INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana—The Omni Severin Hotel in downtown Indianapolis has completed a $24 million renovation, honoring its original architecture and Art Deco roots. The hotel has been a mainstay of Indianapolis since it was built in 1913, and its renovation revives its past with modern conveniences.
Omni Severin’s newly redesigned spaces juxtapose timelessness with contemporary amenities. From valet to reception, visitors will experience approachable luxury and personalized service. Guests can choose from 424 hotel rooms, all of which draw inspiration from the era of train travel, adding nods that create eclectic and tranquil elements. The hotel offers 36 suites with a variety of features, such as lofts, floor-to-ceiling windows, and balconies.
The reimagined hotel lobby acts as a central gathering space and leads to the reception desk featuring a mural that depicts the billowing smoke from a train engine, connecting the dining offerings on either side. Bar Cardinale can be found on the left, offering dinner and specialty drinks. The bar features cardinals throughout the design, a nod to the days when guests would arrive on the Cardinal train line across the street, welcomed to the city by Indiana’s state bird resting along the train line.
The newly opened 8th Notch Cafe & Market occupies the right side of the lobby. The café is inspired by a high speed train—an ode to the neighboring Union Station, which was built in Indianapolis in 1853. In the style of a 1900s corner diner, 8th Notch serves local Hubbard and Cravens coffee, full chef curated-meals, grab-and-go food items, and local goods.
“Omni Severin Hotel’s historic significance in Indianapolis gives us the unique opportunity to usher the hotel into a new, modern era while carefully preserving the beloved property,” said Steve Quackenbush, general manager, Omni Severin Hotel. “We look forward to reintroducing the property to not only locals, but travelers as they visit our exciting city.”
The hotel’s renovation is part of Omni’s broader reinvestment strategy to enhance its portfolio of over 50 properties nationwide. The hotel is one block from the Indiana Convention Center and connected via overhead skywalks by way of the Circle Centre Mall. A short walk from Georgia Street, guests can catch a game or concert at Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
