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#10 of 89 hotels in Lexington
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4.8
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4.7
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4.6
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4.3
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21c Museum Hotel Lexington is a combination boutique hotel, contemporary art museum and restaurant in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. The hotel is housed in downtown Lexington's historic Fayette National Bank Building, the city's first skyscraper originally designed by famed New York architecture firm McKim, Mead & White. Woven into the fabric of downtown, 21c welcomes both visitors and the local community to enjoy the curated exhibitions and cultural programming. Our top priority is the safety and wellness of our teammates and guests. Our website has everything you need to know to return to travel with 21c. We can't wait to welcome you back to Lockbox and 21c Lexington!
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Baggage storage
Paid private parking nearby
Wifi
Restaurant
Special diet menus
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
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Ironing service
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Boutique
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English
Location
167 W Main St, Lexington, KY 40507-1397
21c Museum Hotel Lexington
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Great for walkers
Grade: 92 out of 100
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We stayed here for 2 nights to attend a family wedding at Castle & Key Distillery. The hotel is in a fabulous location right in the middle of town near lots of restaurants. We loved the sleek, modern, artwork-centric decor. The front desk staff was welcoming and offered us an in-room mini fridge at no charge when we casually mentioned needing ice to keep some drinks cold. We didn't get an opportunity to eat at the restaurant or take advantage of the free bourbon tasting, but they were nice perks to have on-site. Our room was HUGE and comfortable and the bathroom was even bigger and well-appointed. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Sarah and Lex Team, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Oct 10, 2023
Thanks Linda! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Please do not hesitate to reach out directly for any assistance with future reservations. Till Then, Sarah and Lex Team
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Location for concerts is great. Easy 8 minute walk to Rupp. Uber eats can easily find the hotel. Staff was super friendly. Parking is valet, which if you’re there for an event it’s cheaper than event parking.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Sarah and Lex Team, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Oct 22, 2023
Thanks Casey! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope that your future stays are even better. Best, Sarah and Lex Team
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Pretty bare bones hotel. If it weren’t for the art, I’d have been shaking my head. The tile in the hallways was a mess - really detracted from anything else that was good about the hotel. My two key criteria in a hotel are good bathroom lighting and great shower water pressure. This hotel passes both tests. Brooke, the bartender was great. Front desk staff was very underwhelming. Annoying when valets don’t know how to drive a stick. He was nice enough to walk us to our car. Meh experience.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sarah and Lex Team, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Oct 22, 2023
Thanks SinaporeSids, We appreciate all feedback as it gives us opportunity to improve. I will share your comments with our team. We hope that your next stay will be better than the last. Best, Sarah and Lex Team
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Underwhelmed. Good location and comfy beds. Nice display of artwork. The end. Small rooms with no place for luggage. We were on a high floor, but the traffic noise kept us awake all night…sirens, motorcycles and revved engines…windows did not block the noise. Front desk staff was uninspired and untrained. Couldn't answer questions about local sites and nearby historic main streets. 1 valet luggage cart for the entire hotel. The valet had to be hunted down every time we needed the car.And, a bathroom tub with no bath mat and a bathroom floor with no bath mats. Wanted breakfast before checking out, and the restaurant not open u til 10am on Sunday. Will not be returning to this brand. ( I typically do not leave a negative review, but no one here seemed to care about our comfort or our stay).…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Sarah and Lex Team, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Sep 7, 2023
Thank you for your review. We are sadden to hear that your stay was underwhelming. I will pass along your notes to our teams in hopes that we can correct the issues that you experienced. We hope that we can host you again in the future as I know we can show you our best. Till next time, Sarah and Lex Team
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We stayed at this hotel on a Monday night earlier this month. Despite very low occupancy, we were given a handicapped room even though we didn’t need one. Because there was no separation between the shower and bathroom, as needed should one be handicapped, the entire room flooded with even a quick shower. The sink was stopped up later in the evening, but we didn’t feel like calling maintenance that late. The hallway in front of our room had dirty broken tiles (see pics). The sheets and towels were ridiculously thin and worn. The front desk people were ok, but clearly no one really cared one way or the other. On a positive note, I very much appreciate 21c allowing pets. Given our experience, I do feel at least a partial refund is appropriate. This stay was far from worth the price paid. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Avoid this hotel. Nothing like it’s sister facility in nearby Louisville.
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Check in was easy but the simple act of parking to do so was harrowing. Room extremely small and the hallways a bit unwelcoming. It was, after all, an old bank building. Staff was quite good though. Not exactly my cup of tea, but it was okay.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Service was great! I asked for ice and it was delivered within 2 minutes. My tv was not working and when I alerted the front desk, an engineer was dispatched immediately tk fix the problem. Valet service was equally as fast and courteous.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Great location and loved the hotel!!! Staff was very responsive and friendly when we needed anything or had questions. Our room was clean, the beds were comfortable, bathroom lovely and their were pictures of white horses on the wall, which was a surprise and is my all time favorite(they were beautiful).The view from our room provided us w a Birds Eye view of downtown. The shampoo and conditioner I have to have!! Enjoyed the walk through the art gallery! I hope to return in the future we had the best time!!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Limited street parking , valet parking available or park in the parking garage, everything is...
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Response from Sarah and Lex Team, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Jul 18, 2023
Thank you for your review of your stay with us. We are glad you enjoyed your visit and hope that we can host you again in the future. Please do not hesitate to reach out at anytime for booking assistance. Best, Sarah and Lex Team
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Hotel is dirty, floors dirty. Not sure what the hype was about but from plumbing issues, brown water and poor response from hotel staff. Shower mold, carpet stained. Management needs some training and the bartender needs an assistant……..
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: impossible to get uber. no shuttle at hotel
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Response from Sarah Grindle, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for your review of your stay. I am sadden that you did not have nor enjoy your time with us. I will be looking in to the items that you have listed that were of issue during your stay in hopes we can prevent future occurrences from happening. Please let us know if you have any additional questions or would like to discuss more as I am all ears. I have updated your profile with us in hopes that we can gain your good opinion back. Sincerely Sarah Grindle Rooms Director
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My stay at 21C was very pleasant. All staff was very friendly and helpful. It’s a college town and the staff is younger and less formal than similar hotels in other cities … but very efficient. I enjoyed each interaction with them. My room was clean and comfortable. It’s an old building - so lots of charm.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
Room Tip: Valet is efficient.
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Response from Sarah Grindle, Other at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Responded Jun 2, 2023
Thanks Vicky, We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope that we can host you again in the future, so please do not hesitate to reach out at any time. Best, Sarah and Lex Team
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Which popular attractions are close to 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Nearby attractions include Rupp Arena (0.3 miles), University of Kentucky (0.06 miles), and The Kentucky Theater (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Yes, paid private parking nearby, paid public parking nearby, and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tony's of Lexington, Corto Lima, and Pies & Pints .
Are there opportunities to exercise at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Is 21c Museum Hotel Lexington located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Lexington.
Are any cleaning services offered at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at 21c Museum Hotel Lexington?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does 21c Museum Hotel Lexington offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.