Wilmore, KY

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Photo by Michael Schuier
Photo by Michael Schuier

Where to stay in Wilmore

This is the river where grain alcohol turned into bourbon. Along this river distillers would load barges of alcohol destined for Memphis and New Orleans. To cheapen the transport, they used cask oak barrels. During the long trip down to New Orleans the alcohol would mix in with the wooden barrels and be transformed. New Orleans didn't know what to call this sweet new liquor. The casks were stamped with the county of origin, Bourbon County. This resulted in a new nickname being formed, Bourbon Whiskey, and the name stuck. The river isn't used for transport much anymore, but the history remains.

High Bridge

While High Bridge might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill and Peninsula Golf Course.

High Bridge
The Manchester

The Manchester

4 out of 5
941 Manchester St Lexington KY
$200 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$233 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,132 reviews)
Beautiful room. Nice stay.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

The Manchester
Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg

Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg

2.5 out of 5
2381 Buena Vista Rd Lexington KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$61 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$70 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (318 reviews)
The staff was very nice and the hotel all around was very nicely kept. Great pool & although breakfast was simple it had good options. We would come back.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington

4 out of 5
2601 Richmond Rd Lexington KY
$98 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$114 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room love this place

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Lexington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy 1-bedroom apt in Victorian Era House minutes walking to Downtown Lexington

Cozy 1-bedroom apt in Victorian Era House minutes walking to Downtown Lexington

Lexington KY
Stay at this apartment in Lexington. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Red Mile Racetrack and Kroger ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Our stay way good and easy to use. (Access) The appliances and bathroom was newer and nice. The down side was the bed and couch we not very comfortable and the tv was in a cabinet and you couldnt see the full picture on the tv. Nice space especially for being an old house and good parking.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Cozy 1-bedroom apt in Victorian Era House minutes walking to Downtown Lexington
This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.

This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.

Lexington KY
Stay at this vacation home in Lexington. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kroger Field and Keeneland Racing Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Lovely house. Great location . Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

This house is a 3 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Lexington, KY.
Bourbon Barndominium Bonanza! Golf Simulator+Theater+Hot Tub+Sports Bar+Arcade

Bourbon Barndominium Bonanza! Golf Simulator+Theater+Hot Tub+Sports Bar+Arcade

Lancaster KY
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lancaster. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Lancaster Grand Theatre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Awesome stay. Lots to do with family

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Bourbon Barndominium Bonanza! Golf Simulator+Theater+Hot Tub+Sports Bar+Arcade
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wilmore

4.3
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, and accommodating. We were ther for the 127 yard sale.

5/5 - Excellent

Ralph

Wilmore is beautiful and feels like home. Everyone I met was amazing and very nice. Simply an amazing little town!

3/5 - Okay

NieHaoMa

Very little to do and and see - though the surrounding area is pure Kentucky beautiful countryside.

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