Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with 3 restaurants, near Louisville Zoo

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a bench, plus a desk and flat-screen TV.
Relax in style amidst a spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a unique staircase.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a geometric floor design.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our hotel lobby, featuring a central bar area with a geometric patterned countertop and multiple screens displaying a variety of content.
Derby City Gaming Hotel features a striking glass and brick facade with a central entrance and beautifully manicured grounds.
At the Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property, unwind in style with three restaurants and a coffee shop. Connect to WiFi and enjoy perks like free self parking, an elevator, multilingual staff assistance and helpful staff praised by previous guests.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding

Room options

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Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Champagne service
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(94 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Champagne service
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213

What's nearby

  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Louisville Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University of Louisville - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive
  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Derby City Gaming - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hometown Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property puts you within a 10-minute drive of Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Oliver's Chophouse, one of 3 restaurants, which serves dinner. Also, Kentucky Exposition Center and University of Louisville are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 123 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 97
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 107
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

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Special features

Dining

Oliver's Chophouse – This steakhouse only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Lil' Wagner's – This diner serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open selected days.
Railbirds Hot Chicken – This theme restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 15 per person

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property has a gaming floor on-site with 1,300 gaming machines.

Also known as

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property has 3 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.

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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property's dining options offered great variety, excellent food quality, and excellent service. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Staff, hotel, and gaming areas were amazing
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent food, service and decor!
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay if you like to gamble very comfortable rooms
2-night trip

10/10

This is our 5th time staying here and it is in a perfect location to downtown and the Bourbon Trail.
3-night trip

10/10

Very clean and 5 star hotel. I have stayed many places, Derby is top 3-5
2-night trip

10/10

Great place great people excellent restaurant
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay, staff was amazing!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel, loved the cleanliness and convenience!
1-night trip

10/10

Very clean and friendly place.
1-night trip

10/10

absolutely great in every aspect!
1-night trip

10/10

This was the first time I stayed at this property and I was very impressed. Location was great, customer service was great, rooms were beautiful. Would definitely stay here again.
1-night trip

10/10

It was a wonderful experience
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome rooms, comfortable beds.
1-night trip

10/10

It was a last minute trip that worked out great! Can’t wait to go back
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel rooms are beautiful and quiet.
1-night trip

10/10

room was clean and quiet. service excellent. a pleasure to stay there.
1-night trip

10/10

I enjoyed my stay
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel, clean and friendly service
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay! Staff was excellent and everything was easy. Rooms were comfortable and whole area was spotless. Food at the Eats was good. Close to Churchill Downs ! Definitely would do another trip
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful property, highly recommended!
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay. Very spacious rooms
1-night trip

10/10

Great as always!
1-night trip

10/10

Great getaway close to home
1-night trip

10/10

It was a very nice place and the staff was great especially Justin at the front desk. Only thing could have been better is a voucher to eat or play in the casino caused you stayed at the hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Awesome fun time at this hotel.
1-night trip