Hotel Guide: Indianapolis, Indiana

So you've found yourself in Indianapolis, Indiana, but yet, you have one small problem - you have no idea where to stay. Since you are staying in this sprawling metropolitan area, which is also the state of Indiana's capitol, there seemingly is a plethora of hotels in which you can slumber in. It does not matter whether you are a business traveler, coming to Indianapolis after reading Forbes Magazines' article "Best U.S. Metropolitan Areas for Businesses and Careers," which named this city tenth out of two-hundred, or if you are merely a tourist, passer-by, or a family visitor, there is a hotel in this wonderful city that is just perfect for you! However, seeing that there are so many perfect hotels, how can one decide? Well, I have researched and reviewed the top three of these hotels for your consideration. So sit along for the ride - well, read - of your life!

The first hotel in which I reviewed is the Conrad Indianapolis. This four-and-a-half star hotel is centrally located in the beautifully downtown Indianapolis area. This hotel is brand new, opening in 2006, is only a mere half-mile away from the Indiana State Museum, and is within five miles of many other amazing city attractions. Are you wanting to relax while in this town? No problem, all guests can enjoy a health sap with sauna and steam rooms - with a surcharge - a fitness room, and an indoor pool and spa tub for those cold Indiana winter days. The Conrad offers 241 guestrooms in its 23-story frame. All of these rooms come with the Conrad's signature bedding and every single room comes with a 42-inch plasma TV with premium channels (WOW!). Another GREAT amenity is every room comes with complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, cordless phones, voice mail, and desks with adjustable lamps. This hotel is absolutely one of pure luxury and style - definitely highly recommended.

The second hotel in which I reviewed is the Marriott Indianapolis Downtown. This solid four-star hotel is located, obviously, downtown, and is within a mile of the Indiana State Museum and Capital, as well as the Indianapolis Zoo and White River Gardens. Are you a business traveler? Well, you will appriciate the on-site business center outfitted with high-speed Internet access. All guests are invited to take advantage of the fitness center, indoor pool, and spa tub. The Marriott Indianapolis Downtown is a 19-story hotel with 587 guestrooms, all of which come well equipped with minibars, coffeemakers, and cable TV with premium channels. Need Internet access? Well, the hotels Wired-for-Business program offers high-speed Internet access, as well as unlimited local and long-distance phone calls. All of this is available for only $9.95 (subject to change).

The last hotel in which I reviewed is the Omni Severin Hotel. This historical hotel was built in 1913 and was recently restored to its original grandeur. This downtown hotel sits across from the historic Union Station. So if you are a traveler that is wanting to take advantage of the historical side of Indianapolis, than the Omni Severin Hotel is just right for you. This 13-story historic hotel offers 424 guestrooms. Some of the various views guests can enjoy are of the historic Union Station, Pan Am Plaza, or the downtown skyline. Several amenities include Web TV and high-speed Internet access to keep you up to par with your e-mailing. This hotel is the best of both worlds - or shall I say, centuries.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Omni Severin Hotel
40 Jackson Pl.
Indianapolis, IN 46225

Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
350 West Maryland St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225

Conrad Indianapolis
30 South Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204