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Top-rated hotels in Louisville
A shortlist of the top-rated hotels in Louisville, all 4-star, picked on guest rating and review numbers. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want to stay in or near Downtown, close to the convention centre and the Ohio River waterfront.
Staying in Louisville
Louisville is known for the Kentucky Derby, bourbon distilleries, the Louisville Slugger Museum and the Muhammad Ali Center, and it has a thriving food and arts scene. Downtown is home to many of Louisville's major hotels, attractions and dining options, within walking distance of the Kentucky International Convention Center and the Ohio River waterfront. NuLu, the East Market District, is a revitalized neighbourhood of galleries, local boutiques and restaurants with a more independent feel while still being close to downtown.
Nearly every hotel on this shortlist sits Downtown: addresses on West Broadway, West Main Street, South 2nd Street, South 4th Street and West Jefferson Street put guests in the central grid, within reach of the convention centre and the waterfront. NuLu is also represented on West Market Street. Two entries sit further out, on Embassy Square Boulevard and Poplar Level Road. The Downtown group suits couples on a short break, families and business travellers; the outlying hotels are better for travellers with a car.
The shortlist
Ranked by guest rating, then number of reviews.
The Brown Hotel
335 W Broadway, Louisville, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star landmark on W Broadway, 1.7 km from the centre, The Brown Hotel pairs a 4.6 guest rating from 3404 reviews with a restaurant, a fitness centre and a shuttle service. Valet parking and a concierge make arrivals easy, and families have cots and family rooms. Suits travellers who want a classic downtown address with dining and fitness on site.
See The Brown Hotel21c Museum Hotel Louisville
700 W Main Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Valet parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay here21c Museum Hotel Louisville at 700 W Main Street puts contemporary art and a 4.6 guest rating from 2503 reviews under one roof, 2.8 km from the centre. Guests get a fitness centre and gymnasium, a restaurant where pets are allowed, and rooms with bathrobes, minibar and river outlooks. A good fit for art-minded visitors and anyone travelling with a dog.
See 21c Museum Hotel LouisvilleHotel Distil Autograph Collection
101 West Main Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereHotel Distil Autograph Collection on West Main Street has a 4.6 guest rating from 700 reviews and sits 2.3 km from the centre. Breakfast, a restaurant and a fitness centre and gymnasium cover the day, while express check in, parking and pet-friendly rooms smooth the stay. Well suited to guests who want a boutique downtown base with river-side setting.
See Hotel Distil Autograph CollectionOmni Louisville Hotel
400 S. 2Nd Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereOmni Louisville Hotel on S. 2Nd Street earns a 4.5 guest rating from 4327 reviews, 2.0 km from the centre, and stacks up amenities: an outdoor pool, a spa-style massage and a fitness centre, plus several bars and a market on site. Families and couples alike get family-friendly dining, express check in and garage parking. Suits guests who want the fullest facility list among the top-rated downtown hotels.
See Omni Louisville HotelSeelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown
500 S 4Th St, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereSeelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown, at 500 S 4Th St and 2.1 km from the centre, carries a 4.5 guest rating across 3198 reviews. Breakfast and breakfast in room, a restaurant, room service and a fitness centre mean little need to leave, and pets are welcome, as are guests arriving by car with garage and valet parking. A practical choice for downtown business and leisure trips.
See Seelbach Hilton Louisville DowntownThe Grady
601 W Main St, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Grady on W Main St is the smallest of this shortlist with 285 reviews, yet holds a 4.5 guest rating, 2.7 km from the centre. Pets are allowed, parking and valet parking are available, and a bar and restaurant with a river setting handle evenings. Good for travellers wanting a low-key downtown stay with easy self or valet parking and a walkable Main Street address.
See The GradyLouisville Marriott Downtown
280 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereLouisville Marriott Downtown on West Jefferson Street combines a 4.4 guest rating from 3291 reviews with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre and gymnasium, 2.1 km from the centre. Breakfast, a restaurant and a bar are on site, and garage parking, currency exchange and family-friendly sofa beds add convenience. Suits guests who want a pool and gym under one roof.
