The Covington area of Northern Kentucky offers breathtaking views of the Cincinnati River along with a bustling downtown district offering entertainment for all kinds of visitors. There are romantic riverboat rides, performing arts centers and art museums, a Coney Island-themed amusement park, casinos and bars. Additionally, a number of hotels offer accommodations directly on the riverfront.
Located in the center of downtown Covington, one of the major perks of this hotel is its location directly on Cincinnati River and its beautiful views. The rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, a 32-inch flat-screen television and a spacious work desk. Guests also receive complimentary morning paper, and larger suites are available with an additional living area. For business travelers, many work-related amenities are available, including copying and printer services. There is also a fitness center, an outdoor pool and a cocktail lounge. The Greenery is the only restaurant located on-site, offering burgers and home-style Kentucky fare all day. Rates for a standard room with king-size bed are about $120 a night.
Holiday Inn
Cincinnati-Riverfront Hotel
600 W Third Street
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-291-4300
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Recently renovated in 2008, Embassy Suites RiverCenter is also located directly on the Cincinnati River. Featuring suite-style rooms, each suite is equipped with two LCD high-definition televisions, a mini-fridge and a microwave. The hotel also features a swimming pool and fitness center. Pets up to 25 pounds may stay with guests for a $25 fee. Additionally, the hotel offers a 7,000 square foot space for business meetings, conventions and even weddings. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available until 10 a.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. on weekends, and includes breakfast staples like sausage, eggs, and waffles. Additionally, Behle Street Cafe offers healthy lunch and dinner options on-site. Rates are about $200 a night for a 2-room suite with one king bed.
Embassy Suites
Rivercenter Covington
10 East Rivercenter Boulevard
Covington, Kentucky, 41011
859-261-8400
embassysuites1.hilton.com/
This newly renovated luxury hotel offers four-diamond accommodations. With elegant decor and beautiful views from the banks of the Cincinnati River, this hotel also offers a number of attractive amenities including an indoor lap-pool and fitness room. Rooms are meant to be particularly comfortable, with down comforters and plush bedding, and attempts made to keep each room allergy-friendly. Wireless Internet access is available in rooms for a fee of $12.95 per day. 10 West, the on-site restaurant, features regional specialties and is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. A regular room costs approximately $200 a night.
Cincinnati Marriott at Riverside
10 West RiverCenter Boulevard
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-261-2900
www.marriott.com/
Located on the south side of the river, The Radisson Cincinnati Hotel offers spacious accommodations at about $130 for a standard room. Executive suites are more expensive, with additional space and amenities. All-natural, complimentary Asian Body Care products are available in all rooms, as is complimentary high-speed Internet and room service all day. Additionally, most beds feature Sleep Number beds for added comfort. On-site, the Radisson also offers a 24-hour Corner Pantry convenience store, free parking, a pool and fitness club, and two different restaurants. 360 is an award-winning, upscale restaurant featuring American cuisine like prime rib and seafood. The other restaurant option is an Irish-style pub with beer, cocktails and burgers. The hotel also offers all-inclusive wedding-packages.
Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront
668 West Fifth Street
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-491-1200
raddison.com/
This Hampton Inn on the Cincinnati River recently completed upgrades to its 151 rooms, with a standard room rate of about $140. All rooms are non-smoking, and handicap-accessible accommodations are also available. There is a complimentary beverage area open all day, and a complimentary hot breakfast. Guests who are in a hurry in the morning can also opt for a bagged "Hampton's on the Run" breakfast. Conference rooms are also available.
Hampton Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront
200 Crescent Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-581-7800
hamptoninn.com/
