StayAreasIs Airport a good place to stay in Indianapolis?
Yes, if you have an early flight, a car or a race at the Speedway. Hotels are good value, but there's nothing to walk to.
Stay here if
- Early-flight travellers
- Race fans with a car
- Budget travellers
Look elsewhere if
- You want to walk to sights
- You don't have a car
- You want nightlife
Stations and airports
15 min to Monument Circle. Most hotels run free airport shuttles. IndyGo bus 8 runs from the airport to downtown, but a car or taxi is easiest.
- From Indianapolis International Airport (IND)Free hotel shuttles from the terminal5 min
Hotels in Airport
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Staying in Airport
The airport area is the practical place to stay in Indianapolis for an early flight or a race. Hotels are a few minutes from the terminal, most run free shuttles, and downtown and the Speedway are a short drive away.
The area is made up of chain hotels, offices and car parks along the highways, with little street life. Most guests are business travellers and people catching early flights, though race weeks bring fans heading to the Speedway.
The downside is that there's nothing to walk to, so you need a car or taxis to see the city. Downtown's restaurants and bars are about 15 minutes away.
What makes the airport area worth it is the value. Rooms cost far less than downtown during big events, and you can still be at a Colts game or the Speedway in under half an hour.
Airport questions
Is Airport a good area to stay in Indianapolis?
Yes, if you have an early flight, a car or a race at the Speedway. Hotels are good value, but there's nothing to walk to. It suits early-flight travellers, race fans with a car and budget travellers.
How much does a hotel in Airport cost?
A typical double is around $135 a night at a budget hotel, $175 mid-range and $190 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Airport?
About 5 minutes door to door: Free hotel shuttles from the terminal.