Louisville

Travel Guide

Muhammad Ali Center showing night scenes and modern architecture
Louisville which includes a city and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Louisville showing a park
Belle of Louisville featuring a ferry and signage as well as a small group of people
Louisville

Where to stay in Louisville

Louisville showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people

Downtown Louisville

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Downtown Louisville is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.

Downtown Louisville
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Jeffersontown

Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.

Jeffersontown
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Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

Fairgrounds
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St. Matthews

St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.

St. Matthews
Conrad Caldwell House showing signage and heritage elements

Old Louisville

3/5(2 area reviews)

Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Conrad-Caldwell House Museum and Asia Institute Crane House while in the area.

Old Louisville
Louisville Science Center which includes outdoor art

West Main Historic District

A noteworthy feature of West Main Historic District is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Frazier International History Museum and Louisville Slugger Museum.

West Main Historic District
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, KY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €136 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
€136
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,405 reviews)
"Great restaurant! Quiet and clean. Nice walk to the convention center and great view of the river. Loved it!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY
The price is €120 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€120
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (608 reviews)
"professional staff clean rooms welldone housekeeping"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Omni Louisville Hotel
Omni Louisville Hotel
4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street, Louisville, KY
The price is €163 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€163
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,490 reviews)
"Great hotel. Definitely will be back"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Omni Louisville Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stellar Suites
Stellar Suites
4.5 out of 5
822 E Market St, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and in-room massages. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Wonderful place to stay!
"Very nice accommodations right in the heart of NULU. Definitely recommend! This is where we stay whenever our travels find us in the Louisville area. Clean, spacious, cute! Great communication from the Stellar Suites team as well!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Stellar Suites
The Bellwether Hotel
The Bellwether Hotel
2 out of 5
1300 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY
Stay at this aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, bathrobes, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Louisville Zoo and Louisville Waterfront Park ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"The boutique Bellwether Hotel is so beautiful and a step back in time. The art deco design, the second floor lounge, and the rooms all beautifully decorated and comfortable. Walk to restaurants, grocery, bars and antique shops."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

The Bellwether Hotel
Hancock House
Hancock House
3 out of 5
601 East Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions KFC Yum Center and Fourth Street Live! ...
8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)
Beautiful and Awesome place
"Great place to stay..No complaints whatsoever. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Hancock House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Louisville

3.9
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

If you go out dining, make sure you have ID with you. We didn't. We went to Howl at the Moon, and they wouldn't let us in. We are pensioners, so a bit of a farce, but told it was the rules of the house. We are from UK so not used to taking ID.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Southern hospitality at its best!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Nice clean downtown ..well sign posted . Easy to get round..interesting facts about KFC ..and muhammad Ali...