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3.06km from Kentucky Derby
Experience Southern hospitality with a modern edge at Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr. It’s perfectly positioned less than a mile from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. Discover the spirit of Derby City, from legendary Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum to the Louisville Zoo, Kentucky Kingdom, and Whisky Row, all just minutes away. Our complimentary 24/7 shuttle within a three-mile radius makes getting around is effortless, whether you’re here to work, explore, or unwind. Blending productivity with relaxation, our thoughtfully designed guest rooms feature premium bedding, free Wi-Fi, and inviting details that help you rest easy and stay connected. Savor the flavors of Kentucky at Al’s Table, or gather over craft cocktails in the vibrant Lobby Bar, where conversations and connections flow as easily as the bourbon. With nearly 50,000 square feet of dynamic event space and expert planners on-site, our hotel in Louisville, KY, is a​ premier venue for meetings, weddings, and special occasions. Recharge in our state-of-the-art Fitness Center, enjoy complimentary parking, and splash around in our all-season indoor-outdoor pool, your gateway to comfort, connection, and Kentucky charm.

AAnonymous User 2025.12.05
Service: Very good Environment: very good I can't speak the language, I didn't have breakfast.
Great
121 reviews
9.1/10
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1.56km from Kentucky Derby
Located just off I-65, our pet-friendly hotel is across the street from Cardinal Stadium and the University of Louisville. The airport is just two miles away and it’s just a five-minute walk to KY Expo Center and Churchill Downs. Breakfast, WiFi, and our Wednesday evening social 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, are included in your stay. We also offer a fitness center and outdoor pool.

宁静致远方 2022.11.20
The service is not in place. The room is very comfortable and warm
Amazing
97 reviews
9.4/10
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1.77km from Kentucky Derby
Welcome to the Newest Hotel in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, Staybridge Suites. Complimentary Breakfast Buffet Evening Social every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday In town for the Kentucky Derby? We are located within walking distance from Churchill Downs. The (SDF) Kentucky International Airport is only 1 mile away. We are conveniently located to both interstates Interstate 264 and Interstate 65 Exit 132. Walking distance away from the Kentucky Exposition Center, Freedom Hall and Cardinal Stadium, all with in 1 mile from the hotel. The Kentucky Kingdom Amusement Park is just located across the street from the hotel 0.5 mile away. Several businesses are within 5 miles, GE, Ford, UPS, Yum, Humana, and many more. The University of Louisville and Bellarmine University are just within 5 miles. Downtown Louisville and the Yum Center are just 5 miles away. All rooms have Queen Bed Sofa Sleeper sleeps like a Queen Bed a 50" TV with Full HD Channels, fully equipped kitchens and work spaces. Enjoy complimentary onsite laundry facilities during your stay.

GGuest User 2024.05.17
Hotels near airport The room can hear the sound of the plane taking off and landing The room is very attentive Renovation is particular The bed was very comfortable Free parking Breakfast can be full, there are not many types, overall OK
Great
98 reviews
9.1/10
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1.75km from Kentucky Derby
The Super 8 Louisville FairExpo Center is conveniently located off of Interstate 65 at Exit 132. In the heart of Louisville the Super 8 leaves you at walking distance to Churchill Downs Louisville University The Fair and Expo Center Freedom Hall Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom Broadbent Arena and Papa Johns Stadium. The Super 8 Louisville FairExpo Center gives easy access to all National Conventions held at the Fair and Expo Center sells discount tickets for Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom brings you next door to all University of Louisville Sporting events and leaves you just blocks away from Churchill Downs home to the Kentucky Derby. The Super 8 Louisville FairExpo Center offers High Speed Wireless Internet Access in the Lobby Area and Wireline Internet Access in all rooms Irons and Ironing boards Coffee Makers Hairdryers Cable TV with Starz and a beautiful setting for their Free Light Breakfast. No Pets Allowed

