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

A gym with stationary bikes, elliptical machines, and treadmills.

1. Hampton Inn Lawrence

Deerfield, 2.5 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Fayek

￥16,574

￥19,450 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 modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, black wicker furniture with red cushions, a grill, and red umbrellas.

2. TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

Downtown Lawrence, 0.4 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Rodney

￥21,175

￥24,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

3. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Oread, 0.6 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Chi Thanh Thi

￥20,075

￥23,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two chairs, a TV, a sofa, and a patterned carpet.

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

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

￥14,641

￥17,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a mirrored wall.

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

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Gabriella

￥14,989

￥17,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A stone wall with a water feature and flower beds.

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

6. Virginia Inn

Deerfield, 3.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Rich

￥10,666

￥12,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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.

7. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Constance

￥13,511

￥15,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

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

8. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

Sunset Hills, 2.9 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Sharedi

￥11,991

￥14,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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 hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a small yellow nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Gabrielle

￥9,670

￥11,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

10. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

North Lawrence, 3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Justin

￥9,796

￥11,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a bedside table with lamps.

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.

11. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Gateway, 8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Angela

￥17,327

￥20,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

A modern kitchen with blue cabinetry, white countertops, and pendant lighting.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Geraldine Shimirak

￥17,501

￥20,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a landscaped front area.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, a single bed, and a desk with a chair.

A modern room with a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

5.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Lisa

￥20,069

￥23,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A pool table with pool cues and balls, a mural depicting a cityscape, and seating areas with tables and chairs.

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

14. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

6.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Linda S.

￥12,499

￥14,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A self-service breakfast area with tables, chairs, and a variety of food options.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a patterned carpet.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Staci

￥11,452

￥13,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

16. 2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

4.9 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Joyce

￥49,302

￥105,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Community Museum of History

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Lawrence	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 628 reviews	View
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View

Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"Everything!!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

8/10 Good

"Safe in room was not working. In fitness room neither the bicycle nor the elliptical worked properly. Breakfast was fine."

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice.Location, amenities price."

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was right off freeway Near restaurants Comfortable bed Good breakfast Staff friendly and helpful Across the street from medical and cancer building Good location"

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

8/10 Good

"When staying for more than 2 nights, request fresh towels. They only clean the rooms every three days or upon request. We had to retrieve towels on toilet paper on 2nd day."

Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

10/10 Excellent

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StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean, staff was very accommodating, and the breakfast was your average continental offerings. Food was all hot and fresh! We will definitely be back!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

10/10 Excellent

"They gave us fresh hot cookies at check in, the room was clean and fresh and the pool was amazing!"

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at this hotel for one night on a roadtrip. It was well located, close to restaurants and attractions in Lawrence. The room and bed were very comfortable. Parking was convenient and free. The breakfast was one of the better hotel breakfasts we’ve had. We will stay here again."

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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)

Housing the University of Kansas’ art and anthropology collection, this museum includes pieces from Europe, Asia and North American Indian tribes.

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Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center

7.8/10 (39 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center during your trip to Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Watkins Community Museum of History?

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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. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

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. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

14. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

15. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

16. 2 Mi to KU Campus: Group Getaway w/ Patio & Garden

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Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown

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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