get your motor running...welcome to the Hampton Inn & Suites Kokomo.Incorporated in 1865 as a trading post, Kokomo was named after a Miami Indian and means "black walnut." Today, the town's nickname is "City of Firsts," a proud moniker that stems from the fact Kokomo is home to the first American car, the first pneumatic rubber tire, the first carburetor, and the first all-transistor car radio.Do we sound a little car crazy at the Hampton Inn & Suites� hotel in Kokomo? Okay, we admit it-we're just a block away from two of the automotive industry's major powerhouses (Chrysler and Delphi), which makes us the most convenient hotel in town for car buffs. Come stay with us at our hotel in Kokomo, and you'll see why we'll get your motor running. services & amenitiesHere at the Hampton Inn Kokomo, we're passionate about taking good care of you. That's why we offer a broad range of services and amenities at our hotel to make your stay exceptional.Whether you're planning a corporate meeting or need accommodations for a family reunion or your child's sporting group, we're delighted to offer you easy planning and booking tools to make the process quick and organized.* Meetings & Events* Local restaurant guide