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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel near Kentucky Exposition Center

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
3 bars/lounges
Lobby
3 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213
  • Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Louisville Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 950 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

Near the airport.You'll find Kentucky Exposition Center and Kentucky Kingdom within 3 miles (5 km) of this Louisville hotel. Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Louisville Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • University of Louisville - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 8 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

4-star adults-only hotel near Kentucky Exposition Center
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and an ATM. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Louisville hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property offers 123 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 per person

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

This property has a gaming floor onsite with 1,300 gaming machines.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property to the airport?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property is 3.5 mi (8-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 Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property on Jul 4, 2025 start from $199.0, 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 Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property .

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property , but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 15 per person.

Is there a casino at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property have a pool?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property does not have a pool.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property to downtown Louisville?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property is 5.4 mi away from Louisville.

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1004 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1244 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We made a last minute reservation on our way through to Gatlinburg, and I'm glad we did! Really great hotel - clean, beautiful, and very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROGER, COLUMBIA

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH, Robards

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Absolutely Great

Absolutely perfect stay during a business trip. Everything you need in one place. Food, awesome rooms and entertainment. I cant say enough good things.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

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

Nice for the price

The room was very nice for the price. Slight down side no microwave and our shower door didn’t close. No card games/live dealers in KY.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Weekend getaway

Really Enjoyed. Olivers restaurant was amazing. Staff was wonderful. Will be back soon. Casino was fun. Ckean quiet nice rooms. Decor was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to have everything in one place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Top notch

This is definitely one of our top stays regarding comfort and beauty. The atmosphere, size of room and all around hotel is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Wonderful

Wonderful 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with excellent restaurants! Rooms were super nice. Casino is small but nice as well. Was a great stop!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean rooms. Love the convenience of dining on property. Will stay again if in area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shontae

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything on this property was excellent!!!! The staff was very helpful!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maghann

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

Very Nice

The holtel rooms are new, very nice, and clean. However, if you are fragrance sensitive, beware. The hallways and rooms have a heavy floral odor, that almost smells like thye are trying to cover something up.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean new hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025