2025 Local Attractions

Rupp Arena, our ceremony venue, is located in a very walkable area of downtown Lexington, Ky. The Center is conveniently situated within 10 miles of both I-64 and I-75 and just under 6 miles from Blue Grass Airport. There are numerous hotels and restaurants within easy reach. Below are some links to help you plan your trip:

Area Lodging

The following hotels offered special pricing and courtesy holds for 2025 FNU commencement guests:

 

Holiday Inn Express - Versailles

365 Commerce Drive, Versailles, KY 40383 (12.4 miles from the venue, via US 60) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 & 9/27. Room type(s): 5 Single King ($289 + tax) or 5 Double Queen ($299+ tax). A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online or call 859-873-5501. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/29/25 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Holiday Inn - Lexington/Hamburg

1976 Justice Dr, Lexington, KY 40509 (6.9 miles from the venue, via Sir Barton Way & Winchester Rd) - 20 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 & 9/27. Room type(s): Single King (sleeps 2); Double King standard with sofa bed (sleeps 4). Rate: $139 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online. Offer ends 8/27/25 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Homewood Suites by Hilton - Lexington/Hamburg

2033 Bryant Road, Lexington, KY 40509 (6.9 miles from the venue, via Sir Barton Way & Winchester Rd) - 20 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 & 9/27. Room type(s): 15 single King and 5 Double Queen. Rate: $143 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online or call 859-543-0464. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/22/25 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Comfort Inn & Suites  - Lexington/Hamburg

2400 Buena Vista Road, Lexington, KY 40505 (5.8 miles from the venue, via Winchester Rd) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 & 9/27. Room type(s): 5 Single King and 5 Double Queen. Rate: $114 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online or call 844-960-2355. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/26/2025 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Hampton Inn  - Lexington/Hamburg

2251 Elkhorn Road, Lexington, KY 40505 (5.6 miles from the venue, via Winchester Rd) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 & 9/27. Room type(s): 5 Single King & 5 Double Queen. Rate: $199 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online or call 859-299-2613. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/27/2025 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Hyatt Place - Lexington/Hamburg

2001 Bryant Road, Lexington, KY 40509 (7.7 miles from the venue, via Winchester Rd) - 20 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 - 9/27. Room type(s): 10 Single King ($154 + tax) or 10 Double Queen ($164+ tax).  A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online – NOTE: you must select Book Now, input arrival and departure dates, and click Book Now again. The group code automatically populates our negotiated rate – OR call (859) 296-0091. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/29/2025 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Candlewood Suites - Lexington

603 Ad Color Drive, Lexington, KY 40511 (2 miles from the venue, via Newtown Pike) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2025 dates: 9/26 - 9/27. Room type(s): 5 Single Queen ($169 + tax) or 5 Double Queen ($179+ tax).  A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. CLICK HERE to book online or call 859-967-1940. When calling, you must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. Offer ends 8/29/2025 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.