Race-week base camp
Where to stay near Indianapolis
Where to stay for the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis: every hotel, campsite and rental near the circuit, closest first, with live prices for the race weekend. We check the locations by hand so you book the right base, not just the first result.
Key facts
- Listed stays
- 80
- Closest stay
- 3 min
- When
- Late May
- Race-week crowd
- 300,000+
- Book ahead
- 6-9 months
The circuit
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosts the Indianapolis 500, 'the Greatest Spectacle in Racing' and the largest single-day sporting event in the world. Around 300,000 fans pack the century-old 2.5-mile oval every Memorial Day weekend to watch IndyCars average over 220 mph, in a race steeped in tradition, milk and bricks.
More in the same country: Circuit of the Americas, Las Vegas Strip, Miami.
Best areas to stay
The towns and villages around Indianapolis, from on-site campsites to comfortable hotels a short drive away.
Where to stay near Indianapolis
Hand-checked hotels, campsites and rentals, sorted by distance to the circuit. Open any card for live availability and pricing on your dates.
Rental★ 3.9Speedway Legacy Inn Events & Suites
Hotel★ 4.5Hampton Inn and Suites Indianapolis West Speedway
Hotel★ 4.4Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis West-Speedway
Hotel★ 4.4Candlewood Suites Indianapolis Dwtn Medical Dist by IHG
Hotel★ 4.1Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.0Sleep Inn & Suites And Conference Center Downtown
Hotel★ 3.9Studio 6 Indianapolis, IN
Hotel★ 3.9Wingate by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport-Rockville Rd.
Hotel★ 3.8Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis W - Airport Area
Hotel★ 3.4Motel 6 Indianapolis, IN - Airport
Hotel★ 3.2Royal Inn - Speedway Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.0Travelodge by Wyndham Indianapolis Speedway
Hotel★ 2.4Relax Inn
Hotel★ 2.2Ramada by Wyndham Indianapolis Speedway
Hotel★ 3.1Quality Suites
Hotel★ 3.1Baymont by Wyndham Indianapolis West
Hotel★ 2.5Indy Speedway Inn
Hotel★ 4.4SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Hotel★ 4.4Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
Hotel★ 4.2Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indianapolis Downtown
Hotel★ 4.0Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown on the Canal
Hotel★ 4.6Conrad Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.6JW Marriott Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.4Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
Hotel★ 4.3Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.3The Westin Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.3Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis Dtn-Conv Ctr Area by IHG
Hotel★ 4.3Hyatt Place Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.2Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Dwtn-Union Stn by IHG
Hotel★ 4.2Embassy Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Downtown
Hotel★ 4.2Hyatt Place Indianapolis / Downtown
Hotel★ 4.2Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Downtown
Hotel★ 4.2Hampton Inn Indianapolis Downtown Across from Circle Centre
Hotel★ 4.1Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis at the Capitol
Hotel★ 4.0Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel
Hotel★ 4.0Residence Inn by Marriott Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.9Holiday Inn Indianapolis Downtown by IHG
Hotel★ 3.9Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.0Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport East
Hotel★ 4.8Bottleworks Hotel
Hotel★ 4.4The Alexander, Autograph Collection
Hotel★ 4.1Delta Hotels Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.1Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Airport by IHG
Hotel★ 4.0Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.8Comfort Suites near Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.7Holiday Inn Indianapolis - Airport Area N
Hotel★ 3.6Wyndham Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 3.2Extended Stay America Suites- Indianapolis - Airport
Hotel★ 3.0La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Executive Dr
Hotel★ 4.0Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Northwest
Hotel★ 3.8Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis Northwest by IHG
Hotel★ 4.1Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianapolis Airport South, IN
Hotel★ 4.5Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Plainfield
Hotel★ 3.0Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Northwest Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.5Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport, an IHG Hotel
Hotel★ 4.4Home2 Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.3Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis-Airport
Hotel★ 4.3Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.2Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis North - Carmel by IHG
Hotel★ 4.7Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 4.6Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport
Hotel★ 4.5Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis-Keystone
Hotel★ 4.5The Tallison Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel★ 4.4Element by Marriott Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 4.1Holiday Inn Indianapolis Carmel by IHG
Hotel★ 4.0Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing
Hotel★ 3.9Sonesta Select Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 3.8Comfort Inn Indianapolis North - Carmel
Hotel★ 4.5Staybridge Suites Indianapolis-Carmel by IHG
Hotel★ 4.5SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Keystone
Hotel★ 4.0Wingate by Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Plainfield
Hotel★ 3.9Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 4.5Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel
Hotel★ 4.0Hyatt Place Indianapolis / Carmel
Hotel★ 3.9SpringHill Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 4.6Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection
Hotel★ 4.4Home2 Suites by Hilton Carmel Indianapolis
Hotel★ 4.3Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis/Carmel
Hotel★ 4.6Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indianapolis Carmel
Hotel★ 3.8Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carmel North - Westfield by IHG
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Frequently asked questions
When should I book accommodation for the Indianapolis 500?+
As early as you can. The closest hotels and campsites around Indianapolis typically sell out 6-9 months ahead. Booking with free cancellation the moment dates are confirmed is the safe move.
Where is the best place to stay for the Indianapolis 500?+
The closest stays are in Indianapolis and the villages right by the circuit. For more choice and better prices, the surrounding towns within about 30 minutes are the sweet spot. The map above shows live availability across all of them.
Can I camp at Indianapolis?+
Yes. Official and private campsites, glamping and motorhome pitches open for the race weekend right next to the circuit. They are the closest, best-value option and the first to go, so book early. The map shows what's bookable online.
How far in advance do stays near Indianapolis sell out?+
On-site and walking-distance options usually go 6-9 months before the Indianapolis 500. The wider ring of towns stays open much longer, so widen your search if the closest places are full.
Are the prices on this page live?+
Yes. Every stay links to live availability and pricing for your dates, and the map updates in real time. We may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you.