Indianapolis, IndianaDowntown
InterContinental Indianapolis by IHG
Restored Beaux-Arts landmark
Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana
Opened
2025
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LuxeOutside the door
The house
IHGRestored Beaux-Arts landmark
The 1925 office tower now operates as a grand downtown hotel, crowned by a rooftop lounge above Monument Circle.
“Stepping through the brass-framed doors of InterContinental Indianapolis feels like entering a love letter to the city’s golden age.”
What it’s good at
Notable
A three-story hand-blown glass chandelier anchors the lobby staircase framed in Italian marble.
Notable
A restored 1925 limestone landmark with original bas-relief panels and brass doors.
Listed
Beautyrest Black mattresses and Byredo bath amenities outfit the skyline-facing guest rooms.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Forbes Travel Guide.
Housed in a restored 11-story landmark in downtown Indianapolis, the InterContinental brings a refreshing sense of luxury to the city.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Monument Circle sits steps from the entrance, and the Indiana State Capitol is a block down Market Street.
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The rooms
Every room has a full wet bar and skyline views. Select suites add deep soaking tubs set beside wide windows.
The gym
Peloton bikes and rowers face a backlit wall that simulates daylight. A hydration station dispenses sparkling and electrolyte water.
Astrea Rooftop Bar
Outdoor firepits warm the eleventh-floor terrace, where botanical cocktails and seafood towers accompany weekend DJ sets.
At the table
Serliana serves French-inspired dishes along a Calacatta marble bar. Friday evenings bring live jazz, followed by Saturday afternoon tea.
How it began
The 1925 Illinois Building was listed among Indiana's most endangered landmarks before a full restoration revived the downtown property.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.