Where to Stay in Downtown Tulsa
Downtown Tulsa is compact enough to cross on foot, and the hotels on this page sit inside that grid: between the BOK Center arena, the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, the convention center and the Tulsa Arts District north of the rail tracks. The Mayo Hotel, rated 9.0, is 500 metres from the BOK Center, Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown stands next to the Performing Arts Center, and the Fairfield Inn & Suites in the Arts District holds the best score here, 9.3. Route 66 runs along the southern edge of downtown, and the La Quinta listing carries its name.
Where to stay
Arena, Arts District or Convention Center
Staying downtown in Tulsa means walking to a concert at the BOK Center or a show at the Performing Arts Center instead of driving and parking. Most of these hotels are mid-range chains with free breakfast, shuttles or pet-friendly rooms, with The Mayo Hotel as the historic, higher-end choice.
The Mayo Hotel is the address I would pick for a first visit. It carries the highest rating among the full-service hotels here, 9.0 across 359 reviews, and sits 500 metres from the BOK Center, close enough to walk back after an arena concert. It has two on-site restaurants, a gym and a rooftop lounge, the most complete set of services among the downtown hotels listed. For a stay built around the Performing Arts Center, Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown is next door, with an outdoor pool, pet-friendly rooms and a free shuttle, and Hyatt Place Tulsa/Downtown is a few steps from the same venue.
The Tulsa Arts District, north of downtown, is where the Fairfield Inn & Suites Tulsa Downtown Arts District and the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tulsa Downtown Arts District sit. The Fairfield holds the top score on the page, 9.3 from 183 reviews, with a free continental breakfast and a free airport shuttle, while the Holiday Inn Express adds an indoor pool, useful when Oklahoma summers or winters make outdoor swimming unattractive. The district around them has Guthrie Green, Cain's Ballroom and the Woody Guthrie Center, so evenings are within walking distance of both hotels.
For conventions and longer stays, look at the southern side of downtown. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tulsa Downtown - Route 66 is within a five-minute walk of the Tulsa Convention Center, with free breakfast, rooms with a microwave and a refrigerator, and pets allowed. Residence Inn by Marriott Tulsa Downtown, eight minutes on foot from the Performing Arts Center, is pet-friendly too and has a seasonal outdoor pool. Hotel Indigo Tulsa DWTN/Entertainment Area completes the choice with family and pet-friendly rooms, a restaurant, a bar and a free shuttle to Tulsa International Airport.
One listing tagged downtown is not downtown at all. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa sits east of the city in Catoosa, a drive rather than a walk from the BOK Center. It is a strong resort in its own right, rated 8.8 across 1,018 reviews, with a casino, six restaurants and bars, a pool, a hot tub, a spa and a free shuttle to Tulsa International Airport. Book it for the casino and the live music, not for downtown access. If you want to walk to Route 66 landmarks, the Arts District or the arena, the eight other hotels here are the better fit.
A traveler's perspectiveFor downtown Tulsa I would choose The Mayo Hotel, rated 9.0, because it puts the BOK Center 500 metres away and has a rooftop lounge and two restaurants. My advice for a tighter budget is the Fairfield Inn & Suites in the Tulsa Arts District, the best-rated hotel on the page, a short walk from Guthrie Green and Cain's Ballroom.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Tulsa Downtown Arts District
Tulsa
183 reviews
Family-friendly downtown hotel with free airport shuttle and breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFairfield Inn & Suites Tulsa Downtown Arts District has family rooms with free WiFi and air-conditioning in the city center, 11 km from Tulsa International Airport. A free airport shuttle helps on flight days, and a complimentary continental buffet breakfast starts the morning. A fitness center and a business area cover the rest. Guests rate it 9.3 from 183 reviews.
The Mayo Hotel
Tulsa
359 reviews
Historic downtown hotel with a rooftop lounge and two restaurants
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would pick The Mayo Hotel for a downtown Tulsa stay with some history behind it. It is a landmark hotel, 500 meters from the BOK Center and a 7-minute walk from the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, and guests rate it 9.0 across 359 reviews. Rooms and suites have a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station and free WiFi. Two restaurants, a gym and a rooftop lounge are on site.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa
Tulsa
1,018 reviews
Casino, live entertainment, and multiple dining options with a pool and spa
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Hard Rock Tulsa is first a casino and entertainment complex, so I would only bring children if the pool and the free airport shuttle outweigh the gaming atmosphere. The pool and hot tub give them a swim, and six restaurants, including a casual buffet, make meals easy. Parents can catch a show at Hard Rock Live. Parking is free, and the hotel sits just off I-44. A score of 8.8 across 1,018 reviews is strong.
