This Aloft is the newest Marriott branded hotel located in downtown Indy. As of my last visit Dec…read more2025, everything still feels brand new, even through it has been open for months now. Highlights: */- location- while not directly on the circle, you are a short minute walk away. Plus you are 15 minutes to either Mass Ave or Gainbridge. Also if you're looking to make your trip a bit economical, you can walk ~5 minutes to Whole Foods to grab snacks. + friendly and helpful staff + typical Aloft branded offerings. Their lobby area is actually one of my favorites as it does offer additional seating behind the check in area with TVs , including an area in what was once an old bank vault +spacious rooms with separate small table nook with seating * tall shower height and decent water pressure Quirks/considerations: - check-in/out times: while not an issue during my stay , the official checkin time is actually 4pm and check out is officially 11am -auto light shutoff- while sitting in room reading, the lights would auto shut off every 15-20 minutes due to my stillness. The only light I found not attached to this "feature" was a small bedside light. -/+ the do allow pets so if that's an issue for you , ask/seek out a pet free room -valet is $52 a day. Sadly this seems to be the norm for hotels. Seek out nearby lots/street parking or apps such as parking spot hero to see if there are other cheaper options - noise, especially at night and from echoing cop sirens. Like many hotels downtown the walls are stupid thin and the higher up the better. Sadly this hotels ranks as one of the worst for noise for all of the Marriotts downtown for me. If you are really wanting to stay on the circle, the Sheraton and even potentially the Le Meridian are better options but again, they will have some quirks as well. Overall another option when looking to stay in downtown Indy.

I considered Aloft Indianapolis Downtown for hotel stay because of its distance from Indiana…read moreStatehouse, which was near the course start and finish for CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Half Marathon. Along with that, I loved its Expedia rating of (9.2/10 out of 106 verified reviews). It was those things that won me over and led me into booking a room with Aloft Indianapolis Downtown. My experience with the classy receptionist working behind the desk was nothing less than professional. Since my room was already booked through Expedia, the only thing check-in consisted of was a verification of my information, a briefing on what the hotel offers, and giving me my room key. For your information check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out ends at 11:00AM! Upon locating and walking into my room, I could not help but adore how beautiful and artsy it appeared. From the colorful pillows on the furniture to the colorful carpeting underneath the bed, as well as the tilted mirror near the door, I was totally charmed out of my panties at first sight. To provide privacy while showering or utilizing the toilet, there was a slide door present which I discovered as I got settled in. Inside of the shower, there were liquid products by drybar attached to the wall. As an avid traveler, I have noticed that hotels have completely dealt away with the mini shampoo, bath soap, and conditioner products that made great travel hygiene additions. Along with those notable things inside of the room, it met my cleanliness standards. I had no issues whatsoever getting comfortable and sleeping in the lovely king-sized bed during my stay as my head was engulfed in between the comfortable pillows. While utilizing the shower, I really enjoyed the water pressure; the soothing pressure of the water made me feel very cleansed during each usage. It was wonderful toggling with the spray patterns by the twist of the showerhead, with the addictive feel of the pressure hitting my face and body. Other things the room came with that I noticed were a steamer, blow dryer, a coffee maker (Hamilton Beach), a mini smartfridge, a cute 1962 Marshall radio, a safe, and a few tables with USB and electrical outlets built in. And the Wi-Fi internet was easy to connect to and not once did I have any connectivity issues with it during my stay. Aloft Indianapolis Downtown had spiffy looking inner interior. Onsite I saw a laundry room that I personally did not use. As a fitness enthusiast, it was great having a fitness center onsite because it allowed me to keep up with my fitness routines while vacationing in Indianapolis. And inside of the fitness center, I was impressed to see the number of dumbbell weights, medicine balls, and a decent selection of workout machines that I enjoyed during my stay. If you are visiting the city of Indianapolis, Aloft Indianapolis Downtown sits not only within acceptable walking distance of a plethora of restaurants and businesses, but Circle Centre Mall, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the intriguing Soldiers and Sailors Monument as well. Restaurants that I visited during my short stay and recommend visiting are Slapfish, Good Vibes Cafe Bar, Command Coffee, and Giorgio's Pizza which are within a short walking distance of the hotel. I would surely book with Aloft Indianapolis Downtown again not only because my comfort needs were met, but the hotel is within an accessible distance of things of interest to me in Indianapolis, and I felt well taken care of. It also made my day to encounter the receptionists, who congratulated me, and took my picture once I arrived after completing CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Half Marathon. ~ Good vibes coming your way ~ Thomas G

