Best Hotels With a Pool in Indianapolis
Indianapolis has cold winters and warm, humid summers, so most hotel pools on this list are indoors and open all year. The selection covers eighteen pool hotels from downtown to the airport and the northern and southern suburbs. Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis South/Greenwood leads with a 9.4 rating and an indoor pool, and Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel adds a hot tub and spa facilities, backed by more than 1,000 reviews. Downtown, Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites are close to the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. Near the airport, Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport runs a 24-hour shuttle. Hotels are ranked by guest rating.
Indianapolis is the capital of Indiana and the home of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which hosts the Indianapolis 500 every May. Its compact downtown gathers the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, Monument Circle and White River State Park, while suburbs such as Carmel and Greenwood spread to the north and south. Cold winters explain why so many hotel pools in the city are indoors.
Indoor pools from downtown to Carmel
Indianapolis spreads out from a compact downtown, where the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium and Monument Circle sit within walking distance of each other, toward suburbs such as Carmel to the north and Greenwood to the south. The pool hotels follow that pattern: all-suite hotels downtown for events, airport hotels on the west side, and newer suite hotels in the suburbs with indoor pools that stay open through the winter.
Downtown is the natural base for conventions, Colts games and concerts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Downtown-Convention Center, rated 8.8 from more than 500 reviews, has an indoor pool and a hot tub, full kitchens in every suite and a 24-hour gym, and it accepts pets. Holiday Inn Express & Suites near the convention center, rated 8.9, is a short walk from the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, with an indoor pool and a free hot breakfast. Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown, also rated 8.9, adds full kitchens and a hot breakfast, and Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites pairs a pool and spa with on-site dining.
The north side has several of the best-rated pool hotels on the list. Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel, rated 9.2 from more than 1,000 reviews, offers a pool, a hot tub and spa-wellness facilities, welcomes pets and suits families. In the Keystone area, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Keystone, rated 9.1, is one of the few hotels here with a year-round outdoor pool, along with free private parking and family rooms. Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis-Keystone, rated 9.0, has an indoor pool, balcony rooms and a free American breakfast. Carmel is a separate city just north of Indianapolis, so plan on driving into downtown for games and events.
South of downtown, Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis South/Greenwood has the top rating on the list at 9.4, from a smaller number of reviews, with an indoor pool, a complimentary breakfast and an outdoor picnic area. Home2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Greenwood, rated 8.8, adds kitchenettes and accepts pets. For race weekends, Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis West Speedway, rated 9.0, sits close to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, with an indoor pool and a family-friendly restaurant. Home 2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Northwest, also rated 9.0, combines an indoor pool with kitchenettes, barbecue facilities and pet-friendly rooms.
Near Indianapolis International Airport, Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport, rated 8.9 from more than 700 reviews, has an indoor heated pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour airport shuttle. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Airport, rated 8.9, offers kitchenettes, an indoor pool and free bicycle use, while Home2 Suites By Hilton Indianapolis Airport, rated 8.8, adds a continental breakfast and accepts pets. On the northeast side, Drury Inn & Suites Indianapolis Northeast, rated 8.9 from more than 900 reviews, has an indoor-outdoor pool and a hot tub. Wyndham Indianapolis Airport and Comfort Inn Indianapolis South have seasonal outdoor pools only, so they make more sense for a summer trip.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a downtown trip, I would choose Staybridge Suites Indianapolis Downtown-Convention Center: the indoor pool and hot tub work in any season, every suite has a full kitchen, and Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center are within walking distance. For a family weekend in the suburbs, my pick is Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel, with a pool, a hot tub and more than 1,000 reviews behind its 9.2 rating.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Local tips
- 1Most pools on this list are indoors; Wyndham Indianapolis Airport and Comfort Inn Indianapolis South only have seasonal outdoor pools.
- 2SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Keystone lists a year-round outdoor pool, a rare option in a city with cold winters.
- 3For Colts games or conventions, stay downtown: Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites are within walking distance of Lucas Oil Stadium.
- 4Demand peaks around the Indianapolis 500 in May, so book hotels near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway early for race weekend.
- 5Carmel and Greenwood are separate suburbs; from Drury Plaza Carmel or the Greenwood hotels, plan on driving into downtown.
- 6Travelling with a dog? Drury Plaza Carmel, Staybridge Suites, Homewood Suites downtown and Home2 Suites Greenwood all accept pets.