What is Downtown Lawrence like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Lawrence's Downtown Lawrence neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Lawrence Arts Center and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit as part of your Downtown Lawrence travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Lawrence?

Based on our traveller data, TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Lawrence. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from University of Kansas, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Lawrence area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Lawrence, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Downtown Lawrence hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Lawrence, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Downtown Lawrence.

What can I see and do in this Lawrence neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in Downtown Lawrence, head to Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit, Lawrence Arts Center and Watkins Community Museum of History. When you're sightseeing in Lawrence, Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center and South Park Wading Pool are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Downtown Lawrence Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Lawrence hotels

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

Downtown Lawrence

Matthew

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Springhill Suites by Marriott Lawrence

Downtown Lawrence

Kevin

RM594 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3.7 km from Downtown Lawrence

Heather

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Gateway, 7.9 km from Downtown Lawrence

jill

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jul - 31 Jul

Super 8 by Wyndham De Soto

22.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

Stacey

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Hampton Inn Lawrence

Deerfield, 2.4 km from Downtown Lawrence

Phung

RM606 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

North Lawrence, 2.5 km from Downtown Lawrence

Tara

RM297 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

5.6 km from Downtown Lawrence

Dale

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Tru by Hilton Lawrence

6 km from Downtown Lawrence

John T

RM428 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.4 km from Downtown Lawrence

Jaimi

RM433 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

3.7 km from Downtown Lawrence

David

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Oread, 0.9 km from Downtown Lawrence

Michael

RM768 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Virginia Inn

Deerfield, 3 km from Downtown Lawrence

Amy

RM284 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

5 km from Downtown Lawrence

RM2,802 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

Sunset Hills, 2.8 km from Downtown Lawrence

April

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

2.3 km from Downtown Lawrence

Roland

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

William

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jul - 5 Jul

Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.1 km from Downtown Lawrence

Robert

RM248 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

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Where to stay in Downtown Lawrence

Find the best Downtown Lawrence areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Oread

While visiting Oread, you might make a stop by sights like South Park Wading Pool and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit.

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East Lawrence

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Lawrence and surrounding area, you can visit Hobbs Park Memorial and Lawrence Arts Center.

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Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills might not have many top sights, but Lied Center of Kansas and Orchards Corners are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Hillcrest

While Hillcrest isn't home to many top sights, David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium and Allen Fieldhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Deerfield

While there might not be top attractions in Deerfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Indoor Aquatic Center and Lied Center of Kansas.

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