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Lawrence, Kansas, is a delightful city with a truly fascinating history. In fact, as you stroll throughout this Kansas city, you’ll walk by many historic buildings and each one has an interesting story to tell. One of these buildings is a historic hotel that has attracted ghost hunters and those who are seeking a thrill for several years. Many guests say they hear strange sounds, items move and shake on their own, and shadowy figures lurk in the distance. Do you think you are brave enough to spend the night at this haunted hotel in Kansas?

Welcome to the Eldridge Hotel. This hotel has been an important piece of Lawrence history since its very beginning.
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The Eldridge Hotel was originally known as the Free State Hotel and was built in 1855.
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Unfortunately, after only one year, the hotel was attacked and burned to the ground. Colonel Shalor Eldridge rebuilt the hotel with an extra floor. Eldridge said that each time the hotel was destroyed, he would repair the damage and build an additional floor onto the hotel.
The violence continued and in 1863, the hotel was destroyed once again. However, just as he promised, Eldridge went to work rebuilding the hotel and adding another floor.
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The hotel flourished for many decades until the 1920s. At this time, many hotels were going out of business, including the Eldridge Hotel. Fortunately, in 2005, the Eldridge Hotel was restored to its original charm and re-opened its doors. The photo above shows The Eldridge Hotel in 1929.
Today, The Eldridge Hotel is a popular and luxurious place to stay. It has received several awards including the best hotel in Kansas.
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This 48-room hotel features a full-service restaurant and lounge, large banquet spaces, multiple suites, valet parking, and more. You will sleep in comfort and have all of the amenities you desire... if you can sleep, that is.
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Today, it isn’t just weary travelers who spend the night in this hotel, it is also ghost hunters. The Eldridge Hotel is believed to be haunted by Colonel Shalor Eldridge.
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There have been several stories of bags shaking on their own, air conditioning units randomly turning on, doors locking, and even the sound of a water bottle cracking in the middle of the night.
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Take a look in the elevator of the above picture. You will see a shadowy figure that many believe is the Eldridge Ghost.
Room 506 is believed to be the most haunted area in this hotel. Many individuals believe it to be Eldridge’s favorite spot to reside. This is also the room where many paranormal activities take place.
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So, do you think you could spend a night in the historic Eldridge Hotel in Kansas? Have you ever spent the night at The Eldridge Hotel in Lawrence? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! To learn more about this hotel and to book your own stay, visit the hotel’s website and make sure to follow it on Facebook.

Are you searching for even more haunted locations around the Sunflower State? Take this road trip to some of the scariest places in Kansas.

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