In the heart of Frankfort, The Delegate is within a 5-minute drive of Kentucky State University and Buffalo Trace Distillery. .This hotel is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Castle & Key Distillery and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Woodford Reserve Distillery.
What's nearby
Old Governor’s Mansion - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Old State Capitol - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Liberty Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Kentucky State Capitol - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Kentucky State University - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
Getting around
Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
DaVinci's Pizza - 4 min drive
Engine House Coffee - 7 min walk
Goodwood Brewing - 3 min walk
Pizza Hut - 3 min drive
Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub - 2 min drive
About this property
The Delegate
Hotel with a restaurant, near Kentucky State University
The Delegate offers 48 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Frankfort hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Stay in one of 48 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cypress & Oak serving guests of The Delegate. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cypress & Oak - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Uncovered self parking on site (USD 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite self parking
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Restaurants on site
Cypress & Oak
Family friendly
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (55 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Lever door handles
Tile flooring in public areas
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Renovated entire property - October 2024
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Meal delivery service
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk, smart lock
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Uncovered self parking fee: USD 12 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property is also known as
The Delegate Hotel
The Delegate Frankfort
The Delegate Hotel Frankfort
The Delegate Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The old building had some charge. We were disappointed that this hotel did not have cable tv as we wanted to watch playoff games. Had to go out to find the game at a restaurant.
Overall loved the hotel. Small things like not paper towels in the kitchenette, and no trash in the upstairs bedroom. We were in room 312. Morning coffee service was two small carafes, just couldn't keep up.
I love the funky vibe of the hotel- exposed brick, cool hallway lighting, nicely sized rooms, crisp white comfy beds. The hotel is very clean and modern and the area around it is very cute. The building is old and not very soundproof- we heard every step above us and a fight the couple next door had at 7am. Just a few things that would make it more comfortable- a phone in the rooms to call the front desk and ask for towels would be nice. More hooks or shelves in the bathroom and sink area. 2 white robes would be a really nice touch and helpful. Finally, the shampoo/conditioner and shower gel were not great. Other hotels (even less expensive ones) have offered better products. Finally- the people working the front desk barely acknowledged us at all- no greeting- no smile. Just kind of sitting there. Sort of weird for being in hospitality.
Charming spacious suite room with extra king bed in loft. Walking distance to downtown Frankfort. And just over a mile to Buffalo Trace, a great way to start your bourbon trail adventures.
It’s simply beautiful… I would encourage you to build one in the Louisville Metro area… Nulu, Butchertown or Middletown, South Bronx, NY, Interlochen, MI
Jymil Rasenda Hamilton
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris
Oct 12, 2025
Excellent hotel! Great staff! Clean and very good location!
Cute boutique hotel with a great restaurant. Two minor issues: the online checkin system is not working, didn't find out until I called; next time we would request a top floor room as we could hear every footstep from the room above.
A BIG problem with not having on site parking, especially as it was advertised as $12 self park. When we couldn't find it I called the front desk who told me to go down the hill and across the street to the KY Historical Society parking lot. Also there is no where to drive up to the front to drop bags etc. or anyone to help you with your bags. VERY disappointing for $200 a night. Once we were in the hotel, everything was lovely, except for the train tracks that run directly behind the property (like with in feet) whistle blowing at 8 am. Our fault for not booking earlier, but we were also disappointed that when we arrived at 5:30pm the restaurant, Cypress and Oak was fully booked for the evening. This was a Tuesday night in early Oct. It did not appear that it was full of hotel guests.
Great room and location! We love the restaurant next door.
Front desk agent was not welcoming and was not receptive in helping us get our preferred room.
Hotel is walkable to downtown Frankfort. Second stay this year.
Definitely Give This Hotel A Try. NO Disapointment
Very cool historic hotel with a beautiful vibe. Friendly staff. Very large and clean room. Had a drink after dinner in the hotel restaurant but next time will definitely try dinner there as well. Looks amazing! Great location, parking a bit tricky but I understand they are working on that. Would definitely recommend and will stay again...
Probably one of the newest hotels on the bourbon trail. Apparently, I like new.
Selenia
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Paul
Sep 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall, it was a good experience. I chose this hotel though because I thought there was a bar. There is an attached to restaurant that was absolutely fantastic. But sitting at the bar in a standalone restaurant is just different than a hotel bar.