Columbia Heights
Lexington
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Popular places to visit
Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Horse Park is a favorite place to visit in Lexington and nearby activities include horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
University of Kentucky
Explore the campus of University of Kentucky, during your travels in Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Buffalo Trace Distillery
You can take time to visit Buffalo Trace Distillery during your travels to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.
Lexington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Lexington Convention Center during your trip to Lexington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Keeneland Racing Course
Enjoy a trip to Keeneland Racing Course and popular activities like horseback riding in Lexington. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Rupp Arena
Catch an event at Rupp Arena, and enjoy other activities in Lexington such as horseback riding. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Things to do
Lexington: Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour and Scenic Bluegrass
Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms
Experience Rebecca Ruth Chocolate Tour & Museum!
Buffalo Trace, Bulleit, Pappy & Co. and Rabbit Hole Bourbon Tour
Lexington: Downtown Walking Food & History Tour
Top hotels in Columbia Heights
Holiday Inn Express Lexington Horse Park Area by IHG
"Bathroom sink was dirty and clearly not cleaned before we got there. Long blonde hair all over the sink. Shower was okay, just seemed a little dirty and not cleaned overall. Front staff was incredibly nice."
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington South / Hamburg
"It was wonderful, staff were helpful, rooms were clean."
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026
Hilton Lexington/Downtown
"Poorly maintained rooms. Not worth the price at all. Rooms smelt so strong of stale water when using the air-conditioning it made it difficult to sleep. Lumpy and worn carpets. Expect better"
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
The Manchester
"Beautiful hotel, excellent service from front desk, to bartenders and valet drivers(Jason, Jarvis & Sam). Our room was very clean. The rooms are expensive though which would be the only reason we would not be back."
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington
"Unique hotel with all of the great Double Tree amenities plus a spectacular New Orleans style decor. It’s an amazing hotel and a great place to stay. The Atrium Restaurant in the hotel has great cheeseburgers too!!!!!"
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa
"The check in was chaotic and the check-in person wasn’t friendly or welcoming. She was blunt and to the point. There was no one to greet us or welcome us into the hotel or guide us or ask us if we needed anything. I had to keep asking questions. I had to ask a staff twice if they would bring cups ..."
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
Where to stay in Columbia Heights
Downtown Lexington
While visiting Downtown Lexington, you might make a stop by sights like Lexington Opera House and Rupp Arena.
Liberty Area
If you're spending some time in Liberty Area, Hamburg Place and Hamburg Pavilon are top sights worth seeing.
Northside District
If you're spending some time in Northside District, Lexington Opera House and West Sixth Brewing are top sights worth seeing.
Georgetown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Georgetown and surrounding area, you can visit Rupp Arena and Lexington Opera House.
Historic South Hill
While Historic South Hill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lexington Memorial Coliseum and Rupp Arena.
