The Hotel at Old Town sits at 830 E 1st Street North in Wichita, Kansas, at the heart of the Old Town entertainment district — a converted warehouse neighborhood of brick-paved streets, lively bars, restaurants, and live-music venues that anchors Wichita's nightlife scene. Housed in a handsomely restored late-19th-century commercial brick building, the property blends historic industrial character with modern hotel amenities, making it one of the more distinctive lodging options in the city. The exposed brick, original timber detailing, and high ceilings give the interiors a sense of scale and authenticity rarely found in standard chain accommodations.
Guest room categories include King Rooms, Queen Rooms, Suites, and Loft Suites, the latter making use of the building's generous ceiling heights to create mezzanine-style sleeping arrangements. Rooms are furnished with upscale bedding and modern amenities. The on-site restaurant provides a full dining experience with an emphasis on local and regional cuisine, while the bar/lounge is a gathering spot for both hotel guests and the surrounding Old Town crowd. A fitness center is available for guests seeking a morning workout.
The hotel is well-positioned for exploring Wichita without a car: Old Town's concentration of independent restaurants, craft cocktail bars, and event venues are walkable from the front door, and the Arkansas River trail system is a short stroll west. The Wichita Art Museum, Century II Performing Arts Center, and the Keeper of the Plains monument at the river confluence are all within a mile. Meeting facilities and concierge services cater to small corporate gatherings and social events. The combination of a lively neighborhood setting, architecturally interesting building fabric, and attentive service makes the Hotel at Old Town the most characterful lodging option in downtown Wichita.
Room types
- King Room
- Queen Room
- Suite
- Loft Suite
Amenities
- On-site restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Fitness center
- Concierge
- Meeting rooms
- Historic brick building
- Walk to Old Town bars
Location
830 E 1st St N, Wichita, KS 67202
37.6877, -97.3284 View on map
Highlights
- Restored historic brick building in Wichita's walkable Old Town entertainment district
- Loft Suite room category with mezzanine-level sleeping and dramatic ceiling heights
- On-site restaurant and bar drawing both hotel guests and the local Old Town crowd
- Steps from Wichita's best concentration of independent bars, restaurants, and live music
Tips for visiting
- Request a Loft Suite for the most distinctive in-room experience — ceiling height and exposed brick set them apart.
- Old Town bars and restaurants are busiest Thursday through Saturday; book weekend nights well in advance.
- The Arkansas River trail system is walkable from the hotel — ideal for a morning run or evening stroll.
- Valet or street parking is the norm in Old Town; the hotel's concierge can advise on nearby options.
- Century II Performing Arts Center and Intrust Bank Arena are both within a few minutes by car for event nights.
Accessibility
The Hotel at Old Town provides ADA-compliant accessible guest rooms with roll-in shower options and grab bars. Elevator access connects all guest floors, and the main entrance from East 1st Street is accessible at grade level for wheelchair users.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hotel at Old Town in a walkable neighborhood?
Yes. The hotel sits within Wichita's Old Town district, surrounded by independently owned restaurants, bars, and live-music venues. The Arkansas River trail and the Keeper of the Plains monument are a short walk west.
What makes the Hotel at Old Town architecturally distinctive?
The property occupies a restored late-19th-century commercial brick building with exposed masonry, original timber framing, and high ceilings that give guest rooms and common areas an authentic industrial-historic character.
Does the hotel have parking?
Old Town Wichita is an urban entertainment district. The hotel's concierge can direct guests to nearby surface lots and street parking options; the property does not operate a large private lot.
Are there good dining options at the hotel?
The Hotel at Old Town has an on-site restaurant and bar/lounge. Guests are also within walking distance of Wichita's densest concentration of independent dining establishments in the Old Town neighborhood.
How far is the Hotel at Old Town from Wichita Eisenhower National Airport?
The property is located approximately seven miles northeast of Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, typically a 15–20 minute drive depending on traffic via Kellogg Avenue (US-54).