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A gym with a squat rack, bench, and dumbbells.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and water bottles.

1. Hampton Inn Lawrence

Deerfield, 2.5 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Fayek

P6,563

P7,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A walk-in closet with multiple shelves for clothing, a hanging rod for jackets, and a shoe rack.

A hotel reception area with two counters labeled "Hello" and "Marriott Bonvoy," a black wall with icons for "Stay," "Work," and "Play," and a shelf with snacks and beverages.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

2. TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

Downtown Lawrence, 0.4 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Rodney

P8,726

P10,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a blue patterned wall.

A room with two beverage dispensers, a magazine rack, and a wooden wall panel.

A reception desk with a stone mosaic wall, a Kansas Jayhawks banner, and a digital kiosk.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Gabriella

P5,263

P6,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple levels of seating and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern office space with a stone wall, a desktop computer, two leather chairs, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, red armchairs, and a coffee table. There are multiple seating areas and a stone accent wall.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

2.7 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Lois

P5,804

P6,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "THE OREAD".

A stone building with multiple windows and balconies, surrounded by outdoor seating areas.

A spacious room with stone arches, large windows with curtains, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A kitchen with a large island, stone walls, and a view of the landscape.

5. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Oread, 0.6 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Chi Thanh Thi

P7,288

P8,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A stone wall with a water feature and flower beds.

A hotel lobby with a maroon awning labeled "Lobby" and a Pepsi vending machine.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a shower area, and a tiled floor.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Virginia Inn & Suites" on an orange wall.

6. Virginia Inn

Deerfield, 3.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Rich

P4,228

P4,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel lobby with a round table, blue chairs, a sofa, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the outside through large windows, a poolside lounge area with white chairs, and a visible poolside bar area.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a blue armchair, a desk with a computer, and a large window with curtains.

A long, narrow hallway with doors on both sides, a tiled floor, and a plain ceiling with recessed lighting.

7. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Auldin

P5,356

P6,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining set.

A building with a gabled roof, a central entrance with a door, and a sign indicating reserved parking.

A home office with a desk, computer, and chair. There is a dining area with chairs and a table.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a menu, and framed pictures on the walls.

8. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

Sunset Hills, 2.9 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Sharedi

P5,271

P6,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A reception area with a marble counter, two potted plants, a patterned rug, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A Days Inn with a two-story building, a parking lot, and a clear blue sky.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a reception desk.

A compact kitchen unit with a refrigerator, microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Dorothy

P3,777

P4,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a staircase, and a large glass door leading outside.

A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining area, and a reception desk.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a service cart, and a visible exit door.

A 6-story motel with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

10. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

North Lawrence, 3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Jennifer

P3,880

P4,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed with a red accent.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, including the poolside seating and the adjacent room with a door and window.

A Stone Hill Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent signboard and a well-lit facade.

11. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Gateway, 8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Bonnie

P6,883

P8,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

A modern building with a sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Sheri

P6,932

P8,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window.

A hotel exterior with a blue awning, outdoor seating area, and snow-covered ground.

A breakfast buffet with labeled sections for eggs, waffles, and bagels.

A snack kiosk with various packaged snacks and beverages, a coffee machine, and a sign for a local items shop.

13. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

6.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Linda S.

P5,069

P5,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden ceiling structure.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, a lamp, a framed picture, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a wooden door.

A buffet area with various food options, including fresh waffles, fruits, and cereals.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Staci

P4,429

P5,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

15. 2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

4.9 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Joyce

P19,544

P41,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Community Museum of History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Lawrence	9.4 Exceptional 999 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 625 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff and professional. They upgraded our room for free. We went during the world cup twice. Highly recommend"

Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

10/10 Excellent

"Desk clerk was super nice and very helpful!!"

Super 8 by Wyndham Gardner

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for the UK visit"

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

8/10 Good

"Clean. comfortable bed and pillows. super friendly front desk staff. Hot water shower, good water pressure. Microwave, coffee in the room. Squeeze bottles on the wall in bathroom for 2 shampoo in shower, body wash, lotion by sink. Buffet breakfast was good. Apples, cuties, waffles, eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, muffins, Milk, yogurt, juice, bread, PB, jelly, honey. Easy access, plenty of parking, well lit, safe. Pool was nice, clean, warm, hot tub was great! Gym treadmill older had to play with the plug to get it to work. Old elliptical, bench with free weights."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Olathe

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, clean facility!"

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel and friendly staff, will definitely stay here again."

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, convenient and a great value."

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay."

Holiday Inn Express Kansas City-Bonner Springs by IHG

8/10 Good

"All was good no major dislikes."

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Lawrence Arts Center

8.6/10 (93 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Lawrence Arts Center during your stay in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

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Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit during your travels in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

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Hobbs Park Memorial

Find out about the history of Lawrence when you spend time at Hobbs Park Memorial. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

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Theatre Lawrence

8.0/10 (69 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Theatre Lawrence during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

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Massachusetts Street

After visiting Massachusetts Street, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lawrence.

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David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Catch an event at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music and theater scene.

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Spencer Museum of Art

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Home to an extensive art and anthropology collection, this museum has an array of artefacts from the four corners of the globe.

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Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center

7.8/10 (39 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watkins Community Museum of History?

Watkins Community Museum of History is located in a welcoming area of Lawrence that travelers like for its sporting events and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 76 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Watkins Community Museum of History?

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Watkins Community Museum of History. Other good choices within a few miles include Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence and Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Watkins Community Museum of History?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Watkins Community Museum of History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watkins Community Museum of History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Watkins Community Museum of History.

What can I see and do near Watkins Community Museum of History?

Study the collections at Spencer Museum of Art, Booth Family Hall of Athletics, or Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit. You can catch a show at Theatre Lawrence, Lied Center of Kansas, and The University Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Hobbs Park Memorial and Riverfront Park off-leash dog area.

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Our top choices for Watkins Community Museum of History hotels

1. Hampton Inn Lawrence

2. TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

5. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Virginia Inn

7. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

8. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

9. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

10. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

11. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

13. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

14. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

15. 2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

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Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Super 8 by Wyndham Gardner

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Olathe

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

Holiday Inn Express Kansas City-Bonner Springs by IHG

Other attractions near Watkins Community Museum of History

Lawrence Arts Center

Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit

Hobbs Park Memorial

Theatre Lawrence

Massachusetts Street

David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium

Spencer Museum of Art

Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center

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