Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

King, Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

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401 West 2nd Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301

Smothers Park
‪5 min walk‬
Owensboro Convention Center
‪5 min walk‬
International Bluegrass Music Museum
‪8 min walk‬
Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional)
‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Premium bedding, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Very good

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Wonderful

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

Wonderful

City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Drinks/Snacks)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Hearing)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King, Studio Suite

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Water View)

Exceptional

Water view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Water View)

Exceptional

Water view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator (Water View)

Exceptional

Water view
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Water View)

Exceptional

Water view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King, Suite, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Owensboro

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront places you next to Owensboro Convention Center and Smothers Park. This 150-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Smothers Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Owensboro Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
International Bluegrass Music Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
Owensboro Medical Health System - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Kentucky Wesleyan College - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪PeezO's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
‪The Brew Bridge - ‬8 min walk
‪Rolling Pin Pastry Shop - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
‪Cadillac Restaurant & Grecian - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

At Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.

42-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchens, sofa beds, and refrigerators.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

English

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Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
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$122 nightly

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Total includes taxes and fees

2 Queen Beds (Non Smoking) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

$124 nightly

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

Lure Seafood and Grill

Things to do

Gym
Indoor pool
Shopping

Family friendly

In-room crib
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
In-room sofa bed
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

24-hour business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

On a river

Spa

Manicures/pedicures
Massage

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Phone accessibility kit
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 floor
Banquet hall
Built in 2014
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Free crib
Premium bedding
Sofa bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

Kitchen
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Free local calls
Heating
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Dogs and cats only
2 total (30 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
An off-leash area is available
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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, debit cards, and cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Owensboro, just steps from Ohio River and Smothers Park, and within a short walk of International Bluegrass Music Museum. You'll also find Owensboro Museum of Science and History and Theatre Workshop of Owensboro less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Spa services at the hotel include massages and mani/pedis.

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront include a casino on the premises?

No, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 10 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

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

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront serves free buffet breakfast at Lure Seafood and Grill each morning.

Will Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

The closest major airport to Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront is Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional), which is 5 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Evansville, IN (EVV-Evansville Regional), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or water views.

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyeisha

Apr 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Apr 25, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Apr 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family

Apr 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Absolutely beautiful stay. Cant say enough good things about it.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamsen

Traveled with family

Apr 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Front desk staff was excellent! Precious went above and beyond to help!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Traveled with group

Apr 19, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa, Smyrna

Apr 14, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Traveled with group

Apr 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Right on the River! Lots of activities within walking distance!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family

Apr 2, 2025

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

Great stay

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbi

Traveled with family

Apr 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great stay. Large room

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandy

Mar 30, 2025

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

Everyone was very friendly & the breakfast was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Mar 28, 2025

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

Always a nice visit

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveler

Mar 24, 2025

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

Clean, convenient and safe

Super clean hotel in a convenient location. Safe onsite (free!) parking, walking distance to restaurants and bars.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Mar 22, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Mar 20, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Business traveler

Mar 17, 2025

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

My stay was very comfortable and the staff is very friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with family

Mar 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The riverfront view and the facilities were lovely. The hotel was very clean, and the appointments were so inviting. We enjoyed the pool and delicious breakfast. It was such a fun spring break visit!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025