MORRIS-BUTLER HOUSE IS A HISTORIC LANDMARK IN INDIANAPOLIS…read more======================================================== John Morris commissioned the construction of this home in 1864. His family lived there until 1878 when Noble Butler purchased the home. The Butler's lived there until 1957. Indiana Landmarks recued the deteriorated home in 1964 and they home was restored. Eli Lily, is a founder of the Indiana Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. It was opened as a museum in 1969. The restoration of the Morris-Butler House is in the historic Old Northside. It appears that it's undergoing another renovation right now in 2025 as you can see be all the scaffolding in my photo. The space can be rented for weddings, luncheons, teas, dinners, lectures and meetings.

I was at an event at the Indiana Landmarks Center today and got a little bit of time to check out…read morethe Morris-Butler House adjacent to it. Just a little history - the house takes its name from two families who lived there in the 19th century. This Civil War era house was commissioned in 1864 by John Morris on land once owned by Butler University founder Ovid Butler. The Morris-Butler House in Indianapolis takes its name from two families who lived there in the nineteenth century. In 1864, John Morris commissioned the construction of his home on land once owned by Ovid Butler, the founder of Butler University. While this neighborhood has seen its better days, at the time this was a new suburb and one of Indy's most prestigious areas. The Morris family stayed until 1878. Three years later, bankruptcy lawyer Noble butler moved in with his wife and seven children. They were in the home until Florence Butler (the youngest daughter) died in 1957. By this time, the neighborhood was heading downhill - Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana (now Indiana Landmarks) rescued the home with an assist by Eli Lilly himself (Lilly was a founder of Indiana Landmarks). The home opened as a museum in 1969. Saving the home also helped save Central Avenue United Methodist Church - now the home of Indiana Landmarks. The home is more an event space now than a museum, though it does retain many historic furnishings. Much of the first floor is, somewhat surprisingly, wheelchair friendly thanks to an "elevette" from a private parking court. The home is built in the Second Empire Style. It is a beautiful setting for small weddings (think no more than 40). receptions, dinners, special events, etc. On the first floor, you can rent the formal parlor, dining room, and library - all three of these are wheelchair accessible. I don't think other areas would be considered accessible, though that's to be expected with a historic home (so I'm not docking my usual star for lack of access - I feel like Indiana Landmarks does the best it can and goes above and beyond). As a wheelchair user, I'm always a bit frustrated in historic settings - and yet, I love historic settings. I'm grateful I finally got the chance to check out the Morris-Butler House.

Came here for the NCAA Final Four Fan Fest 2026 and had a blast! The kids enjoyed themselves too…read more There was so much to do, see, and experience. From freebies to fun pop-ups with games, we spent a long time here and still didn't get to see everything. They really did a great job with this event. There were so many interactive activities, giveaways, photo booths, and even free haircuts, which was such a nice touch! One of the highlights was when my husband made a trick shot and won me a letterman jacket, the best prize of the day! I love it! Since we were there for a while, we ended up getting food, which was a little pricey, but the lady working was super nice and hooked us up. We ordered chicken tenders and got way more than we paid for, so that was a win. All of the kids walked away happy, tired, and full of fun memories. I'm so glad we got to experience this!

