Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

Property class: 4

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A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a dining area in the background.
A modern dining area with a large wooden table and six chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, a patterned carpet, and a wooden ceiling design.
Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213
  • Place, Highland Festival Grounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Louisville Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(157 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • Park view
  • 204 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Louisville

At Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Kentucky Exposition Center and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Louisville Zoo. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and free self-parking. .The steakhouse, Oliver's Chophouse, is open for dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available at weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Louisville hotel include Louisville Mega Cavern and Kentucky Kingdom.

What's nearby

  • Highland Festival Grounds - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Louisville Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Koreana Restaurant III - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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 (Adults Only) 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) offers 123 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Lil' Wagner's
  • Oliver's Chophouse
  • Railbirds Hot Chicken

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (97 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is an adults only property. Guests must be 21 years or older to be on 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) on 9 Nov 2026 start from AU$192, including 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.

Is parking available at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Yep, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

What makes Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and a bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only).

Is Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) family-friendly?

No, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) is an adults-only property.

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is available at weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

No, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Yep, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) has 3 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

No, pets are not allowed.

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2159 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 2615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 2615 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, and amazing casino and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome stay!
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location friendly staff all around great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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excellent place to stay across the board the front desk staff are very welcoming and helpful will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was another great stay at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was nice everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean very nice place. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to visit
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice property. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and comfortable place to stay regardless if you use the casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Bar was good, but the hotel is verry pretty and clean, super clean,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was clean roomy and comfy beds. This was our second stay and I’m sure there will be another.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant, including a Steakhouse, Casino, free parking, well maintained premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very big suite it was clean and very nice..staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Liked the rooms and location very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, clean room. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the most fun places I've stayed. So clean and modern. Casino was great and there's a fun restaurant and bar downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super clean beautiful rooms . The decor and quality of the rooms are outstanding. Quick check in with a friendly staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Huge rooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent decor and spacy room, good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026