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The Brown Hotel

Property class: 4.5
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY, 40202
  • Place, Louisville Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fourth Street Live!
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬
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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and framed pictures on the walls.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a lamp, and a decorative item on the desk.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, a bookshelf, and a framed picture on the wall.

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Located in Downtown Louisville, The Brown Hotel is adjacent to Louisville Palace and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Fourth Street Live!. This 293-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Louisville Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fourth Street Live! - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • KFC Yum Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Whiskey Row - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Parlay Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Third Street Dive - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Brown Hotel

The Brown Hotel features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 45 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • J.Grahams Cafe
  • Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Gym
  • Piano
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 33,422 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 16 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 40 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Brown Hotel
Brown Hotel Louisville
Brown Louisville
Hotel Brown
The Brown Hotel Hotel
The Brown Hotel Louisville
The Brown Hotel Hotel Louisville

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Brown Hotel?

The Brown Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Hotel?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Hotel on Nov 25, 2026 start from $153, 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 can I see around The Brown Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Louisville within a 10-minute walk of Louisville Palace and Fourth Street Live!. You'll also find KFC Yum Center and Whiskey Row less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Brown Hotel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 45 per night with in/out privileges and self parking is available for USD 35 per night with in/out privileges.

Does The Brown Hotel have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and turndown service at this hotel.

Does The Brown Hotel include a casino?

No, The Brown Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Brown Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Brown Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include a down comforter, turndown service, and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Brown Hotel?

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

Does The Brown Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Brown Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at J.Grahams Cafe.

Does The Brown Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Brown Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Brown Hotel?

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

What is the closest airport to The Brown Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Brown Hotel is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF), which is 5 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Brown Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Brown Hotel.

Does The Brown Hotel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Brown Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Brown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1078 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1439 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was beautiful and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Brown is an wonderfully elegant hotel. The architecture is amazing and the rooms are large and well kept. It was an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice stay, the staff was amazing and the room was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Classic clean and very historical
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great people and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely beautiful hotel loved the stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love staying at historic/unique hotels, and The Brown fit the bill! Loved staying there and having my first Kentucky Mule!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel with lots of history. Bathroom very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Went for a six day trip and we loved the charm of the hotel. Bar drinks were great and room was cleaned each day, which was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff went above and beyond to give you an experience that felt like it was from a better time! Very close to several family friendly restaurants, and nightlife for the adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Brown Hotel is amazing. The historic charm and the 'old world' feel are wonderful. Even better, all the staff were incredibly helpful! People were so friendly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room. Very comfortable and staff was very helpful. Love staying when I go to Louisville. Close to everything downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an old-school luxury hotel. The room was massive for what I paid and lots of classy antique decorations and furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely old fashioned very comfortable hotel with a lot of character and fabulous staff. Excellent stay. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast menu was great, bartender, and drinks were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just a good experience within a classic hotel with great ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place. Would stay again. Make reservations for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The stay was excellent. Was able to watch the J4 fireworks from the roof terrace. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, large room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of my favorite places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic hotel! Room was beautifully decorated and the restaurant and dinner were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent room and delicious Hot Brown!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Brown was one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever seen! Take time to explore the property. We went to the rooftop, amazing views. The hotel bar/restaurant is a must. Recommend the hot brown dip and French onion soup.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a beautiful hotel! Very friendly staff! Had a great time there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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