Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Kentucky Exposition Center

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Property entrance
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Indoor pool
Interior
Reception hall

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym

Explore the area

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447 Farmington Ave, Louisville, KY, 40209
  • L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Kentucky Kingdom
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 349 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Fairgrounds stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fairgrounds hotel, you'll find University of Louisville and L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Churchill Downs and Kentucky Exposition Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Louisville - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Churchill Downs - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

3-star hotel near Kentucky Exposition Center
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2000 square feet (180 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG. An area shuttle within 3 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours are free. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Louisville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2000 sq ft of conference space
  • 180 sq m of conference space
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG offers 106 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Louisville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; USD 12 to 15 for adults and USD 4 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 4.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 5 per night
  • Extended parking fee: USD 5 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Fair/Expo
Holiday Inn Fair/Expo Hotel
Holiday Inn Fair/Expo Hotel Louisville Airport
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport Fair/Expo
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport Fair/Expo Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG is 1.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG on Aug 12, 2025 start from $90.0, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

Does Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 15.00 for adults, USD 4.00 and 15.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino (28-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 5 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 5 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG is home to Kem's Restaurant, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG to downtown Louisville?

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG is 3.8 mi away from Louisville.

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 876 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 876 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 876 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 876 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 876 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William, Longview

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA, FEEDING HILLS

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their afternoon staff was absolutely the best!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynnsie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The live music was too loud, but you couldn’t hear it in your room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary r

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Edwin

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I spoke to someone last night about food still being in room fridge. Said they would take care of it, nothing got done. Talked to someone up front this morning And let her know, I also had to clean the tub myself because it was dirty. They were out of time because of the events going on this weekend. She apologized and said she would do something about it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

O

Overall stay was good. Easy check in. Nice view of UofL stadium from our room. Floors needed vacuumed in our room. No outlets near bedside table unless you unplugged the lamp and alarm clock and even then on two phone chargers could be plugged in there. Had to plug other one in across the room. Furniture had some noticeable chips. Good for one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

Shuttles to the Expo / Derby

Kentucky Derby 2025 After reviewing many hotels, I stayed at this Holiday Inn and was not disappointed. Upon arrival,l I noticed a wonderful gift from the hotel of 2 insulated cups and chocolates. Shuttles: -Airport - there is a shuttle to and from the airport; however,r it's important to note that you must make the staff aware of your pickup time from the airport to receive a pickup on arrival Kentucky Derby - There is a shuttle that goes from the hotel to the Expo center where you hop on another shuttle that takes you directly to Churchill Downs. For pickup you'll need to call to find out where shuttle pickup is. I waited for a while in lot G after the Derby but ended up grabbing an uber as it was cold and rainy and I had no way of contacting the shuttle driver directly to find out which lot they'd be picking up from. Store - there is a store inside the hotel with candy and snacks for purchase Bar - open in evening. Staff - friendly and helpful Restaurants nearby -Arbys, El Nopal (Mexican food) and and Italian restaurant in walking distance from the hotel. El Nopal had fantastic service and decent food and margaritas - I went there twice. Gas station - also in close walking distance. I went there to ATM before race day and grab a jug of water for my room. this was before I realized there was a store inside the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price for breakfast was higher than the info in our room. And they made no adjustments.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were told shuttle service was available to airport but they were short staffed so we had to make other arrangements, which cost more money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana, French Lick

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lori, Campbellsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport for an overnight before an early morning flight.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeShayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a really nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLENE, MOORESTOWN

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Gaeun

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

leah

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025