I booked this inn because it was reasonably priced, rated a 4 star hotel (how??), and had decent…read morereviews. However I was very disappointed. We've stayed in several inns, airbnbs, etc and this by far was the worst. I contemplated booking a place elsewhere but they were all booked for the festival in lexington. This place is very dirty and ancient, not quant. Immediately you're hit in the face with several smells, some diffuser trying to overpower the bad smells. The inn keeper slept on the couch every time we walked in which was weird. The dog was cute. The minute we got into our room I smelled pee. My husband smelled cat litter but I think it was a combo of the pee and other gross scents mixed with their diffuser. I sniffed and found a pee scent on the bed, going through each layer of the sheets, smelling it but not seeing a stain. I told the inn keeper and she didn't believe me. She came up and said she didn't smell it. When I persisted, she went to the mattress layer and found a massive pee stain. Apparently an elderly couple who wore diapers stayed in there last. Since there were no extra rooms she suggested we took a mattress from a different room: but how if it was all full? Anyway she had me and my husband carry the pee mattress out and the new one in. Even after the change it still smelled so bad in the room. It was so dirty and I just felt disgusting sleeping here. They didn't even have hand soap, she said to use the face wash. Also, our door knob barely worked it was about to fall off. I poured myself wine in the room and the glasses were so musty smelling I couldn't even enjoy wine to try to get through the night. I could not have gotten out fast enough

The whole place looks old and tired & the website pictures have to be super old as nothing looks…read morelike the online pictures. Definitely needs a remodel/refresh and it appears that Pam needs help, other than just a cleaning crew. It needs pressuring washing, landscaping, tree trimming. I would give a 2.5 if that were an option. EXPERIENCE: The next morning, we go outside to walk to the main house/breakfast, and the dog, Sadie (a Golden Doodle I think), is barking in the parking lot. It was about 8:45 so I commented to my husband that I hoped no one was trying to sleep late (the doors are on the outside like a motel). So we go in to breakfast and sit in one of the booths. Sadie is right in the dining room pestering a single male guest. Then after we get seated, Sadie comes over to me and tries to get me to take her slobbery tennis ball and I don't so she drops it on my bench. There are a couple more couples and two older ladies. Pam is in the kitchen and she serves each couple/guest individually as they come in so it takes a little bit to get our food. I couldn't find any hot water to make tea so we just had to sit there until she came in; about 4-5 mintues. Sadie kept going from table to table begging for food. Now keep in mind that this dog is kind of tall and when she puts her paws on the table (yes she did), her head is at the same height as the guests. The single guy ate fast and left. The two older ladies were about to have a conniption. One young lady loved Sadie & took a selfie with her on her bench seat. When Pam came in to serve more food and then sat down to chat with everyone, the ladies tried to diplomatically point out that Sadie was jumping on the table trying to eat people's food and/or begging for food. She basically called Sadie "Rotten" and joked that she had spent $3,500 on training school to no avail and that she herself had lost the Alpha Dog fight because she gave in to "Rotten". Then something super weird happened: Sadie got in Pam's face (again she was seated but Sadie was at face height) growling. I could see from my bench seat and thought the dog was going to chew her face off! It scared me and I am not afraid of dogs, not even growling ones. But this was a snarling lunge, like something set her off. Then Pam made jokes, trying to fluff it off, and Sadie backed off. But not cool - what if she had bitten her? Or one of the guests? Again - I hate to write this, however it is important that folks know that this happens, particularly if you are not a dog nor animal lover. And even if you are, no one wants other peoples pets trying to beg food - not paying ones anyway. Then, of course, it makes you think about how much Sadie was in the kitchen while Pam cooked as the dog does have a crate but apparently not in it during dining time. Then the ladies left but then came right back and pointed out that Sadie was leaning on the kitchen counter eating everyone's leftovers and Pam just shrugged, like "what can I do?" The Good Points: 1)Pam is nice 2) our Cottage room was very clean/large & the porch area was cute looking out over the meadow (if she cut the greenery off the fence so that you could see from sitting in the chairs) and had tons of towels 3)the AC blew really strongly & cold 4)the sheets were soft 5)the bed was comfy except the light metal frame squeaked when you moved 6)liked the pork tenderloin with potatoes (cooked in the crockpot) and bread. We paid $345 per night which is pretty pricey considering the area (not the greatest) and the not new/fresh state of the Inn. Honestly, worth about $199 per night. In no way is it worth $345. It must have fetched that price due to leaf season and the Louisville convention with thousands of attendees. If you don't mind older furnishings/style, and don't mind eating with a large moody dog, then this place would work. Otherwise, I think I would pass. (I ran out of space so I couldn't post the whole review).

