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Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville

3.5 star property
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Serves breakfast and dinner
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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4110 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216
  • Place, Expo Five
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Iroquois Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Churchill Downs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Located in Shively within a mile (2 km) of Ohio River Valley, Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville is within 2 miles (3 km) of Saints Mary and Elizabeth Hospital. This 171-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Expo Five - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Iroquois Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • University of Louisville - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Churchill Downs - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kentucky Derby - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Castle - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Franco's Restaurant & Catering - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪BC Roosters - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville

At Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 0

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,400 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Prepaid credit cards are not accepted.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

This hotel is situated in Shively within a short 17-minute walk of Ohio River Valley. You'll also find Churchill Downs and Iroquois Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville on Jun 14, 2026 start from $102, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville feature a casino at the property?

No, Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool plus some guestrooms include a city view and a hydromassage showerhead.

Does Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville serves free continental breakfast at 0 each morning.

Does Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville for a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night.

Does Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

The closest major airport to Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is 4.7 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field), which is located 10.1 mi away (14-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville.

Cottonwood Airport & Expo Hotel Louisville Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 608 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice all around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean spacious rooms, excellent breakfast, and wonderful staff. I definitely will stay again! THANK YOU:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast & friendly staff 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tasheia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was amazing and the staff were very friendly I loved how they talked about God it was a very awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jody

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The room was clean and staff were very friendly and helpful, but i do wish the restaurant and bar were open in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff, breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

putu

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nice hotel and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susana S.

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The room was nice and the staff was wonderful! They were friendly and very helpful as to suggesting where to have great local eats!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean friendly staff excellent accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and accommodating. Polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, comfortable rooms, quiet AC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the highway,Quiet,Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RODRIGO

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Amazing Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. I forgot the name of the gentleman who worked the front desk when I checked in but he was very friendly and courteous!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful well kept property and breakfast was 5 star.The bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast. Friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Staff was professional and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Room and Service

It was above average and very very friendly/helpful staff. We will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely well maintained and spotless from the room to pool and exercise areas. One of the best breakfast bars ever! Close to many dining opportunities. Will make it our first choice for future trips to Louisville.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Feza

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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