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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

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3 bars/lounges
3 bars/lounges
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Presidential Suite, 2 Bathrooms | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a large window with a view of a building.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 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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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, a desk, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, a desk, and a bed.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bathrooms | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Presidential Suite, 2 Bathrooms

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

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property places you within a few miles (5 km) of Kentucky Exposition Center and Louisville Zoo. 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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪City Barbeque - ‬7 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 May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property on May 25, 2026 start from $133, 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 Louisville Mega Cavern, Louisville Zoo, and Kentucky Kingdom. 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. 1719 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 2106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jerry, PROSPECT

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean, room decor is very nice. Great stay! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jalyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was EXCELLENT ! Me and my partner enjoyed our stay very much !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very accommodating. I had failed to book my room correctly and they were more than understanding and helpful with making sure we got everything squared away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless and flawless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was extremely clean, fresh, and well-arranged. The property is very nice and we had a blast downstairs watching the basketball game, getting some food, playing some games, and having a few drinks. We will definitely be booking again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Popcorn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very good. Super friendly! When we walked in the room it was 75 degrees. That’s is way to hot. I had to call the front desk twice to let them know I needed the temp changed. The room was very clean. Smelled good through out the hotel. The casino was ok until you entered the the smoking section. The heat in that room was so hot we couldn’t even stay in it for more than 5 minutes. The restaurant was good inside the hotel. The overall experience was ok. I feel like the hotel is geared more towards elderly people.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was hot and the AC controls were locked out. There was also a lot of noise outside the hotel during the night that woke me up multiple of times.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room! Will be back...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Darrell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and ready for us when we arrived. Would like to see makeup remover towel and wipes like they have at the Oak Grove facility. Staff at check out was polite and quick. The staff for the bars could use a little help. Seen a lot standing around and did not seem to be in any hurry to serve unless you were a regular. Need to have more staff behind the bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, beautiful atmosphere. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exactly the way it should have been.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

JOSHUA

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I have stay here often. Never really had any issues other than AC not working a few times. This week my stay was terrible. One side of bed looked like a 3000 pound piece of concrete was on it. Not sure how house keeping or management didn't noticed it. Very obvious. Pillows felt hard like couch cushions with a pillow cover over them. Couldn't sleep first night of stay so second night I went to Costco and bought a pillow to use. Was putting some stuff in safe. Looked down and seen 2 roaches running across the floor. I am in Louisville often on business. This will be my last time staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026