We came to The Castle for the second half of our Honeymoon week and it did not disappoint! The…read moreBartender, Jordan, was awesome and would happily describe any bourbon, cocktail or give you recommendations on where to eat or where to go to see live music. Each day the room was meticulously cleaned and re-stocked. We had the most a phenomenal breakfast brought to our room and ate out on the second floor patio. Our last night there, we ate at the restaurant and had the most delicious beef tartar, crab ravioli and Lamb chops. We also checked out the spar for a couples massage and it was probably the best massage I have ever had. Whenever we had a question or request, the staff happily tried to accommodate us. On the Sip & Stroll tour, our guide even suggested to take our photo then showed us where to stand to get the best picture. 10/10 Highly recommend.

I recommend the bar. If Jordan is behind the bar, buckle up and enjoy the ride. He is…read moreknowledgeable, cool and great to chat with. His knowledge of the area, music and drinks is awesome. For dinner Parker took care of us. The Korean fried chicken was really good. The grounds were well kept and was pretty cool. But was a little disappointed in the manager and some of the hotel amenities. But the room is nice. Service for bar and food was great. Service for checkin and trying to manage the reservation not great.

What a great place to have a tasty old fashion! Trent was awesome! Very friendly and laid Back…read morevibe.

Tiny little bar that has by far the best selection of bourbon I have very seen. Even better, they…read moreoffer 1/4 oz pours so you can sample rare and expensive bourbon and rye without breaking the bank. Service was very good for as busy as it was. It is rated for 23 people inside. There had to be more than that at the time. If you are anywhere near here and you like bourbon, this is a must visit spot!

New spot on St. Clair Street!…read more I happened to hear about this place on the Frankfort Takeout page on Facebook and made a trip for a light dinner and drinks after work. There weren't many people. I feel that many don't know about this place yet. Lots of light bites to choose from, such as pretzels and beer cheese, scones, soups, grilled pimento cheese. Everything was tasty and priced well. The atmosphere is charming and the owners are very friendly. I felt like I was sitting by a fire in a real Irish pub. Park your car and walk along this charming area of Frankfort and pop into Mortimer Bibb's for some drinks and friendly conversation. Grab a giftcard on your way out to spread some cheer to any fellow pub lovers! Cheers!

Visited the place yesterday for some beer and cocktail! They got like 10 different beer on tap! I…read moretried the Guinness and loved it! I felt it to be super creamy later tried the bell's Oberon . It was really go as well! Tried their blueberry lavender lemonade cocktail. The size of the cocktail was sure too small I felt for $9 but it did taste really good! I could hardly taste any alcohol but it gave the proper buzz! The ambience and the location is also perfect! If you are in downtown Frankfort, this is a must try place to chill

I really enjoyed this bar! I went with a friend for a pre-dinner drink, and it was not crowded,…read morewhich was nice. It has a very modern lounge look with a great view of the street and people walking by. It was a beautiful day so the windows were open. You almost forgot you were in Lexington. I got the funkadelic drink, and my friend got the Clooney. Both were really good but completely different. I enjoyed the funkadelic, it was like having a drink on a beach.