GGuest User 2022.05.24
I had a wonderful stay in a super comfy bed! The roombwas clean and spacious! Would recommend this hotel to family and friends!
101 reviews
7.4/10
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5km from Kentucky Derby
Located in Louisville (Shively), Comfort Inn Louisville Southwest is within a 10-minute drive of University of Louisville and Churchill Downs. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Kentucky Kingdom and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Kentucky Exposition Center. Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 85 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. 32-inch plasma televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
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98 reviews
8.0/10
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3.97km from Kentucky Derby
With a stay at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville, you'll be centrally located in Louisville, within a 10-minute drive of Churchill Downs and University of Louisville. This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Kentucky Exposition Center and 5 mi (8.1 km) from L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a ballroom. Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the hotel's bar/lounge, 0, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Louisville? This hotel has 6400 square feet (595 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request). Make yourself at home in one of the 171 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

LL_ogan 2025.06.03
Don't choose a room near the elevator, the layout is strange, the noise is too loud
Very Good
101 reviews
8.5/10
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1.72km from Kentucky Derby
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Louisville Airport Fair Expo Located next to the Kentucky Exposition Center and less than 2 miles from Churchill Downs we are the premier property for all things Kentucky Derby, Oaks and a local favorite, Thurby!Our convenient location is within walking distance to Cardinal Stadium and Kentucky Kingdom. Located 1.3 miles from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport with easy access to interstates 65 and 264.The Holiday Inn Louisville Airport Fair/Expo offers 106 rooms equipped for leisure or business travelers with microwaves, mini refrigerators, and Keurig coffee makers in all of the rooms. Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access and self-parking. Our on-site business center is perfect to print off any last minute paperwork. Our 2,000 square feet of meeting space and permanent board room set up is perfect for any meeting, training, or social event. We are the perfect business address for visitors to University of Louisville, UPS, Ford, GE, Bellarmine University, CLC, Lear, Ware/Boiler University and Walmart.

GGuest User 2025.04.19
Very close to the exhibition hall
Good
105 reviews
7.9/10
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1.77km from Kentucky Derby
Daily Mandatory Charge includes: Tourism Improvement District Fee Just five minutes from downtown Louisville, youll find our Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport Expo Center hotel. Stop by and stay awhile at our conveniently located airport hotel whether you have business downtown or want to enjoy the Kentucky derby. Mix and match your favorite breakfast at our Inspired Table with a variety of cereals, artisan breakfast sandwiches, waffles, hot cereals, yogurt and assorted toppings, for over 400 possibilities. Every room in our all-suite hotel is customizable to your needs with moveable furniture, a full kitchen, sofa bed, free WiFi and a 50-inch HDTV with premium channels. Choose a one bedroom suite for more space, two TVs and dining table with chairs. Give multi-tasking new meaning at Spin2 Cycle, when you run on the treadmill while running a load of wash. When you need to finish a project, use the 24-hour business center with free WiFi and printing. Stop by the 24-hour Home2Mkt for a snack and any forgotten travel essentials. Unwind in the heated, saline, indoor pool. Plan an event in our 800 sq. ft. of space for 30-35 people in classroom style seating, ideal for small meetings, group interviews and even cozy social gatherings.

AAnonymous User 2024.03.29
Service attitude is very good, because the hotel is late, did not eat anything, the driver driver specially drove us to the supermarket to shop! Like 👍
Very Good
100 reviews
8.8/10
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2.65km from Kentucky Derby
With a stay at Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center in Louisville (Highland Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kentucky Kingdom and University of Louisville. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kentucky Exposition Center and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Churchill Downs. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 66 air-conditioned guestrooms. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.

