1 minwalk to the tour start, about
21 minwalk to commencement, about
Biddle Hotel
- Somewhere to eat: Sugar and Spice, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
Campus visit stays
Hotels near Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, INPublic university
1min walk,closest stay
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Your visit starts atOffice of Admissions Welcome Center at Ernie Pyle HallThe school's visit page, read November 10, 2026
CommencementMerchants Bank Field at Memorial StadiumUsually in May. About a 20-minute walk from where visits start.The school's commencement page
Closest stayBiddle HotelAbout a 1-minute walk from the tour start.
The short answer
The closest place to stay is Biddle Hotel, about a 1-minute walk from the tour start. 8 places to stay are no more than about a 20-minute walk away (1 within about 5 minutes, 2 within about 10 minutes). Coffee before the tour: Sugar and Spice, about 1 minute away.
What these minutes run to
Minutes run to Office of Admissions Welcome Center at Ernie Pyle Hall, which the school's own visit page gives as the place to come for a campus visit. We found that building on the map by name. Map dated November 2026. The full method
From the school
Indiana University, Bloomington keeps its own where-to-stay page.
Where to stay near Indiana University, Bloomington
To the tour start
To commencement
The hotel has
A short walk away
26 places to stay
Reading the cards: minutes are our estimates from map distance, so they say "about". Breakfast, suites and kitchens are what each hotel brand promises across its hotels, not something we checked room by room. The places listed under a hotel are the closest ones within roughly a 10-minute walk of its door.
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9 minwalk to the tour start, about
20 minwalk to commencement, about
Grant Street Inn
310 North Grant Street, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Runcible Spoon, about 3 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 5 min on foot
12 minwalk to the tour start, about
25 minwalk to commencement, about
Graduate by Hilton Bloomington
210 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: The Pour House, about 2 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Bloomingfoods Market & Deli Near West Side, about 8 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 2 min on foot
13 minwalk to the tour start, about
25 minwalk to commencement, about
POSH on Kirkwood
200 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Farm Bloomington, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Bloomingfoods Market & Deli Near West Side, about 7 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 1 min on foot
16 minwalk to the tour start, about
24 minwalk to commencement, about
Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington
245 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Coaches Bar & Grill, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Bloomingfoods Market & Deli Near West Side, about 3 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 4 min on foot
17 minwalk to the tour start, about
20 minwalk to commencement, about
SpringHill Suites Bloomington
501 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- All suites (every room is a suite by this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Bub's Burgers and Ice Cream, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Bloomingfoods Market & Deli Near West Side, about 5 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 8 min on foot
18 minwalk to the tour start, about
27 minwalk to commencement, about
Hyatt Place Bloomington
217 West Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Crazy Horse, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Bloomingfoods Market & Deli Near West Side, about 4 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 5 min on foot
18 minwalk to the tour start, about
30 minwalk to commencement, about
Courtyard Bloomington
310 South College Avenue, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Sofra Cafe, about 2 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Sahara Mart, about 5 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 6 min on foot
6 mindrive to the tour start, about
9 minwalk to commencement, about
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington
1410 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- All suites (every room is a suite by this brand's standard)
- Kitchen in room (in-room kitchens are this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Red Restaurant, about 1 min on foot, and 5 more close by
- Groceries: La Bonita Restaurant & Market, about 6 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 6 min on foot
7 mindrive to the tour start, about
43 minwalk to commencement, about
Travelodge Bloomington
2615 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Red Lobster, about 1 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Apna Bazaar International Market, about 4 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 3 min on foot
7 mindrive to the tour start, about
11 minwalk to commencement, about
Hampton Inn Bloomington
2100 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Lincoln Square Pancake House, about 2 min on foot, and 5 more close by
- Groceries: La Bonita Restaurant & Market, about 7 min on foot
7 mindrive to the tour start, about
12 minwalk to commencement, about
Days Inn
200 E. State Road 45 46 Bypass, Bloomington
- Somewhere to eat: Lincoln Square Pancake House, about 1 min on foot, and 5 more close by
- Groceries: La Bonita Restaurant & Market, about 8 min on foot
7 mindrive to the tour start, about
15 minwalk to commencement, about
Comfort Inn Bloomington Bloomington near University
