THE OREAD LAWRENCE, TAPESTRY COLLECTION BY HILTON, Lawrence

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection By Hilton - A hilltop hotel with rooftop terrace views and campus-inspired architecture

Perched on a hilltop overlooking the University of Kansas campus, this Lawrence hotel features a distinctive limestone building that blends collegiate gothic architecture with modern amenities. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection By Hilton offers rooms equipped with 55-inch HDTVs, granite bathrooms, electronic safes, mini-fridges, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Two dining venues include Rock & Hawk, an elevated sports club serving craft beers and game-day cuisine, and The Nest on Ninth, a rooftop bar open Thursday through Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM. The property encompasses 18000 square feet of event space, including the only rooftop venue in Lawrence and multiple ballrooms. The Tapestry Collection property includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, the 1865 KU Boutique selling university merchandise, and underground self-parking. Positioned beside KU's main campus, the hotel stands within 0.5 miles of the KU Natural History Museum and Watkins Museum of History.

Pros

Rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the Kaw River Valley and campus

Underground self-parking garage available for guests

Located steps from Memorial Stadium and campus landmarks

300-thread-count sheets and spa-like bathrooms in all rooms

Cons

Parking incurs an additional fee of $20 per day

Limited operating hours at The Nest rooftop bar