PPhil Kremer 2022.08.14
Rodeway Inn perfectly located for visiting the Kentucky Kingdom. About 20 minutes walk. Breakfast was okay, unfortunately everything was very heavy on sugar. Otherwise fine. We would sleep here again.
98 reviews
7.5/10
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2.93km from Kentucky Derby
The Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport hotel is a 130-room, interior corridor hotel, located a quarter mile from Louisville International Airport and adjacent to the Kentucky Fair & Expo Center. Hotel shuttle service is available to the airport and the expo center. Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, Churchill Downs, the Kentucky Derby Museum, the University of Louisville, the Louisville Zoo, and the Colonel Harland Sanders Museum are all within three miles of our Hampton Inn hotel. Other nearby points of interest include the Louisville Slugger Museum, Ft. Knox, Caesar's Riverboat Casino and My Old Kentucky Home. Complimentary amenities of the Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport hotel include our deluxe continental breakfast, wireless high-speed internet access, 24-hour airport transportation, fair and expo transportation (excluding sporting events/concerts) and park and fly. We also offer an exercise room, a business center and an outdoor pool. We love having you here in Kentucky at the Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport hotel!

GGuest User 2025.12.26
Well, I've been here for several days and I can tell you that so far it's the best in the city. The treatment of the Font Desk guys is wonderful, the incredible cleaning 😊 I love it
Very Good
99 reviews
8.6/10
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9.0/10
Great
JJohn MichaelVery nice ”Boutique” style hotel in Nulu. Walking distance to many local restaurants and bars. Room decoration was excellent - nice and colorful. But found the room a bit dark in the evening. Upstairs 6th floor bar and lounge was excellent - server Lee was superb! And a hotel suited more for leisure and vacation travelers. Breakfast service does not start until 8:00 am, and was on the slow side. And no in-room coffee. So would highly recommend for a leisure stay in Louisville - would re-think for a business stay.
Hotel Genevieve Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Hotel Genevieve

Louisville
Price per night from:US$135
8.9/10
Very Good
GGuest UserVery nice room and very good service. I booked the wrong room apparently but the front desk worker Josh new what I was looking for (cause we had called before booking online ) and he left a note for them to keep that room available for us for when we arrived . Appreciated the extra step . ❤️
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Northeast Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Northeast

Louisville
Price per night from:US$98
8.9/10
Very Good
PPhotoguyI booked this hotel last minute and arrived around 9 PM at night. The front desk staff was friendly and checked me in quickly and gave me my hotel key directed me to the elevators and where I could park my vehicle. The room was standard. nothing special the bed was comfortable, and I did like the fact that there were USB ports on each side of the bed as well as at the desk. I do wish they had had toothbrush and toothpaste for guests in the room because I had forgotten mine. It would’ve all been nice if they had had a complementary comb for guest to use overall eight out of 10 
Aloft Louisville East Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Aloft Louisville East

Louisville
Price per night from:US$107
8.8/10
Very Good
PPinto767”Exceptional Stay at the Galt House Hotel - A Louisville Gem!” I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, and it was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment I arrived, the warm hospitality and elegant ambiance set the tone for a truly memorable experience. The location of the Galt House is unbeatable—right in the heart of downtown Louisville with breathtaking views of the Ohio River. It’s within walking distance to many attractions, making it perfect for both business and leisure travelers. The moment I stepped into the lobby, I was struck by the grand, modern decor that beautifully blends the hotel’s historic charm with contemporary elegance. The room I stayed in was spacious, impeccably clean, and thoughtfully designed for comfort. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room offered stunning river views that made waking up each morning a delight. The amenities were top-notch, from the plush bathrobes to the high-quality toiletries. I truly appreciated the attention to detail. Dining at the Swizzle Dinner & Drinks restaurant was an experience in itself! The rotating restaurant offers a unique and elevated dining experience with panoramic views of the city skyline. The food was exceptional, with a variety of locally inspired dishes that were both delicious and beautifully presented. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate my dietary preferences, showcasing genuine care and hospitality. The service throughout my stay was exemplary. Every staff member I encountered was friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to ensuring my stay was perfect. From the concierge who provided excellent recommendations to the housekeeping staff who kept everything spotless, the level of service exceeded my expectations. I also had the opportunity to relax at the hotel’s RIVUE Tower Pool, which was a tranquil oasis after a day of exploring the city. The facilities, including the fitness center and spa, were well-maintained and provided an additional layer of luxury to my stay. Overall, my experience at the Galt House Hotel was nothing short of extraordinary. It’s a fantastic blend of southern hospitality, luxury, and comfort. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Louisville. It’s not just a place to stay—it's an experience you won’t want to miss! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Galt House Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Galt House Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Louisville
Price per night from:US$216
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest UserBeautiful hotel, great location, staff were very nice. I left too early to comment on food. My biggest complaint is the studio kitchen appliances; the fridge was beat up and dented, which wasn't a huge deal, but it did make an AWFUL grinding sound all night which prevented me from sleeping. I eventually just ended up unplugging it, which didn't matter since there was nothing in it, but would have been horrible to have to listen to all night.
Residence Inn Louisville Downtown Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Residence Inn Louisville Downtown