1700 North Kinser Pike, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Lincoln Square Pancake House, about 3 min on foot, and 5 more close by
- Groceries: La Bonita Restaurant & Market, about 6 min on foot
8 mindrive to the tour start, about
15 minwalk to commencement, about
Holiday Inn Bloomington
- Somewhere to eat: Lincoln Square Pancake House, about 3 min on foot, and 5 more close by
- Groceries: Kroger, about 6 min on foot
9 mindrive to the tour start, about
19 minwalk to commencement, about
Cascades Inn
Motel · 2601 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: McDonald's, about 7 min on foot, and 3 more close by
9 mindrive to the tour start, about
27 minwalk to commencement, about
Super 8 Bloomington
Motel · 1751 North Stonelake Drive, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Pizza X, about 5 min on foot, and 2 more close by
- Groceries: Kroger, about 7 min on foot
9 mindrive to the tour start, about
28 minwalk to commencement, about
Quality Inn
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Pizza X, about 4 min on foot
- Groceries: Kroger, about 8 min on foot
11 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
MainStay Suites Bloomington
105 South Franklin, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- All suites (every room is a suite by this brand's standard)
- Kitchen in room (in-room kitchens are this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Domo Steak & Sushi, about 1 min on foot, and 16 more close by
11 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Holiday Inn Express
117 South Franklin Road, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Texas Roadhouse, about 2 min on foot, and 18 more close by
11 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Fairfield Inn & Suites Bloomington
120 Fairfield Drive, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Pizza Hut, about 1 min on foot, and 19 more close by
12 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Century Suites
300 State Highway 446, Bloomington, IN
- Somewhere to eat: Mr. Hibachi Buffet, about 5 min on foot
12 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Candlewood Suites Bloomington
1935 South Basswood Drive, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- All suites (every room is a suite by this brand's standard)
- Kitchen in room (in-room kitchens are this brand's standard)
- Groceries: Aldi, about 10 min on foot
12 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Homewood Suites
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- All suites (every room is a suite by this brand's standard)
- Kitchen in room (in-room kitchens are this brand's standard)
12 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
La Quinta Inn & Suites Bloomington
3380 West Runkle Way,, Bloomington, IN
- Breakfast included (free breakfast is this brand's standard)
- Somewhere to eat: Subway, about 2 min on foot, and dozens more close by
- Groceries: Fresh Thyme, about 4 min on foot
- Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, about 8 min on foot
15 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
16 mindrive to the tour start, about
45+ minwalk to commencement, about
Wampler House Boutique Hotel Bed & Breakfast Inn
4905 S Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN
Graduation weekend at Indiana University, Bloomington
Indiana University, Bloomington holds its main ceremony at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium, usually in May. On our map, 1 place to stay sits no more than about a 10-minute walk from it and 8 within about 20. Date line on the same page: 'Date: Saturday, May 8, 2027'.
Rooms close to campus tend to go first for commencement, often months ahead and with a two-night minimum. If the walkable ones are gone, sort the list by the 10-minute drive chip and look one town over. Our graduation weekend guide covers timing.
Seeing another school on this trip?
The closest campuses we cover, with our drive estimate from Indiana University, Bloomington (map distance, no traffic).
Worth doing before you book
- Look at your tour confirmation: the meeting spot can differ by day or by program.
- Ask the hotel about parking; near many campuses it costs extra or is off site.
- Touring two schools in one day? Leave room for lunch and the drive between them.
- For move-in or graduation, ask about minimum stays and the cancellation deadline.
Indiana University, Bloomington gear for the ride home
A hat for the tour, a hoodie for the acceptance letter, a frame for the far end of it all. Each button runs an Amazon search for that item with the school's name filled in.
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Questions parents ask
Is there a hotel you can walk to Indiana University, Bloomington from?
Biddle Hotel, Grant Street Inn are no more than about a 10-minute walk from the tour start. In all, 8 places to stay are within about 20 minutes on foot.
Where do campus tours start at Indiana University, Bloomington?
Minutes run to Office of Admissions Welcome Center at Ernie Pyle Hall, which the school's own visit page gives as the place to come for a campus visit. We found that building on the map by name.
Where should we stay for Indiana University, Bloomington graduation?
The main ceremony is at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. 1 place to stay is no more than about a 10-minute walk from it. Book as early as the hotels allow, and widen the search to a short drive if the walkable rooms are taken.
Are there hotels with free breakfast near Indiana University, Bloomington?
Yes. Within about a 20-minute walk: SpringHill Suites Bloomington, Hyatt Place Bloomington. Free breakfast is each brand's standard, so confirm it for your dates.
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