3 Gay Hotels in Bloomington, IN — LGBTQ+ Friendly Stays

This Hilton Garden Inn sits right on the Bloomington Square, placing you in the center of downtown. Indiana University and the Monroe County Convention Center are no more than six blocks away in either direction. Coaches Bar and Grill, the hotel's own full-service restaurant and bar, serves breakfast and dinner plus late-night drinks. A 24-hour Pavilion Pantry handles other cravings. The hotel also offers free WiFi and an on-site ATM. Rooms are spacious with marble bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. You'll find over 5,000 square feet of meeting space for events or business. The hotel is a short drive from Lake Monroe and Brown County State Park. For a different vibe, consider the Scholar's Inn Bed & Breakfast, a nearby option with its own character.

This place is for travelers who want the charm of a historic B&B without the creaky floors. The Grant Street Inn offers 40 unique rooms, each different: Victorian, Cottage, or Chic Contemporary. It's an award winning B&B located four blocks from Courthouse Square in a quiet Bloomington neighborhood. The inn serves a gourmet breakfast buffet every morning. A LEED certified building houses the fitness center. Hours show it's open 24/7, so late arrivals are fine. If that's booked, the Scholar's Inn Bed & Breakfast is another local option."

Scholar's Inn Bed & Breakfast draws a mix of visitors who appreciate historic charm and modern comfort. This 1903 property, originally the Showers-Graham House, is on the National Register of Historic Properties. The inn combines art-nouveau and arts-and-crafts aesthetics with conveniences like Keurig coffeemakers, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. All rooms are private and include down comforters and Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. The inn is located three blocks from the courthouse square and five blocks from Indiana University, making it easy to explore Bloomington on foot. Free parking is included. The owner loves sharing the home's history and comforts with guests. Hours are 7am to 5pm daily.