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

1. Hampton Inn Lawrence

Deerfield, 2.5 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Fayek

3.045.120 ₫

3.573.449 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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 long dining table set for a meal in a room with stone walls, white chairs, and hanging light fixtures.

A kitchen with a large island, stone walls, and a view of the landscape.

2. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Oread, 0.6 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Audrey

3.389.880 ₫

4.011.923 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a large sectional sofa, red armchairs, and a coffee table. There are multiple seating areas and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

2.7 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Lois

2.281.240 ₫

2.677.034 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a blue patterned wall.

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

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

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

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

2.8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Amber

2.392.000 ₫

2.807.013 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A stone wall with a water feature and flower beds.

A hotel lobby with a maroon awning labeled "Lobby" and a Pepsi vending machine.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Virginia Inn & Suites" on an orange wall.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a shower area, and a tiled floor.

5. Virginia Inn

Deerfield, 3.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Paul

1.755.000 ₫

2.059.460 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

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

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

6. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Auldin

2.223.000 ₫

2.608.840 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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.

7. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

Sunset Hills, 2.9 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Debra

1.966.900 ₫

2.308.158 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A reception area with a marble counter, two potted plants, a patterned rug, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a sunset landscape.

A Days Inn with a two-story building, a parking lot, and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with a brick facade.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

Hillcrest, 2.2 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Aida Y.

1.591.200 ₫

1.867.274 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining area, and a reception desk.

9. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

North Lawrence, 3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Jennifer

1.611.792 ₫

1.891.438 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A Stone Hill Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent signboard and a well-lit facade.

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed with a red accent.

10. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Gateway, 8 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Bonnie

2.850.900 ₫

3.345.532 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern building with a sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Sheri

2.877.420 ₫

3.376.360 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern kitchen area with a bread display, a coffee station, and a sign for 'Express Start'.

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

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

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

5.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Geneva

3.173.830 ₫

3.724.490 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A breakfast buffet with labeled sections for eggs, waffles, and bagels.

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.

13. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

6.1 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Sandra

2.590.640 ₫

3.066.022 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a television.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, an air conditioner, and a picture on the wall.

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, a lamp, a framed picture, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a wooden door.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

3.3 km from Watkins Community Museum of History

Staci

1.900.600 ₫

2.230.353 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Community Museum of History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Lawrence	9.4 Exceptional 999 reviews	View
The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Virginia Inn	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Lawrence

8/10 Good

"Clean room, hot and nurturing breakfast."

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Grout in the bathroom needs to be cleaned and upgraded towels would be nice"

Best Western Plus Olathe Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was a pleasant one. The hotel staff was pleasant and helpful, kind, and courteous. The check in was simple and the rooms were spacious and clean. The beds also were comfy. The breakfast the next morning was great and there was a nice variety of breakfast items to choose from. We will stay here again in the future!"

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"Bonito"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice and beds were very comfortable. The room was quiet. The hotel was farther from the main route than we wanted and road construction didn’t help but would still recommend staying here."

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here a couple different times now and have never been disappointed! Each time for Chiefs games, but we traveled out just to stay here because we love it here!!The staff from check in to check out was superb! Super friendly, helpful and a joy to chat with! Rooms were very clean and comfy, the bed was so comfy!! The shower is fantastic, very powerful! Breakfast was amazing! I've literally never had breakfast that good at any motel I've stayed in! Was very clean and well stocked! Thank you so very much staff!!! 💓"

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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 theatre scene.

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Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit during your trip to 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 take a trip to 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 make plans for a show at Theatre Lawrence on 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 theatre scene.

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Spencer Museum of Art

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Spencer Museum of Art in Lawrence. Experience the area's live music or attend a sporting event.

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Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center

7.8/10 (39 reviews)

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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 travellers like for its sporting events and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 76 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Watkins Community Museum of History?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodation options 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 refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Watkins Community Museum of History.

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. The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lawrence

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

5. Virginia Inn

6. Baymont by Wyndham Lawrence

7. Econo Lodge Lawrence near University

8. Days Inn by Wyndham KU Lawrence

9. Motel 6 Lawrence, KS

10. StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lawrence by IHG

13. Tru by Hilton Lawrence

14. Quality Inn & Suites Lawrence - University Area

Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Community Museum of History

Top Watkins Community Museum of History Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Lawrence

StoneHill Lawrence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Best Western Plus Olathe Hotel

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Lawrence

Sleep Inn Olathe - Kansas City

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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