolis International Airport, which makes it a practical stop for families with an early flight. Guests rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 140 reviews, a modest score. The seasonal outdoor pool is there in the warmer months, the American sports bar and kitchen covers dinner without a drive, and pets are accepted. Rooms have free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. I would book it for one night around a flight, not for a longer stay.

Baymont by Wyndham Indianapolis Northeast
Indianapolis
259 reviews
Family-friendly hotel with a pool, hot tub, and spa near downtown Indianapolis
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA pool and a hot tub are the main family features of the Baymont by Wyndham Indianapolis Northeast, a 2-star hotel that also offers spa and wellness facilities. Pets are welcome, which helps families who travel with a dog. The guest rating of 7.2 is modest, so I would set expectations accordingly: this is a simple base on the northeast side of Indianapolis for families who mainly want a pool after a day out.

Comfort Inn Indianapolis South
Indianapolis
195 reviews
Pet-friendly comfort with a seasonal pool and spa-wellness facilities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would consider this Comfort Inn for an Indianapolis stay on a tight budget, with realistic expectations. Guests rate it 7.1 across 195 reviews, which is the lowest score I have read in this set, so I read it as a plain, mixed-value stay. A seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center and outdoor seating are on site, a continental breakfast is included, free WiFi is available, and pets are welcome.