Local Attractions

Rupp Arena, part of The Lexington Center, is located in a very walkable area of downtown Lexington, KY. The Center is conveniently situated within 10 miles from 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 offer special pricing and courtesy holds for FNU commencement guests:

Best Western Parkside Inn - Frankfort

80 Chenault Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 (23.7 miles from the venue, via I-64 E) - 20 rooms per day held for the following 2023 dates: 9/22 & 9/23. Room type(s): Double Queen. Rate: $102 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Book by phone: 502.695.6111. You must mention “Frontier Nursing University” to book with this offer. The offer ends on 7/22/2022 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

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 2023 dates: 9/22 - 9/23. Room type(s): 5 Single King ($164 + tax) or 5 Double Queen ($174 + 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. The offer ends on 8/22/2022 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Candlewood Suites - Lexington

603 Adcolor Drive, Lexington, KY 40511 (2.0 miles from the venue, via Newtown Pike) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2023 dates: 9/22 - 9/23. Room type(s): Single Queen Studios Rate: $159 + 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. The offer ends on 8/31/2022 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) - 10 rooms per day held for the following 2023 dates: 9/22 & 9/23. Room type(s): King one-bedroom Suite Rate: $175 + 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. The offer ends on 8/31/2023 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.

Holiday Inn - Lexington/Hamburg

1976 Justice Drive, Lexington, KY 40509 (6.7 miles from the venue, via Sir Barton Way & Winchester Rd) - Rooms held for the following 2023 dates: 9/22 & 9/23. Room type(s): 10 single King/ 10 double Queen; Rate: $149 + tax. A credit card is required for a security guarantee. Refunds are available if requested within the cancellation window. Group Code: FRN CLICK HERE to book online or call 1-888-HOLIDAY. When calling, you must mention “FRN” to book with this offer. The offer ends on 9/8/2023 or when rooms are filled, whichever comes first.