In the heart of Indianapolis, Looking Glass Inn offers a warm welcome with local cuisine breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Unwind in the garden, connect to free WiFi or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli. Previous guests rave about the multilingual staff.
1319 N. New Jersey Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202
What's nearby
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mass Ave Cultural Arts District - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Old National Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Central Canal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Gainbridge Fieldhouse - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 21 min drive
Indianapolis Station - 4 min drive
Methodist Station - 19 min walk
Canal Station - 20 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Gregs Our Place - 8 min walk
Axle’s Garage Tap - 14 min walk
English Ivy's - 8 min walk
The Indianapolis Propylaeum - 8 min walk
About this property
Looking Glass Inn
At Looking Glass Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas Oil Stadium. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and local cuisine breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1905
Garden
Picnic area
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
7 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Looking Glass Indianapolis
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Looking Glass Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Looking Glass Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Looking Glass Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Looking Glass Inn and nearby?
Looking Glass Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Looking Glass Inn like?
Looking Glass Inn is a short 17-minute walk from Old National Centre and 13 minutes' walk from Mass Ave Cultural Arts District.
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Reviews
Looking Glass Inn Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was great with a variety of options including juice, fruit, eggs, yogurt, and pastries. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
Just stayed for a night but would have gladly stayed longer. It was quiet and cozy and they went the extra mile to make me feel at home and comfortable. My room had a huge jet tub which was very relaxing.
Jena
Jena, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Looking Glass Inn is a beautiful place! My husband and I and my two sisters with their husbands had a very enjoyable stay. We attended a wedding at Bottleneck Hotel and it was relaxing to spent time relaxing at the hotel.
Mary Jane
Mary Jane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
Very nice overnight stay.
We had a delightful overnight stay. Our room, the Willow room, was both elegant and comfortable. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The cold buffet breakfast provided a nice start to the day.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
The staff were friendly and accommodating to my needs. Nice place to stay
Anne Marie
Anne Marie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Lovely house, friendly staff. Great breakfast options nearby.
Mitchell
Mitchell, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2025
A lovely property with one big problem: the HVAC system emits a loud, high frequency droning noise that is inescapable on the second floor. Thankfully, the innkeeper was able to relocate us to the one bedroom available on the first floor, where we escaped the noise and had a good stay. The neighborhood is lovely, the location is convenient, breakfast was good, and street parking was easy to find.
Adrienne
Adrienne, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2024
Friendly staff. Beautiful place.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Lovely stay
I love the looking glass in. The staff is amazing and the room was very comfortable. I immediately felt right at home and would definitely return.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
The property was beautiful. A house that was built in 1805 it doesn't get any better then that. The Willow Room is the best....blue and positioned in the front of the house.
Anganetta
Anganetta, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2023
Great price and great history
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2023
Super charming and comfortable accommodations. Staff was great, wifi was fast, loved the snacks available late night, and breakfast was very nice. The staff recommended a restaurant an 8 min walk away and it was also excellent.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Comfortable historic house in quiet neighborhood. Very cozy and friendly. Excellent staff that was very attentive
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Very informative and easy going staff
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Love the history of the house. Great rooms and had everything we needed. Great Friendly Staff. Clean Room. Great location
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
The staff was great! They knew we were in town for a concert and they made it extra special by playing the artists music during breakfast and gave us each a small gift.
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Good stay!
The stay was great! However we were only there one night! The only thing that could be better is having an option for something warm for breakfast. The Inn is in a goid locution! Nice historic area! Would like to stay longer next time.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Beautiful historic home in an equally beautiful and historic neighborhood. Walking distance to President Benjamin Harrison home, Morris-Butler house, and area restaurants. It is safe and quiet with easy on-street parking.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 18, 2025
Friendly Innkeeper
The innkeeper was friendly and the property was nicely decorated. Breakfast was your standard continental. The flooring on the side entry is in need of replacement and I wished we had the mini fridge in our room because I forgot to go down the hall to retrieve my food from the mini fridge when I departed. Rooms were very today but sheets are scratchy.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
Beautiful well kept older house in a beautiful historical neighborhood. Very quiet and peaceful. We ordered dinner and dinned on front porch. Would love to return some time
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
We were in town for the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon. The Looking Glass Inn was close (6 minute drive) to the start of the race. No traffic on race morning. Plus, it is close to restaurants for the night before. The neighborhood is beautiful, and we will stay here again!
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2024
Beautiful BnB
Pros: cleanest place ever, beautiful property, easy check in, thoughtful/tasteful room design, easy entry. Loved the access to ice and filtered water. Nice pillows.
Cons: the best was VERY uncomfortable. Whenever one of us moved the other one rolled to the center of the mattress. The water pressure was extremely low in the shower. That might not bother everyone. Also, I was expecting a breakfast, rather than just a little continental. It’s okay, it’s just not what I’m used to from B and Bs.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 30, 2024
The staff was fine. The bed in the Willow Room was very soft and uncomfortable to the point that sleep was very difficult. We had a conference that started at 8;00 so we needed to eat breakfast promptly at 7:00 as advertised, only to not serving did not occur until 7:15, making us late to the conference session.... probably not return.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
This is a beautiful historic building in a lovely, quiet and neighborhood. The home is over 100 years old and as much of the original decor and furniture as possible has been maintained. Needed updates, such as a large shower stall, were well done. Each floor has a butler's pantry where you have access to a refrigerator, hot and cold water, variety of beverages, and free microwave popcorn.
I thought the Continental breakfast was excellent, including juice, fruit, hard cooked eggs, yogurt and a large variety of breads and pastries. However, my husband was very disappointed that there were no cooked offerings.
The innkeeper recommended that we go to the Tinker Street restaurant for dinner. It was within easy walking distance of the inn so we didn't have to deal with moving the car and parking. It was a wonderful recommendation. We had a peach and burrata salad, crab scampi, and their signature dessert homemade ricotta donuts. It was all excellent.
Our only concern about the Looking Glass Inn is that we thought the room might be too warm at night. Although the shared areas of the building were air-conditioned, the rooms are not. And we were unable to open the window to get fresh air. Fortunately, by evening the outside temperature had dropped enough that it wasn't uncomfortable.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2026
This place is in a great neighborhood and close to the Mass Ave. district. Very quaint and great value.
Brad
Brad, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2026
Check in was quick amd easy. The staff there was very helpful and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay there and would come back for another visit.