1857 Hotel

Kentucky


This chic downtown property tucks into a repurposed industrial building from 1857 (hence the name). The 10 loft-like rooms preserve the exposed brick and beamed ceilings, but the furniture and art is all modern. No two rooms are designed exactly alike. Noise can be an issue, but staff can direct you to one of the quieter rooms.

The hotel also rents out two larger apartments at a building around the corner.


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