See Louisville Marriott DowntownHyatt Regency Louisville
320 West Jefferson Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereHyatt Regency Louisville at 320 West Jefferson Street offers a 4.4 guest rating from 2787 reviews and sits 2.2 km from the centre. An indoor pool and fitness centre handle recreation, a restaurant and bars cover meals, and family rooms, garage parking and valet parking ease the logistics. A solid pick for families and business travellers who want a pool and central Jefferson Street base.
See Hyatt Regency LouisvilleEmbassy Suites Louisville Downtown
501 South Fourth Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereEmbassy Suites Louisville Downtown on South Fourth Street scores 4.4 from 2455 reviews and is 2.1 km from the centre. An indoor pool, fitness centre and a lounge with buffet dining cover the stay, and every room type has a microwave and refrigerator; family rooms, a shuttle service and garage parking add flexibility. Suits longer stays and families who want to self-cater.
See Embassy Suites Louisville DowntownMarriott Louisville East
1903 Embassy Square Blvd, Louisville, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereMarriott Louisville East on Embassy Square Blvd is the outlier here, 14.4 km from the centre, with a 4.4 guest rating from 1312 reviews. An indoor pool, fitness centre and a golf course nearby anchor the leisure side, while family rooms, a lounge and buffet dining, plus free wifi and free parking, suit road-trippers and families. Best for guests with a car and business east of the city.
See Marriott Louisville EastHotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by Hilton
143 West Market St, Louisville, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness Center
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by Hilton on West Market St is a recent arrival with 90 reviews and a 4.5 guest rating, 2.2 km from the centre. An outdoor pool and swimming pool, a fitness centre and a restaurant and bar handle recreation and dining, with room service, express check in and pet-free non smoking rooms. Suits guests keen on a newer downtown property with a pool.
See Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by HiltonDerby City Gaming & Hotel A Churchill Downs Property
4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereDerby City Gaming & Hotel A Churchill Downs Property on Poplar Level Rd pairs a 4.2 guest rating from 4707 reviews with a casino on site, 6.3 km from the centre. A restaurant and bars, minibar rooms and concierge service round out the stay, and free car parking makes arrival simple. A natural fit for guests who want gaming, dining and entertainment in one place.
See Derby City Gaming & Hotel A Churchill Downs PropertyGalt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereGalt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham on North Fourth Street is the largest here by review count, 8173, with a 4.1 guest rating, 2.6 km from the centre. An outdoor pool, a spa and massage service, a fitness centre and a beauty salon cover wellness, while balconies, river-side rooms, pets allowed and garage parking add range. Suits guests who want the widest facility spread on the river.
See Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brown Hotel | 4.6 | 3,404 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.7 km |
| 21c Museum Hotel Louisville | 4.6 | 2,503 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.8 km |
| Hotel Distil Autograph Collection | 4.6 | 700 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Omni Louisville Hotel | 4.5 | 4,327 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.0 km |
| Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown | 4.5 | 3,198 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 2.1 km |
| The Grady | 4.5 | 285 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.7 km |
| Louisville Marriott Downtown | 4.4 | 3,291 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Hyatt Regency Louisville | 4.4 | 2,787 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.2 km |
| Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown | 4.4 | 2,455 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Marriott Louisville East | 4.4 | 1,312 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 14.4 km |
| Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by Hilton | 4.5 | 90 | – | – | Yes | – | 2.2 km |
| Derby City Gaming & Hotel A Churchill Downs Property | 4.2 | 4,707 | Yes | – | – | – | 6.3 km |
| Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham | 4.1 | 8,173 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Brown Hotel has family rooms and babysitting service. Hyatt Regency Louisville has family rooms, cots and an indoor pool. Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown adds family rooms, an indoor pool, a microwave and a sofa bed.
