Kentucky is known for its hospitality, and when you come for a campus visit, we promise you won’t be disappointed. We care about the experience you have visiting Asbury, from start to finish. Whether you’re looking to make it a quick, convenient visit or an extended weekend away in the Bluegrass, we promise your stay will be relaxing, educational and fun.You’ll get the best sense of life at Asbury by visiting when class is in session and especially on chapel days (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Families are always welcome to join, and visits are always free. If you’re a high school junior or senior or a current college student interested in transferring, you can stay overnight to experience the close-knit communities that form in our residence halls.
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Asbury University and Central Kentucky’s Blue Grass Airport in Lexington have teamed up to ensure all students, parents, alumni, and friends of the Asbury community can travel to and from campus easily and efficiently.
With Blue Grass Airport, students can receive a world-class education – and yet, still feel connected to those they love.
With lodging options ranging from bed and breakfasts in walking distance to campus or hip hotels in urban downtown Lexington — we can guarantee Wilmore and the Bluegrass region will leave you wanting to come back for more.
(all within walking distance from campus)
Drinklings 100 Rice Street https://www.drinklings.coffee/ (859) 545-3052
Fitch’s IGA Deli Counter 102 E Main Street Closed Sunday (859) 858-3135
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant 104 E Main Street (859) 858-0226
Los Altos Authentic Mexican Restaurant 325 E Main Street https://www.facebook.com/p/Los-Altos-WilmoreKy-61554906543670/ (859) 215-7076
Solomon’s Porch 111 East Main Street https://www.solomonsporchwilmore.com/ (859) 858-9060
Subway 100 East Main Street (859) 858-8168
10-15 minute drive from campus
Applebee’s 113 North Plaza Drive (859) 881-1464
Asuka Brannon Crossing Center 360 E Brannon Road (859) 272-0020
Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders 161 E Brannon Road (859) 245-9111
Bob Evans Brannon Crossing Center 121 Marlene Drive (859) 245-1126
Burger King 633 Edgewood Dr. (859) 881-1010
Copper River Grill 501 Keene Center Drive (859) 885-0044
Cracker Barrel 4089 Lexington Road (859) 273-1344
Dairy Queen 100 N Plaza Drive (859) 887-0517
900 S Main Street (859) 885-4070
El Potrillo Mexican Grill 1073 North Main Street (859) 885-3939
El Rio Grande 220 N Plaza Drive (859) 887-0063
Fazoli’s 1016 N Main Street (859) 887-1592
Fiesta Mexico 801 South Main Street (859) 887-0453
Firehouse Subs 455 Keene Centre Drive (859) 881-5011
McDonald’s 100 Hendren Way (859) 881-1573
100 Imperial Way (859) 885-4100
100 E Brannon Road (859) 245-1131
Panera Bread Brannon Crossing Centre 101 Cynthia Drive (859) 971-1030
Raising Cane’s 551 Keene Centre Drive (859) 881-0000
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 101 East Brannon Road (859) 971-1991
Sonny’s BBQ 110 North Plaza Drive (859) 887-0021
Starbucks Coffee 123 Bryant Drive (859) 885-3941
Subway 101 Quinn Dr. (859) 241-3913
Taco Bell 116 Hendren Way (859) 354-4132
Wahmei Chinese Restaurant 103 Edgewood Plaza (859) 885-7716
Wendy’s 946 N Main Street (859) 887-1509
4648 Lexington Road (859) 469-6841
Zaxby’s Chicken 200 North Plaza Drive (859) 533-0853
Asbury Inn & Suites 1 June Ryan Circle Wilmore, KY 40390 Phone: (859) 858-2156 or 1-800-2-ASBURY Email: guest.services@asburyinn.com Website: asburyinn.com Rates: Ask for University Discount. $115-$175
1898 Red Bud Bed & Breakfast 600 N Lexington Ave Wilmore, KY 40390 Less than half a mile from campus. Rate: $90-$100 Phone: (859) 215-6000 Website: 1898RedBudBandB.com or Facebook page
The Potter’s Inn Bed and Breakfast 313 Walters Lane Wilmore, KY 40390 3 blocks from campus Rate: $89-$99 (includes hot breakfast) Phone: (859) 858-0120 Email: thepottersinnwilmore@gmail.com Website: www.thepottersinnwilmore.com
World Gospel Mission (Guest Rooms) 420 W. College Street Wilmore, KY 40390 Adjacent to campus Rate: $50 per night Phone: (859) 300-1543 Email: wgmasbury@gmail.com Website: https://www.wgmasbury.org/ Reserve Guestrooms: https://www.wgmasbury.org/the-guestrooms.html
Just a 10-minute drive from Asbury, Nicholasville offers more city amenities plus ease of parking, dining and travel.
Comfort Inn, Lexington South 100 All Star Way Nicholasville, KY 40356 Six miles from Asbury’s campus Rate: $69.99 (call for this rate) Phone: (859) 887-0700
Derby Inn & Suites Ask for Asbury University Discount 2149 Lexington Road
Within 10-15 miles from Wilmore and with close proximity to the Blue Grass Airport are a wide variety of convenient hotel options.
Comfort Suites*
Courtyard Lexington (Keeneland/Airport)
Embassy Suites by Hilton*
Fairfield Inn*
Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Lexington Medical Center
Home2 Suites*
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Red Roof Inn
Residence Inn
SpringHill Suites Lexington Fritz Farm*
Quality Inn Lexington
*ask about Asbury University specials and group discounts
Lexington is also home to some unique and historic properties that can give you a flavor of the region around Wilmore, including the all-new Origin Lexington at The Summit at Fritz Farm, the luxurious Kentucky Castle, and the iconic Campbell House. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, camp at the Kentucky Horse Park or Chimney Rock RV Park & Campground.
Just a few miles south of Asbury University is Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. Plan a getaway at The Inn, hit the trails or explore the Kentucky River.
admissions@asbury.edu
(859) 858-5000