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Our top choices for Churchill Downs hotels

A Victorian-style house with a turret, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.

1. Inn at St James Court

Inn at St James Court
4.0 star property
Old Louisville, 2.5 km from Churchill Downs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (139 reviews)
"Enjoyed our time here. "
United States
Michael
The price is ฿6,532
฿7,581 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Inn at St James Court
An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.4 km from Churchill Downs
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"The place was clean, close to the university. The staff was very helpful with directions and getting transportation available."
United States
Denny
The price is ฿3,401
฿4,001 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport
A historic building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to the door, and a sign indicating it is a bed and breakfast.

3. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Old Louisville, 3.1 km from Churchill Downs
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms, amazing historic vibe, and yummy breakfast!"
United States
Chris
The price is ฿6,084
฿7,062 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
3 km from Churchill Downs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (503 reviews)
"Nice size room. Small, comfortable hotel."
United States
RonNeisha
The price is ฿3,276
฿3,855 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport
A spacious living area with a grey sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden reception desk.

5. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Churchill Downs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"Perfect location and walk to L&N stadium!! Would absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Abigale
The price is ฿3,496
฿4,509 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG
A covered patio with a stone wall, a glass table, and a bench.

6. Central Park Bed & Breakfast

Central Park Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Old Louisville, 2.9 km from Churchill Downs
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Amazing stay and hospitality. Will stay again"
United States
Stephen
The price is ฿5,704
฿6,620 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Central Park Bed & Breakfast
A modern indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a mix of red and beige seating.

7. Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport
2.5 star property
Fairgrounds, 3 km from Churchill Downs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room and good breakfast comfy bed and pillows"
United States
Massimo
The price is ฿3,248
฿3,821 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport
A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.9 km from Churchill Downs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location for the football game. Very clean and super friendly staff."
United States
Stacy
The price is ฿3,681
฿4,330 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport
A modern lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a central coffee table.

9. Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Churchill Downs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, check out wasn’t until 11, even shuttles to Kentucky kingdom if needed!"
United States
Lindsey
The price is ฿3,127
฿3,679 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
Pool

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Churchill Downs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (835 reviews)
"This hotel is awesome! Super clean, with amazing, delicious hot breakfast, very convenient location. Definitely will be back when I travel to Louisville."
United States
Irina
The price is ฿3,094
฿3,641 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a visible American flag.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport/Expo Center, KY

Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport/Expo Center, KY
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Churchill Downs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Great location and very nice place to stay! The breakfast was very good!"
United States
Candy
The price is ฿3,005
฿3,536 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport/Expo Center, KY
A rooftop patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the sunset.

12. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
3.5 star property
Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Churchill Downs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,974 reviews)
"Great place to stay recommend it to everyone!!"
United States
Scott
The price is ฿3,507
฿4,126 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a brick fire pit, and a barbecue grill.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Churchill Downs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (732 reviews)
"It was terrific!"
United States
Rudd
The price is ฿3,396
฿3,995 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport
A hotel corridor with a snack bar, refrigerated display, and a long hallway with a patterned carpet.

14. Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport
2.5 star property
Fairgrounds, 3 km from Churchill Downs
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was okay."
United States
Ronald
The price is ฿3,204
฿3,770 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport
A modern lobby with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.9 km from Churchill Downs
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (154 reviews)
"Very nice hotel! We were in town for one night to take in a football game at L&M Stadium which was a very short walk to! Friendly staff, onsite parking and most things we needed were within walking distance."
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿3,225
฿3,794 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo
2.5 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.9 km from Churchill Downs
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (304 reviews)
"Everything at this hotel was great. Breakfast was good and the room was clean."
United States
LaVon
The price is ฿2,572
฿2,985 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo
A bar area with a curved counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and red cushioned chairs.

17. Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG
3.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Churchill Downs
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, good location for Bourbon and Beyond"
United States
Peter
The price is ฿2,973
฿3,497 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and dark blue bedspreads. There is a small table and a chair in the room.

18. Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center

Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Churchill Downs
7.6 out of 10, Good, (770 reviews)
"The front desk staff was so kind and incredibly helpful! Solid value for it's price point"
United States
Victoria
The price is ฿1,755
฿2,066 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center
2.0 star property
Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Churchill Downs
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay."
United States
Lisa
The price is ฿2,200
฿2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by walls with windows and air conditioning units.

20. Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport
2.5 star property
Old Louisville, 2.7 km from Churchill Downs
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The bathtub was phenomenal. It was a very secluded spot."
United States
Brianna
The price is ฿1,743
฿2,051 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport
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Compare popular hotels close to Churchill Downs

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A Victorian-style house with a turret, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden.
Inn at St James Court
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
139 reviews
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An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
628 reviews
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A historic building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to the door, and a sign indicating it is a bed and breakfast.
DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
152 reviews
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A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
503 reviews
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A spacious living area with a grey sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden reception desk.
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
608 reviews
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Top Churchill Downs Hotel Reviews

A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Clean comfortable rooms.
United Kingdom
Timothy
Reviewed October 1, 2026
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Churchill Downs?

Churchill Downs is located in a welcoming area of Louisville known for its stunning river views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 72 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Churchill Downs?

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Churchill Downs. Other good choices within 5 miles include Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG and Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Churchill Downs?

Expedia has 72 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Churchill Downs.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Churchill Downs, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Churchill Downs.

What can I see and do near Churchill Downs?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville Slugger Museum or 21c Museum Hotel. Explore notable local landmarks like Whiskey Row, Belle of Louisville and Big Four Bridge. You can watch performances at Louisville Palace, Headliners Music Hall and Broadway Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.