The Brown Hotel · Hyatt Regency Louisville · Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown
For pets
21c Museum Hotel Louisville, Hotel Distil Autograph Collection, Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown and The Grady all allow pets. The first two also have a fitness centre; Seelbach Hilton adds a restaurant and valet parking. All are 4-star, Downtown addresses, rated 4.5 or 4.6 out of 5.
21c Museum Hotel Louisville · Hotel Distil Autograph Collection · Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown · The Grady
For pools and spa
Omni Louisville Hotel has an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi and massage. Louisville Marriott Downtown and Hyatt Regency Louisville each have an indoor pool. Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham has an outdoor pool, a spa and massage, with the largest review count here at 8173.
Omni Louisville Hotel · Louisville Marriott Downtown · Hyatt Regency Louisville · Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
For business
Louisville Marriott Downtown, Omni Louisville Hotel and Hyatt Regency Louisville all list a business centre, and each sits about 2 to 2.2 km from the centre on West Jefferson Street or South 2nd Street, handy for the Kentucky International Convention Center. Omni Louisville Hotel also has a market on site.
Louisville Marriott Downtown · Omni Louisville Hotel · Hyatt Regency Louisville
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Louisville is served by Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, located about 15 minutes from downtown; taxi, ride-share, rental car and public bus service are all options. Major highways like I-65, I-64 and I-71 connect the city to other regions, Amtrak's Cardinal line stops in Louisville, and Greyhound provides bus service. Getting around is easiest by car, though downtown is walkable, with many attractions close together. The city has a public bus system, TARC, and ride-sharing services are readily available, and biking is possible with dedicated lanes in some areas.
When to go
The best time to visit Louisville is in spring (April to May) or fall (September to October), when the weather is mild and outdoor activities are pleasant. Spring brings the Kentucky Derby festivities, and the Derby is held annually on the first Saturday in May at Churchill Downs. Fall offers cooler temperatures and colorful foliage. Summer can be hot and humid, and winter is generally cold with occasional snow. Many events, including the Derby, draw large crowds, so plan accordingly.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
The Brown Hotel on West Broadway, at 1.7 km from the centre. Omni Louisville Hotel on South 2nd Street is 2.0 km, Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown and Louisville Marriott Downtown and Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown are 2.1 km.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Brown Hotel has family rooms and babysitting service. Hyatt Regency Louisville and Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown both have family rooms and an indoor pool; Embassy Suites also lists a microwave and a sofa bed. All are 4-star and rated 4.4 or higher out of 5.
Which hotels allow pets?
21c Museum Hotel Louisville, Hotel Distil Autograph Collection, Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown, The Grady and Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham all list pets allowed. Galt House also has an outdoor pool, a spa and massage.
Which hotels have a pool?
Omni Louisville Hotel, Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by Hilton and Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham each have an outdoor pool. Louisville Marriott Downtown, Hyatt Regency Louisville, Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown and Marriott Louisville East have an indoor pool.
Which hotels have parking?
The Brown Hotel lists parking, garage and valet parking. Parking is also listed at Hotel Distil Autograph Collection, Omni Louisville Hotel, Seelbach Hilton Louisville Downtown, The Grady, Louisville Marriott Downtown, Hyatt Regency Louisville, Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown, Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham and Marriott Louisville East. Derby City Gaming & Hotel offers free car parking.
Which hotel is the top-rated pick?
Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville Curio Collection by Hilton and The Grady follow at 4.5.
Which hotels are near Churchill Downs?
Derby City Gaming & Hotel A Churchill Downs Property on Poplar Level Road is 6.3 km from the centre and lists a casino. Among the Downtown hotels, Marriott Louisville East is the furthest out at 14.4 km on Embassy Square Boulevard.
Which hotels have a spa or massage?
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham lists a spa and massage. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville, Omni Louisville Hotel and Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham also list massage; Omni Louisville Hotel adds a jacuzzi.