Clarion Inn & Suites University Center

1577 South College St., Auburn, AL 36832 United States (USA) near Exit 51 on I-85 (~1.5mi)
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2.5 Star Property
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4.0/5

Based on 858 guest reviews

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  • With an outdoor pool!
  • Free breakfast available
  • Fitness center on property
  • Hotel has 100 rooms
  • Hotel has 3 floors
  • Hotel has 7 suites
  • Check in time: 3 pm
  • Group score of 10.0/10
  • Hotel has 4 meeting rooms

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Room Types

Check Rates2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check Rates2 Double Beds - Free WiFi, Microwave Flat Screen TV
Non-Smoking
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Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

.5 mi Smith Museum of Art, 1 mi Jordan Hare Stadium,1 mi Auburn University,2 mi Auburn Softball Complex, 3 mi fishing, 10 mi Grand National Golf Course, 15 mi Tuskegee National Forest and Tuskegee College

Verified Reviews of Clarion Inn & Suites University Center

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Worst hotel I have ever been."
Overall Score1.0/ 5
This hotel is awful. It is dirty the carpet is old and dirty. lights donot work. TV doesnot work. phone does not work. Rooms have mold in them. The pool has algea. No coffee not continentalbreakfast. The plants ate overgrown seps are dirty and looks like they havenot even been swept. The whole hotel is run down like third world country. I donot know what Clarion stanfards are but this below substandard. I will never go to Clarion and Choice hotels. NASTY NASTY NASTY.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 20 to Fri Jun 21 2024 at a $76.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 858 guest reviews

Property Description

The Lexington Hotel University Convention Center offers 100 newly renovated accommodations consisting of 84 doubles, 9 kings, and 7 king suites. Located off Interstate 85, Exit 51. Our hotel offers the largest ballroom in town and combined meeting space totaling over 9,000 square feet that is easily dividable to accommodate functions of all sizes. We are within close proximity to Auburn University, Jordan-Hare Stadium, the Jules-Smith Art Museum, and the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trails. Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast Cocktail lounge with nitely specials Live entertainment Outdoor pool Exercise facility Ballroom Dancing Wedding services Mail services Complimentary Newspaper Porterage/bell services Safe deposit box 24-hour front desk Elevator, wheelchair accessible Ice/vending machines Baggage hold Express check-out Late check-out with charge Hearing impaired services Parking for the physically challenged Bus/Truck/RV parking Free parking Conference facilities Meeting facilities Banquet facilities Audio/visual equipment Catering Computer modem hookupsShipping Conference services Fax services Photocopy services Exterior corridor High-speed Internet access Guest Room Amenities: Cable satellite television - with movie channels VCR available - nominal fee AM/FM alarm clock Coffee/tea maker Hairdryer Iron, ironing board Additional in-room toiletries Dataports High-speed Internet access Direct dial two-line telephone Wake-up calls Free local calls under 30 minutes Free long distance access Voice mail Individual Climate ControlRefrigeratorMicrowave Adjoining rooms available Cribs available Rollaway beds, nominal fee

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3 pm
Check Out: 11 am
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 3
Rooms: 100
Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 83
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 7
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 4 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 10000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 900 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 5pm-2am
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
14 days prior to arrival on entire group3 days on single rooms
Nightly Parking: 0.00
Typical Group Deposit: 0
Total Taxes: 13.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 4.00%
Occupancy Tax: 7.00%
City Tax: 2.00%
Food and Beverage Tax: 8.00%
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 21.00%
Banquet Bartender Fees: 25.00 Per Hour
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 8.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 15.99 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 11.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 19.99 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 5.00 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 5.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 10.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 1.50 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 1.50 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Movies in room
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • TV room
  • VCR or VCP
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Nearby Airports - * Auburn/Opelika - Robert G Pitts Airport *AU Faculty, Staff and Official University Guests* - AUO - 5 miles. * Columbus Metropolitan Airport - CSG - 43 miles. * Montgomery Regional Airport - MGM - 60 miles. * Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport - ATL - 100 miles. * Birmingham International Airport - BHM - 118 miles.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$25 fee per stay

About Clarion Hotels

  • Full-service property with meeting/event space and available catering services
  • Feature a restaurant or social bar and lounge based on location
  • High-quality bedding
  • Free high-speed internet
  • 24-hour business center services
  • Spacious rooms with large desks

The Clarion Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Hound - A Southern-inspired breakfast spot known for its biscuits and gravy. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Amsterdam Cafe - A cozy cafe serving sandwiches, salads, and soups. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Acre - A farm-to-table restaurant offering a diverse menu with locally sourced ingredients. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art - Explore a collection of American and European art in a beautiful setting. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Crepe Myrtle Cafe - Enjoy delicious crepes and coffee in a charming cafe atmosphere. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Ariccia Trattoria - An Italian restaurant serving homemade pasta and wood-fired pizzas. Located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Hamilton's on Magnolia - A trendy restaurant offering a fusion of Southern and international flavors. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Chewacla State Park - Explore nature trails, swim in the lake, or have a picnic in this beautiful state park. Located 5.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Big Blue Bagel & Deli - A local favorite for bagels, sandwiches, and breakfast options. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Tacorita - A Mexican restaurant known for its flavorful tacos and margaritas. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Depot - A historic train station turned restaurant offering a diverse menu and live music. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Jordan-Hare Stadium - Take a tour of the iconic football stadium and learn about Auburn University's sports history. Located 1.7 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Lexington Auburn University Convention Center, Lexington Hotel University Convention Center

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center.

Feel free to use the Clarion Inn & Suites University Center meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Auburn event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Ballroom 126 x 45 x 10 5670--/400--350------30/--5003005670
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Ballroom

Main Ballroom Great for large meetings, Receptions, Family Reunions, Concerts
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
5670 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
126 x 45 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
12
Columns:
2
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Lower Ballroom 70 x 36 x 10 2520--/210--1056072--16/--280252--
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Lower Ballroom

Hard Wood Dance Floors
Room Type:
Exhibit Hall
Total Size:
2520 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
70 x 36 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
2
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
Gardenia Room 25 x 25 x 10 625--/----26151815--/--------
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Gardenia Room

Standard Meeting Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
625 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
25 x 25 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
Magnolia Room 25 x 25 x 10 625--/----26151815--/--------
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Magnolia Room

Standard Meeting Room
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
625 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
25 x 25 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation

FAQs about Clarion Inn & Suites University Center

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11 am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Clarion Inn & Suites University Center have?

There are 100 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center?

Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Clarion Inn & Suites University Center?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

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