Louisville
Price per night from:US$89
8.6/10
Very Good
DDC93Hotel is nice, bed is comfy and the location is spot on for accessing the majority of Louisville. It is a great spot for those visiting for leisure which also comes with its flaws, once people finish partying it was quite loud at 0200 from both guests and those outside in the streets. You can hear everything from next door and in the corridors. Breakfast is good, bar staff were attentive and overall a pleasant visit.
Hyatt Regency Louisville Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Hyatt Regency Louisville

Louisville
Price per night from:US$150
8.0/10
Very Good
Stayed here for the second time, because it was on Saturday, so the price is more expensive than usual, but the hotel is good, the swimming pool gym has, do not like to eat old American breakfast, go out to the hotel for a few minutes to have Chinese food, location Very good, there are shuttle buses from the airport for ten minutes. Overall recommendation.
Comfort Suites Louisville Airport Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Comfort Suites Louisville Airport

Louisville
Price per night from:US$82
6.5/10
GGuest UserIt took forever to get my reservations after I already arrived. The room had no hot water. The room was next to the front office and they were yelling and screaming all night long at 12 o’clock at night. I had to beat on the wall to get him to be quiet and it still didn’t workwasn’t very happy at all. The shower knob came off in my hand was planning on spending two nights there’s no way I would’ve spent another night there.
Quality Inn & Suites University-Airport Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Quality Inn & Suites University-Airport

Louisville
Price per night from:US$62
5.9/10
GGuest UserIt was a nice place the owners and staff was very friendly and helpful could use some new carpet but over all it was nice
5.1/10
SStacy SharrardCheck In was very easy and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I will be back for sure for another stay.
Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville Airport Hotels near Kentucky Derby

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville Airport

Louisville
Price per night from:US$48

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What is the average price of a hotel in Louisville for this weekend?

According to the latest 12-month data from Trip.com, the average price for a 3-star hotel in Louisville this weekend is US$258 per night. For a 4-star hotel, the average cost is US$339 per night. If you're looking for a luxury experience, 5-star hotels in Louisville this weekend typically cost US$410 per night.

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What are the top hotels in Louisville near Kentucky Exposition Center?

Some of the top hotels in Louisville near Kentucky Exposition Center include Crowne Plaza LOUISVILLE AIRPORT EXPO CTR by IHG (from US$72), Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport (from US$118) and Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport (from US$90), all offering easy access to Kentucky Exposition Center, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.

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Louisville has some of the best hotels for you to select. Whether you're traveling for business or on a vacation, SpringHill Suites Louisville Downtown (from US$114), Crowne Plaza LOUISVILLE AIRPORT EXPO CTR by IHG (from US$72) and Embassy Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown (from US$139) are preferred hotels.

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Motel 6 Louisville, KY - Airport - Fair Expo (from US$63) allows pets. Take your pets with you during your stay!

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