Just east of Indianapolis, Greenfield is home of the poet James Whitcomb Riley, best known for his work on "Little Orphan Annie." The city is home to several festivals throughout the year, including the Fall Festival, Pennsy Art Fair and the Strawberry Festival. Greenfield and the surrounding area is served by a few motels that provide accommodations in a convenient locale.
Off of exit 113 on Interstate 74, Super 8 Motel in Shelbyville is approximately a 30-minute drive from downtown Greenfield and 40 minutes from downtown Indianapolis. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast as well as free high-speed Internet. A fitness center and pool are open to visitors. Outdoor parking is available, and spaces are set aside for trucks and buses.
Several restaurants are nearby, including Waffle House and Cracker Barrel. Super 8 Shelbyville is only three miles away from the Santa Fe Race Track.
Super 8 Shelbyville
20 Rampart Drive
Shelbyville, IN 46176
317-392-6239
super8.com
Guests enjoy an indoor heated pool at the Holiday Inn Express in Greenfield. The motel also provides a complimentary breakfast which, according to the website, features the chain's "signature hot cinnamon rolls." Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available, and connecting rooms are also an option, which is ideal for families and groups traveling together.
Restaurants are near the Holiday Inn Express, including Applebee's, Montana Mikes and Bob Evans. Applebee's will provide a discount on a meal if shown a room key from the motel. Guests can also enjoy a round of golf at the nearby Arrowhead golf course.
Holiday Inn Express Greenfield
8070 North State St.
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-467-0999
hiexpress.com
Only 15 minutes away from downtown Indianapolis, the Hampton Inn in Greenfield provides slightly more upscale accommodations at affordable prices. An on-site pool and fitness room are open to visitors. Guests are also treated to laundry and valet service, and can even request room service. Nearby restaurants include Cracker Barrel, Ponderosa Steakhouse, El Rodeo and Carnegie's.
Hampton Inn Greenfield
2271 William Way
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-467-0700
hamptoninn.hilton.com
Part of a small chain in the Midwest, Lees Inn in Indianapolis has four types of rooms and suites from which guests can choose. The motel is pet friendly. Guests will enjoy being able to walk to nearby restaurants, including Olive Garden and Bob Evans. The Indy 500 Racetrack is nearby, as well as the Indiana State Museum and the Indianapolis Zoo. Lees Inn in Indianapolis is an approximate 30-minute drive from Greenfield.
Lees Inn Indianapolis
5011 N. Lafayette Road
Indianapolis, IN 46254
317-297-8880
leesinn.com