Residence Inn by Marriott Tulsa Downtown
Tulsa
99 reviews
Downtown Tulsa hotel with a seasonal pool and pet-friendly policy
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAn 8-minute walk to the Tulsa Performing Arts Center makes the Residence Inn a practical choice for a family evening at a show without moving the car. I would plan a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool during the warmer months, as it does not run all year. The 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals, and pets are accepted. Brady Theater is also within walking distance. A score of 8.7 across 99 reviews is good.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Tulsa Downtown - Arts District by IHG
Tulsa
333 reviews
City-center hotel with an indoor pool and complimentary breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHoliday Inn Express & Suites Tulsa Downtown suits families who want the Arts District close by without giving up a pool. The indoor pool works whatever the weather, every room adds a sofa bed so children get their own place to sleep, and the free buffet breakfast with pancakes and fresh fruit gets the day going before you head out. On-site parking keeps things simple for a family driving through Oklahoma.
Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown
Tulsa
449 reviews
Pet-friendly downtown stay with an outdoor pool and free shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Tulsa Performing Arts Center is right next door, which makes the Hyatt Regency an easy pick for families coming to a show. I like the outdoor pool for an afternoon swim and the free shuttle for getting around without the car. Rooms have a fridge and coffee maker, handy for snacks and early mornings, and pets are accepted. Tulsa International Airport is 10 km away. A score of 8.6 from 449 reviews is reassuring.
Hotel Indigo Tulsa DWTN/Entertainment Area
Tulsa
175 reviews
Downtown Tulsa hotel with family rooms, pet-friendly policy, and airport shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHotel Indigo Tulsa Dwtn Entertainment Area puts families in downtown Tulsa, and a complimentary airport shuttle covers the 11 km to Tulsa International Airport, so there is no need for a car on arrival day. Family rooms are available, with air-conditioning, private bathrooms and free WiFi. The on-site restaurant and bar make dinner easy, parents can use the fitness center, and pets are welcome. Guests rate this 4-star hotel 8.6 from 175 reviews.
Hyatt Place Tulsa/Downtown
Tulsa
397 reviews
Family rooms with sofa beds steps from the Tulsa Performing Arts Center
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSofa beds in the family rooms make this downtown Hyatt Place easy for parents with children, and every room has a desk, city views and free WiFi. The on-site restaurant serves American food in a family-friendly setting, which removes the dinner search after a long day. The Tulsa Performing Arts Center is a few steps away for a show. Guests give it 8.4 out of 10 from 397 reviews, and I would book it for a short city break.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tulsa Downtown - Route 66
Tulsa
429 reviews
Pet-friendly downtown hotel with free breakfast near the Convention Center
Check availabilityWhy guests love itRooms with a microwave and a refrigerator make the La Quinta Inn & Suites Tulsa Downtown - Route 66 practical for families who like simple meals in the room. Some units add a seating area with a sofa, breakfast is free, and parking on site is free too. The Tulsa Convention Center is a 5-minute walk away. The hotel is pet-friendly, and I would pick it as an easy downtown base rather than a place with activities for children.
Local tips
- 1Book The Mayo Hotel or Hotel Indigo for BOK Center concerts; The Mayo is 500 metres from the arena, so you can skip event parking.
- 2Choose Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown or Hyatt Place Tulsa/Downtown for a show at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, which sits next door or a few steps away.
- 3Pick the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in the Arts District if you want a pool all year, since it is the indoor option on this page.
- 4Travelling with a dog? Hyatt Regency, La Quinta, Residence Inn and Hotel Indigo all list pet-friendly rooms downtown.
- 5Use the free airport shuttles at Fairfield Inn & Suites and Hotel Indigo; the Fairfield is about eleven kilometres from Tulsa International Airport.
- 6Plan a car or ride for Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, which is in Catoosa east of the city, not within walking distance of downtown.