21C MUSEUM HOTEL LEXINGTON, Lexington

21C Museum Hotel Lexington - A Contemporary Art Museum Hotel in a Historic Bank Building

Located in downtown Lexington's historic Fayette National Bank Building, this 4-star contemporary art museum hotel features over 7000 square feet of exhibition space. Originally designed by McKim, Mead and White, the property has been transformed by award-winning firm Deborah Berke Partners. 21C Museum Hotel Lexington showcases rotating solo and group exhibitions alongside site-specific art installations throughout the building. The Lockbox restaurant sources ingredients from Kentucky's limestone-rich soil through local providers. This unique Lexington hotel offers five private gallery spaces, a conference room for 12 people, and a main gallery accommodating up to 250 guests for receptions. Guest amenities include 24-hour valet service, a business center, and laundry facilities.

Pros

Housed in a historic bank building with preserved architectural features

Exhibition spaces showcase contemporary artworks that rotate regularly

Located at the intersection of major downtown thoroughfares

Restaurant features locally-sourced ingredients and seasonal menus

Cons

9.5 miles distance from Blue Grass Airport

Limited on-site parking options