Downtown Indianapolis hotels for 500 Festival weekend

JW for inventory, Conrad for luxury, Alexander and Omni for character, Hyatt for points. Race Day is still a drive to IMS.

Five downtown hotels serve the parade and the city half of May: JW Marriott, Conrad, The Alexander, Hyatt Regency, and Omni Severin. Speedway hotels are listed separately.

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The Lucas Oil 500 Festival Parade is Saturday, May 29, 2027 at noon downtown. Race Day is Sunday, May 30 at IMS. Book Friday–Monday if you are doing both.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I walk from downtown hotels to the Indianapolis 500?

No. IMS is about 6 miles west in Speedway. Downtown hotels walk to the Saturday parade, not to the bricks.

Which downtown hotel is best for the 500 Festival Parade?

Conrad and Hyatt Regency sit on the Washington / Capitol corridor. JW has the most rooms. Omni Severin is next to Union Station.

Is downtown a bad idea for Race Day?

It is a transfer, not a mistake. Leave extra time. If you want to be at the track for Carb Day and the green flag, Speedway is simpler.

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