The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University, Autograph Collection (West Lafayette, Indiana) Verified Reviews | Tablet Hotels
"Every college and university should be so lucky as to have something like the Union Club Hotel at Purdue University — a hotel with a hundred years of history, set right on campus, but one that’s not afraid of incorporating a bit of contemporary design and an awareness that a hotel can be more than just a lodging. This one’s got personality to spare, and though it’s full of references to the university, it steers just to the right side of collegiate kitsch. 8Eleven Modern Bistro, in particular, goes above and beyond, serving farm-fresh and seasonal fare with a tasteful French accent." - Tablet Hotels
I’ve been to many hotels but this is by far one of my favorites. The rooms are fantastically furnished as is the entire hotel, down to the finest details. My stay was relaxing and quiet; you can’t beat the convenience of getting to the Union. I would not hesitate to recommend the Union Club Hotel to anyone!
Englishbars
Google
I'll start with the one thing that annoyed me. The hotel lobby and bar was full of kids studying. I get it is 80% student run and in the center of campus. But they are selling a hotel experience. We wanted to sit in the lobby several times and felt everything was just overcrowded. It is end of the semester but this honestly isn't the best thing. The restaurant was empty and nice. Everything is a solid 4-5 star experience. We stayed as a layover going to Chicago. We'd stay here again versus Indy. I love the entire campus hotel idea. Again, my only issue is a few "common" areas need to be decided if it is hotel or campus? Breakfast was great. The suite room was good enough for the price. The small kitchenette helped us with kid stuff. This is a very nice hotel and I love these small premium style hotels. They'd be independent hotels but join Marriott and get greater exposure.
Lucas C.
Google
If you have the opportunity to stay at the Union Hotel I would highly recommend it. Not only is it the best hotel in West Layette from a comfort and service standpoint but it also immerses you in a historic building and student culture. The staff called me two days before my arrival just to see if I had any special requests, reservations to make, or other concerns. There’s a tremendous sense of pride and emphasis on exceptional quality that you don’t see anywhere anymore. The onsite restaurant is excellent. The rooms are fresh and large. The shower is great. It might be the best hotel in the state of Indiana.
CleanfreakChicago
Google
Beautiful hotel. Very clean. Luscious bed. The room was small but offered everything we needed and wanted. Plenty of dining options within walking distance, and inside the hotel. Parking garage across the street. Both non-tesla ev charging stations in the garage were BROKEN during our stay. The only negative?: a very long walk to our room for someone still mending from a hip replacement.
Josh
Google
I dunno, it's really unsettling when eating at the restaurant and all you can hear over all else is what I can only presume to be some chef yelling at the employees, in terms of professionalism a person of power should have with employees, well you'll see better at some random fast food place.
Rooms are wonderful and great though and is conveniently located by any necessities.
Forgetyou111
Google
If you’re coming to town for business, I came to this supposed autograph collection hotel brand for a work trip. If you come here for work be advised they don’t check the rooms or showers I got a room where the shower didn’t work, but they still sell rooms for profit. Even house keeping didn’t notice. From one business traveler to another run sub away fast from this hotel. ||The comforter had a stain on it also
williambY8306MM
Google
It was great to be back in this amazing modernly updated historic hotel where I stayed several times as a visiting college debater many years ago. Server, LIV, in the Bistro was particularly good and made outstanding hot chocolate upon our request, that was not even on the menu. She reminded us of Cameron Mitchell’s great book YES IS THE ANSWER, WHAT WAS THE QUESTION?
Tim S.
Google
Came to the hotel for a business conference in Memorial Union and this was the hotel of choice. Great location and conveniently located.
If you’re coming for a business trip go to a different hotel. Run run away from this hotel.
Here is where it gets bad. For an Autograph collection hotel, the shower didn’t even work. The knob kept spinning and spinning. I sent a message to the front desk via the app and I ended up checking out a day early. Don’t stay in room 312 the shower doesn’t work. Ohhh, and this is what the comforter looked like also.