When I lived in Lexington, this spot was a longtime deli that was pretty popular for downtown…read moreworkers. Georgie's only opened a couple of years ago and every friend I heard from that has gone raved about it. While bourbon is a longtime Kentucky treasure, the cocktail scene in downtown Lexington has only recently grown from a handful of weekend spots to a thriving business. On this particular occasion, my wife was at a banquet in the downtown Hyatt, so I took myself out for dinner and drinks at some new places. This was stop #3, and it was by far my favorite. I found a seat right at the bar and started looking over the extensive cocktail list. As I took in the atmosphere, I noticed several couches, a long bar, and some open area by the front. The bartender working while I was there was Jordan, who runs the bar as well as one of my favorite Lexington late night spots, Centro (another 5). And when I say he "runs" the bar, I mean it. He managed to make cocktails and keep the line moving mostly by himself while I was there. He recommended the Quiet Beatle, which I thoroughly enjoyed for a perfectly reasonable price. I got one more vodka soda when things calmed down a bit, and went on my way. There are little bites available, as well as an extensive cocktail and bourbon list. This is definitely a place you can meet a group of friends for happy hour or late night drinks, or have a nice date. I can't wait to come back!

The perfect classy cocktail spot! The inside has a beautifully curated ambiance, and the outside is…read morethe perfect place to hang out on a warm summer night with the girls. I love all the seating options and you genuinely feel like you are in a fairytale garden wonderland! Their Nate-spresso Martini is an obvious go-to classic, but they have an extensive menu packed with unique and creative drinks. I recently tried The Emperor's New Grove and it was a delicious mix of blueberry and lavender, a beautifully balanced and refreshing combination that I would highly recommend. Overall, great drinks and a stunning atmosphere that makes it the perfect place to hang out, especially if you are celebrating or just looking to enjoy a fancy night out.

After seeing the reviews for this bar, it made my list of must-visit places, and I'm so glad we…read morewent! Their happy hour specials might be some of the best drink specials I've seen on this entire trip. The drinks are made fresh and were absolutely delicious. They have an outdoor area in the back called The Grove where you can hang out and enjoy your drinks. There's also another place in the same area where you can order charcuterie boards, although we didn't try them. My only complaint is that they have limited food options. Other than that, I could have easily stayed here all night! Definitely a fun spot to grab some drinks and hang out.

The 21c Museum Hotel was a wonderful experience. Our check-in was seamless and our stay included…read morevouchers for a couple welcome cocktails which was a great way to start our stay. The room was ample for two with banquette seating and a table to sit at while watching TV and having a cocktail and enjoying the complimentary chocolates. The bathroom had a large tub/shower, large counter space, and great lighting. There was a minibar fridge that was not stocked nor cooling but they provided complimentary water bottles in reusable aluminum bottles that can be refilled at water fill stations on the property. The water fill station on the first floor was not operating correctly but the hotel staff were very kind to bring us water and ice (no ice machine). Complimentary coffee was provided in the lobby in the morning. The pantry had some interesting bottles of bourbon that were picked exclusively for 21c. We enjoyed the art displayed throughout the first floor and second floor gallery. The second floor has multiple small rooms and seating areas with comfy seating to observe the art or have a nice conversation. The staff were great attending to our requests especially the valet that retrieved our vehicle quickly each day.

Staff here are super friendly. The place is clearly ancient, and it shows its age. But they seem…read morelike they're trying. Probably wouldn't be my first choice if I came back to Lexington. But nice enough.

I went as a guest at the hotel and wanted try out the hotel bar. I know there is a parking garage…read morefor people. This is located downtown in the Hilton. I ordered a turtle brownie which I thought would be a nice dessert. The brownie was more like sponge cake which is not my taste. They didn't have an ice cream scooper so I got a spoon of ice cream. I decided that it wasn't for my taste. I prefer firm, brownie tasting brownies. I decided not to try anything else. I did grab a drink. The staff was nice. It was not really crowded so plenty of room to sit and enjoy the ambiance.

I stayed at the Hilton for work and visited BBM twice - once for a quick dinner and drink after…read morearriving and the next night for drinks with my colleagues. Service was quick and friendly, food was good, and I liked my drinks. I enjoyed my chicken quesadilla and Old Fashioned, but the star of the show is the Bourbon Espresso Martini! So good! Love the patio with the very comfortable big blue chairs and views of Triangle Park.