Wilmore, KY

Travel Guide

Photo by Michael Schuier
Photo by Michael Schuier

Where to stay in Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

High Bridge

While High Bridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and Peninsula Golf Course.

High Bridge
The Manchester

The Manchester

4 out of 5
941 Manchester St Lexington KY
The price is ¥25,662 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥25,662
¥32,559 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,122 reviews)
Amazing aesthetic, this stay was cozy, clean, unique. I just loved everything about it, the staff was cool and genuinely nice. I wish we had more time to stay to check out the rooftop bar. Would recommend getting a room!

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

The Manchester
Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG

Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG

3 out of 5
209 RUCCIO WAY Lexington KY
The price is ¥15,370 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
¥15,370
¥17,840 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
Greta Hotel, spacious and good breakfast!

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Staybridge Suites Lexington S Medical Ctr Area by IHG
Hyatt Regency Lexington

Hyatt Regency Lexington

3.5 out of 5
401 W High St Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥19,741 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
¥19,741
¥22,913 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room friendly staff

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Hyatt Regency Lexington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games

Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Great place. We had an excellent time.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Fully Renovated | Finished Basement | Luxury Beds | Games
The Stadium Getaway

The Stadium Getaway

2 out of 5
Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Red Mile Racetrack are ...
Beautiful home! Clean and well maintained.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

The Stadium Getaway
Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, EV charger, Sleeps 20

Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, EV charger, Sleeps 20

Lawrenceburg KY
Stay at this vacation home in Anderson County. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Four Roses Distillery and Elements Clay Studio ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Stayed here with a group of cousins visiting from California and could not have been more delighted by the property. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub after a long day of bourbon tasting and enjoyed the game room after another day at the races. The house is perfectly appointed with everything a large ...

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room, EV charger, Sleeps 20
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wilmore

4.3
Top Destination
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, and accommodating. We were ther for the 127 yard sale.

5/5 - Excellent

Ralph

Wilmore is beautiful and feels like home. Everyone I met was amazing and very nice. Simply an amazing little town!

3/5 - Okay

NieHaoMa

Very little to do and and see - though the surrounding area is pure Kentucky beautiful countryside.

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