Hotel Overview
President
It was perfect!! Perfect location & service!! The extras & staff were perfect!!
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Dreamcatcher
- Jan 30, 2012
Everything in one place
Very nice place, unbeatable view, one of the top bourbon bars in the world, great restaurants,...
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Love Louisville
- Jan 17, 2012
4-star hotel is an undisputed winner in heart of thoroughbred country
Galt House, the largest hotel in Kentucky, is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Louisville. The city's only waterfront hotel recently completed a $60-million renovation of its nearly 1,300 guest rooms and suites. Upgraded amenities include a modern rooftop fitness center, full-service business center, seven outstanding restaurants and lounges, spa services, extensive meeting and event facilities, and valet parking.
Highlights
- Rooftop restaurant and lounge offering breathtaking panoramic views
- 53 meeting rooms, two ballrooms, and an exhibit hall for business functions
- Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access
- Outdoor pool
Rooms
Guests can choose from five types of spacious rooms and suites, including executive suites, waterfront balcony, two-bedroom waterfront suites, deluxe guest rooms, and extended-stay apartments. Many rooms feature balconies and spectacular waterfront or city views. Amenities include exquisite decor and furnishings, luxurious king or queen beds with high-quality linens, free Internet service, cable television with premium channels, and deluxe bath products.
Features
Guests enjoy a choice of seven restaurants and lounges. The rooftop RIVUE Restaurant and Lounge features expansive views of downtown and the waterfront and was voted one of Louisville's best restaurants. Café Magnolia offers casual dining for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
At Al J's at the Conservatory, guests can enjoy a meal or beverage at the 30-foot aquarium bar, offering sweeping views of downtown and the waterfront. Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar and Lounge offers a place to relax and unwind while choosing from over 150 Kentucky bourbons. It was named one of Whisky Magazine's Best Bourbon Bars in the World.
The Club 360 Fitness Center is located on the hotel's rooftop, providing spectacular views. Guests enjoy the view while working out on high-tech, low-impact cardiovascular machines with individual LCD televisions, as well as a large selection of free weights.
The Galt House is connected to the Kentucky International Convention Center via a covered and climate-controlled skywalk. The hotel is also within walking distance to Fourth Street Live, Louisville Slugger Museum, and Muhammad Ali Center.
Transportation
- Louisville International Airport (8 mi/12.9 km)
Business
- In-room work area
- Free Internet access
- Business center
- 124,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, including 53 meeting rooms
- Two ballrooms and a dedicated exhibit hall
Nearby attractions
- Antique Mall (1.3 mi/2.1 km)
- Louisville Ballet (6 mi/9.7 km)
- Churchill Downs (10 mi/16.1 km)
Galt House Hotel Rooms
- East Suite
- The room offers 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds internet access, cable/satellite TV, air conditioning, climate control, voice mail, coffee/tea maker, wake-up calls, housekeeping daily, turndown service (on request), complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, windows, clock radio, desk, electronic/magnetic keys. All non-smoking as of May 5, 2008.
- Deluxe Rivue Tower Room
- The room offers 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds internet access, cable/satellite TV, air conditioning, climate control, voice mail, coffee/tea maker, wake-up calls, housekeeping daily, turndown service (on request), complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, windows, clock radio, desk, electronic/magnetic keys, smoking rooms. All non-smoking as of December 6, 2009
Hotel Map
140 North 4th Street, Louisville, KY 40202
- Area served
- Louisville, KY
- Nearby airports
- Louisville International Airport (SDF):
- Area description
- The Hotel is located 8.5 miles from Louisville International Airport and the approximate driving time is 15 minutes.
Amenities
- Airport Shuttle
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa services
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Galt House - Louisville's only downtown waterfront hotel, has more meeting space and separate meeting rooms than any other hotel in Kentucky. Choose from over 50 rooms, which can accommodate from 10 to 3,800 attendees. 120,000 square feet of total meeting space 46 meeting rooms with seating for 10 to 3,800 people.
