Ironworks Hotel

Top choice in Indianapolis


With design touches forged from industrial parts from an abandoned Wisconsin iron foundry, this 2017 newcomer to Indy is a boutique gamechanger. The lobby is an Industrial Age–chic jawdropper highlighted by a massive American flag of interconnecting machinery parts by artist Jim Spelman. Steel girders, reclaimed barnwood and worn leather feature throughout, including in the 120 fantastic rooms.

With four bars and restaurants on the premises (including the recommended Provisions), there's hardly a reason to leave. It's located near Keystone Crossing, a swanky North Indy dining and shopping area.


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