I finally got to go to GenCon this year, and wow! I got lost in the convention center SO MANY…read moreTIMES, and I definitely didn't even see all of it in the 5 days I was there. I loved the way they set up the installations of different vendors and game developers/distributers. Loved that the convention center seems to switch themes depending on what event is happening. The plae was clean, the workers were nice, and I'll be back next year I Hope!

Such a lovely stay. The owner is well-traveled and has met many interesting and famous people. The…read morehouse is decorated with photos of his adventures and celebrities.

First bed and breakfast. Gary was an excellent host and the perfect amount of helpful but not…read moreintrusive. Would recommend to everyone.

There is a reason this staff was hired to welcome people to Indianapolis. They will go out of their…read moreway to explain directions and tips to enjoying your time in Indianapolis. They have Nicey popsicles available which is a game changer on a hot summer day. They have other novelty items but it does seem to be a classic tourist drop in. It located right at the entrance of White River state park so it is a good place to drop in for restrooms as well!

It seemed a bit barren and the use of space was not the best. But they had restrooms and HOOSIER…read moreDADDY shirts, so, yeah, there ya go.

Best campground hands down! Great people! Occasional bands, monthly activities and karaoke on…read moreSaturday night!

I had no idea this building was in the city until I attended a Candlelight Concert here. Parking…read morewas convenient (and FREE) There is a lot in front of the entrance, which for a larger event, might fill up quickly, but street parking is also available. I have attended a Candlelight Concert in the past at a different location and what a stunning space THIS was. The ambience was everything! The musicians were fabulous! And just when we thought the evening was over, the musicians offered to play one last tribute to Drake. What a wonderful evening it was at this beautiful historic building!

This is an appreciation post for the bel tower that has brought so much joy to our family since it…read morewas repaired and brought back to life towards the end of last year. During the holiday season, we enjoyed hearing the nightly 6pm bells play different festive songs. The 8am bell tells us if we're running late for school and the noon bell is a sweet reminder to soak in the small stuff during the hustle of the work day. I'm so grateful for the cheer these bells bring to the neighborhood. Dare I say that it transports me to Europe every time the bells chime? It's that good. If you're looking to visit the Landmarks Center, they roll out the red carpet every other month for first Friday. Can't wait to take our kiddos next month.

This is a very tranquil park. It is one way in and one way out, with a designated entrance and…read moreexit. There are a lot of parking available between three separate areas. The park has a very nice and soothing waterfall near the entrance. The park also has a small area with some picnic tables and there is a lot of shaded areas here. I was surprised to see a bathroom facility here, but it is under renovation at the time of this review. The park is a large garden composed of many smaller gardens such as the Memorial Veterans Garden, and the Enabling Garden. The center piece of the park is a triple gazebo that is very picturesque and can be rented. Even though it is not park of the park, I found another picturesque spot right off of it, a historic iron truss bridge. It spans the White Lick Creek and runs into the White Lick Creek Trail. The park is home to a veterans memorial and a statue that depicts a man holding a child, with two older children playing with a dog at his feet.The sculpture titled "a Celebration of Family values", is meant to signify The Dura builders family dedication to the town of Plainfield. You will also find many dedications and memorials in this park by some of the trees and in areas like the small fountain near the exit and the sundial sculpture across from the gazebos. The park has nice paths that run through it and are connected to a larger network of trails such as the aforementioned White Lick Creek Trail. This is a nice refection park that has a calming peace about it and is very soothing, even though it is located right off of a main thoroughfare. It does not have a shortage of benches. It feeds into some nice trails and offers some nice backdrops for pictures.

Here on Plainfield there are a series of very nice parks. I spent a few minutes in the afternoon…read morerelaxing at the friendship gardens. Technically, I took my son here to work on photos for his photography class. There are many interesting features to take picture of such as the waterfall and gazebo. You can walk in the park and it is connected to other parks and trails. Also good for bile riding too.