Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
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A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.
Lobby
Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Presidential Suite | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
A modern dining area with a large wooden table and six chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213
  • Place, Highland Festival Grounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬
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Room options

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(143 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 950 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 950 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Presidential Suite

  • Park view
  • 2200 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Kentucky Kingdom and Kentucky Exposition Center. This 123-room, 4-star hotel has 3 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Highland Festival Grounds - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Louisville Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oliver’s Chop House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property features free WiFi in public areas and an ATM. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 55-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, free long-distance calls, and free local calls are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 15 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Lil' Wagner's
  • Oliver's Chophouse
  • Railbirds Hot Chicken

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (38 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is an adults only property. Guests must be 21 years or older to be on property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 21 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 per person

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. 
  • 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 fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Derby City Gaming Hotel
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property on Jul 22, 2026 start from $126, 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.

What is there to do around Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Louisville based on their ratings, and it's close to Kentucky Kingdom, Louisville Mega Cavern, and Louisville Zoo. You'll also find L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium and Freedom Hall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

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

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property feature a casino?

No, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

This adults-only hotel offers many amenities for couples, including champagne service as well as 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges.

Are there hot tubs at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property has 3 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekend mornings for a surcharge.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property .

Are there connecting rooms at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

The closest major airport to Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is 3.5 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field), which is located 5.2 mi away (12-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property .

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1946 out of 2369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 2369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 2369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 2369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 2369 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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Great stay, great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelia

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Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Polly

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Great accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

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Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mea

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Great stay would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, very clean and classy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, very nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room, with extra amenities. Casino was smoke free and very open.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, parking easy. Always a nice stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, great staff, excellent bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Lovely people, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

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We are not gamblers but love the location and restaurant was wonderful !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very worth every penny! No complaints and great gambling casino.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Caught a great deal for the one night stay. Would stay here again when visiting Louisville.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close enough to downtown but quiet, free parking and a beautiful room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very ckean, bed comfortable, and was very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimiko

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We had a wonderful stay at Derby City. The hotel rooms are large and the beds are comfortable. The rooms are updated and everything was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randall

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Our room was excellent! Everything was very clean and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

april

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025