Dining
- Cafe Magnolia
- Enjoy a home-cooked breakfast, lunch or dinner in a casual, laid-back setting. For quick, friendly service and hours that fit everone's schedule, head for the Caf Magnolia on the second floor. Open daily from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m.
- RIVUE
- RIVUE is literally the height of fine dining at the Galt House and in the city of Louisville. Situated elegantly on the 25th floor, this revolving restaurant is truly spectacular. Specializing in hearty steaks, veal and seafood, meals in RIVUE are served with traditional Southern hospitality with a breathtaking view of the waterfront. Our Sunday brunch is well-known by the locals and is a Louisville tradition you won't want to miss. Join us Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
- Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar
- Kick back and enjoy a specialty drink in the old-world setting of the Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar. It's a great place to catch up on the day's events or to watch the game on a big-screen TV. It's the perfect gathering place after a day of meetings or shopping. Lunch is served daily.
- Al J's and Thelma's
- The Conservatory, which spans Fourth Street and links the hotel's East and West Towers, is now complete. This impressive glass-domed structure is a unique and sociable meeting place. Here, you can relax and enjoy a fresh-brewed Starbucks coffee from Thelma's- open 24 hours--- Or cozy up to your favorite libation at Al J's, with its giant tropical fish aquarium bar. Modeled after the Crystal Palace in London, the Conservatory will be decorated with tropical plants and contain an aviary with exotic and colorful songbirds.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (119)
Ratings and reviews for Galt House Hotel
- All travelers (119) 4.1 / 5
- Business (31) 3.8 / 5
- Couples (35) 4.2 / 5
- Families (31) 4.2 / 5
- Friends (15) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (6) 4.8 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4
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Would recommend
great location
the room was large clean and vry comfortable. the location is ideal..on the river and just a short walk to the Yum center and entertainment district
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
the room was large clean and very comfortable. the location is ideal..on the river and just blocks away from the Yum center and the entertainment district.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
President
It was perfect!! Perfect location & service!! The extras & staff were perfect!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Everything in one place
Very nice place, unbeatable view, one of the top bourbon bars in the world, great restaurants, close to everything. Neighbors a little noisy at early hours and the room cleaning was a bit spotty.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cyclocross World Championship race
I joined my bicycling husband who participated in this world championship race. The hotel was 3 miles, easy walk from the venue. Everything was great from the beds, cleaning service, staff, to the breakfast, bar, and gym. My only complaint was how slow the elevators were. I definitely got some unintended workouts through stair climbs!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go to Doc Crows for an inexpensive southern dinner! The ribs are better than the brisket!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Galt House Hotel
I enjoyed my stay here. The location if perfect. There are many places to see in walking distance
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great stay
Staff was extremely helpful. Great location, wonderful bar area. Rooms are a little on the old side but nicely updated. Very pleasant stay, would stay again, espescially if I get the deal I got this time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
hmph
Giant complex with plenty of space and restaurants. Live fish in the bar; nice. However, room had issues: - Internet was too slow to stream any videos or do any serious work. - Cold water came out HOT every time it was turned on (too close to hot water system??) so I had to bleed the cold every time. - Room was a 2.5-3 on the cleanly-o-meter and needs an update.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Los Azteces Mexican Restaurant! Giant portions, attentive service and great prices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great hotel
I loved this hotel, they have restaurant, christmas was great and they have great food. Rooms are very clean and big!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Italian Paninis at Thelmas are great
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Excellent Hotel
It's a Great Hotel, Great View, great restaurants, very clean, I love It.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Italian Pannini, they are Great!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Room Review
We had a suite in the East Tower for our stay over Christmas. The room and room service were great, the only thing, I think it might be time to replace the couch that makes into a bed. The mattress was very thin and extremely uncomfortable for a 3 night stay. Might consider replacing them.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
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