Food and lodging
We know that a hospital stay or clinic visit can be stressful. That’s why we want to make your experience as a patient or family member as seamless as possible. For your convenience, we offer a variety of dining options on the UK HealthCare campus. Learn more about our on-site dining locations, our food-delivery rules and nearby lodging options.
Inpatient dining
UK Chandler Hospital, Kentucky Children's Hospital and UK Good Samaritan Hospital provide healthy, balanced meals to inpatients as an important part of treatment and recovery. See information about inpatient meals »
Visitor and outpatient dining options
For visitors and patients not staying in the hospital, we offer a variety of dining options.
UK Chandler Hospital & Kentucky Children’s Hospital dining options
Chandler Dining
This cafeteria, on the first floor of Pavilion A near the patient elevators, is open 22 hours a day (closed 5 - 6 a.m. and 10 - 11 a.m. for meal changes). Cash and credit are accepted.
Courtyard Café
This café is on the ground floor of Pavilion A, next to the lobby atrium and auditorium. It serves coffee, beverages, pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches. Open Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Starbucks
This popular coffee chain is located on the first floor of the Kentucky Clinic. Open Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wildcat Café
This café is on the third floor of the Kentucky Clinic, near the pedestrian bridge to Pavilion H. Open Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Vending machines
Vending machines and a microwave are available 24 hours a day on the first floor of Pavilion H.
UK Good Samaritan Hospital dining options
Good Samaritan Dining
Our cafeteria is located on the first floor of Good Samaritan Hospital (near Entrance B). It is open:
Weekdays: 7 a.m. – 10 a.m. for breakfast and 11 a.m. – midnight
Weekends: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Cash and credit are accepted.
Vending machines
Located on the first floor of the hospital; 24-hour service with a microwave available.
Gift shop
The gift shop is located on the ground floor near Entrance A. The gift shop offers a wide range of personal care items, reading material, cards, drinks, candy, snacks and unique gift items.
Ordering outside food to the hospital
UK HealthCare has a responsibility to prevent potential exposure to transmittable infectious diseases and materials. We ask that patients, visitors and staff limit bringing outside food into our healthcare buildings.
UK HealthCare offers many food options and encourages everyone to take advantage of these options. Patients should consult with their healthcare team(s) to understand their specific diet recommendations.
Lodging nearby
A variety of hotels and motels are within a short distance of the UK HealthCare campus. For information on these hotels/ motels, please see any information desk or the Customer Relations Office located in Pavilion H, near the main entrance, for a complete list. Please contact the hotel of your choice directly for reservations and rate information.
Special Rates
21c Museum Hotel Lexington
167 W. Main St. (Map)
859-899-6800
Website
Call and mention the UK rate or enter in special code "UK" on our site to receive a 10% discount.
Campbell House of Lexington*
1375 S. Broadway (Map)
859-255-4281
Website
Offers hospital and visitor rates.
Candlewood Suites Lexington - Medical District
501 Waller Avenue (Map)
859-963-2444
Website
Call and mention the UK rate to receive a 10% discount.
Comfort Suites*
3060 Fieldstone Way (Map)
859-296-4446
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Embassy Suites at Lexington Green
The Mall At Lexington Green (Map)
245 Lexington Green Circle
859-271-4000
Website
Shuttle to UK and airport.
Embassy Suites Hotel
1801 Newtown Pike (Map)
859-455-5000
Website
Offers hospital and visitor rates.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Lexington*
3050 Lakecrest Circle (Map)
859-977-5870
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa
1800 Newtown Pike (Map)
859-231-5100
Website
Offers hospital and visitor rates.
Hampton Inn Lexington Medical Center*
1953 Nicholasville Rd (Map)
859-313-9000
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Hilton Lexington Downtown
369 West Vine Street (Map)
859-231-9000
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Holiday Inn Express
1000 Export Court (Map)
859-389-6800
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites*
2255 Buena Vista Rd (Map)
859-309-0492
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Home2 Suites by Hilton® - Lexington University/Medical Center
126 East Lowry Lane (Map)
859-313-5200
Website
Special rates for patients and families, please mention you are visiting UK HealthCare.
La Quinta Inn Lexington
1920 Stanton Way (Map)
859-231-7551
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham
2240 Buena Vista Rd (Map)
859-299-9600
Website
Discounted rates offered for patients.
Springhill Suites by Marriott*
863 S. Broadway (Map)
859-225-1500
Website
*Call and receive a 15% discount if "UK" is mentioned at time of booking.
When booking online, please select the Special Rates drop-down and list "uky" under the Corp/Promo Code section.
Other lodging options for families of children in Kentucky Children's Hospital
The Ronald McDonald House has additional options for patients and their families, with some restrictions, and hospital staff must make referrals. If you are interested in more information, contact Social Services at 859-323-5501 or Pastoral Care at 859-323-5301.
Ronald McDonald House
1300 Sports Center Dr.
Lexington, KY 40502 (Map)
859-268-0757
The Lexington Ronald McDonald House serves families of children 21 and younger. Visit their website for more information. Requests for lodging can be submitted directly to Ronald McDonald House in their website menu under "Stay with Us > Register Today!"
Hope Lodge
The American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge also offers lodging for cancer patients and their caregivers. You must have a referral from your physician or a Markey Cancer Center social worker. Visit the American Cancer Society's website for more information.