In the heart of the city, The Delegate offers an inviting atmosphere with a cozy bar and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of express check-out and enjoy local meal delivery service.
Woodford Reserve Distillery - 20 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
DaVinci's Pizza - 4 min drive
The Brown Barrel - 3 min walk
Papa John's Pizza - 3 min drive
House Of Commons Bourbon Library - 6 min walk
Goodwood Brewing - 3 min walk
About this property
The Delegate
The Delegate puts you a short five-minute drive from Buffalo Trace Distillery. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Cypress & Oak, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's OpenKey mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site parking is limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 140
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Front entrance ramp
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Mini fridge
Free bottled water
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Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Cypress & Oak – This steakhouse specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs USD 12 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
The Delegate Hotel
The Delegate Frankfort
The Delegate Hotel Frankfort
Frequently asked questions
Does The Delegate offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Delegate does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Delegate?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Delegate?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 12 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Delegate?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Delegate and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Kentucky State University (1.3 mi) and Buffalo Trace Distillery (2.2 mi), along with Castle & Key Distillery (6.8 mi) and Woodford Reserve Distillery (10.6 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near The Delegate?
Yes, Cypress & Oak offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Delegate like?
The Delegate is in the heart of Frankfort, a short 2-minute walk from Old Governor’s Mansion and 5 minutes' walk from Old State Capitol.
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Reviews
The Delegate Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Eco-friendliness
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant offers great selections, good food, and a unique experience with a great bartender. (10 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2025
Beautiful hotel. Rooms are large and a good mix of historic meets modern.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2025
Great boutique hotel with an amazing restaurant!
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 September 2025
One night stay while traveling. The room was comfortable and quiet
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2025
Everything was great. Very unique hotel. Everything is new and clean. The few employees we dealt with were all very nice and helpful.
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2025
Wonderful hotel and staff
Beautiful hotel, chic, and perfect for a couple. Close to everything you need and the area is wonderful. Can't wait to come back
Ricky
Ricky, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2025
Very cool
Excellent place to stay. Really enjoyed it and we will be back.
Ron
Ron, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
20 September 2025
This was a quirky hotel. Rustic and nicely renovated. Unfortunately there was no soundproofing! It was very noisy. Also no convenient parking.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2025
Clean , close to downtown, safe and free parking in front of the hotel
ALAN
ALAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2025
Best Accident ever
Found The Delegate by accident on Hotels.com. Best accident ever. Everything about it was gorgeous. The detail was spot on as they tried to keep the original warehouse vibe, with a modern hotel twist.
Abigail
Abigail, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 August 2025
The hotel has a really cool vibe and the beds were great. The only negatives were the walls could have been insulated better (could hear everyone’s doors opening and closing) and there was no comfy chair in the room to sit in
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2025
The place was amazing
Ray
Ray, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 June 2025
Very cool place and had a great time.
Levi
Levi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2025
This is a newly renovated hotel in a building from the 1880’s - super cool look and vibe. Had a restaurant within - Cypress and Oak - which was super convenient and excellent food too!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2025
Excellent location for downtown eating and bars. Easy drive from 4 distilleries
Douglas
Douglas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2025
Great location. Beautiful space. Restaurant attached is amazing!!!!!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 September 2025
Beautiful hotel, great location!
The Delegate is a beautiful hotel and is in a nice area. It’s close enough for us to walk downtown which was a huge bonus. The only major issue is that the walls are very thin so we had to keep the TV in our room so low that we could barely hear it or else others would complain. Additionally, if people were walking down the hallway, you could hear pretty much every word they said even if they weren’t being loud. With that being said, I’d definitely stay here again if we ever return to the area. They did a wonderful job renovating the hotel, it was very clean, and the staff was nice and helpful.
Marcia
Marcia, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
4 September 2025
No covered parking. Parking and getting into the hotel entrance is inconvenient.
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2025
Great Hotel
The hotel was great. Super clean and nice. Great staff. Great room. Amazing restaurant. Super location close to so many restaurants and shops. We will definitely stay here again!
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2025
Our New Home sorta
We stayed here for an extended stay because now our family has been moved to a nursing home and we don’t have a home to go to, but the Delegate proved to us cozy
Selina
Selina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2025
Very nice building with large comfortable clean rooms. The attached restaurant was excellent.
Douglas
Douglas, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2025
Revue
Great old hotel. Only public parking
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2025
Great location for walking around Downtown Frankfort. Cypress & Oak restaurant was excellent!
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 April 2025
Very friendly staff and dog friendly.
James
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
Wonderful property
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
14 September 2025
Air conditioning was any effective. It made lots of rattling noises and would not cool to our desired temperature of 68.
Room felt kind of dirty. Bugs in the tub. Toenail clippings in the corner of the bathroom.