The Brown Hotel in downtown Louisville offers a refined retreat after city adventures. Guests can browse on-site shops, grab coffee, or enjoy meals at J.Grahams Cafe. Free WiFi, dry cleaning, attentive staff, and a central location earn praise from visitors.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Gym
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Located in Downtown Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, The Brown Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the airport. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Churchill Downs or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Louisville travel guide
335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY, 40202
What's nearby
Fourth Street Live!
6 min walk - 0.6 km
KFC Yum Center
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Louisville Slugger Museum
17 min walk - 1.4 km
Louisville Palace
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kentucky International Convention Center
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Louisville International Airport (SDF)
8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min walk
White Castle
8 min walk
Taco Bell
7 min walk
The Brown Hotel Lobby Bar
1 min walk
The Old Seelbach Bar
6 min walk
About this property
The Brown Hotel
Luxury historic hotel near Kentucky International Convention Center
KFC Yum Center and Whiskey Row are located near The Brown Hotel, which provides a free return airport shuttle, an art gallery on-site and shopping on-site. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, J.Grahams Cafe, offers breakfast and lunch. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
A lift, free newspapers and wedding services
A vending machine, ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 293 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.
Parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Valet parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet and self parking
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 40 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
J.Grahams Cafe
Lobby Bar
Things to do
Art gallery
Gym
Piano
Shopping
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business centre
33,422 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
16 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Local culture and ecosystem education
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Pay films
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 40 per person
Self-parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
Valet parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Brown Hotel
Brown Hotel Louisville
Brown Louisville
Hotel Brown
The Brown Hotel Hotel
The Brown Hotel Louisville
The Brown Hotel Hotel Louisville
Frequently asked questions
Is The Brown Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at The Brown Hotel?
Self-parking is available for USD 30 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 36 per night.
What time is check-in at The Brown Hotel?
Check-in begins at 4 PM.
What time is check-out at The Brown Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).
Does The Brown Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.
Where is The Brown Hotel located?
Located in Downtown Louisville, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Louisville Palace and Kentucky International Convention Center. KFC Yum Center and Whiskey Row are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Reviews
The Brown Hotel Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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So much history, character in the building itself. It was lovely!
Carolyn
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Frank
25 Jan 2026
Was one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed in, and I travel a lot. Beautiful building, very nice rooms, and I think the nicest staff I've interacted with. Everything was perfect!
The staff was very attentive, great folks. The hotel and rooms were gorgeous. If you’re coming to Louisville, pass on the chain hotels and stay at The Brown, you won’t be disappointed.
The Brown Hotel is a beautiful place to stay over the holidays. Our room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. We ate in their restaurant a few times and had fantastic drinks in the bar.
Beautiful Hotel
Staff professional and Friendly
Rooms clean and nice
Nice bathroom
Walkable to restaurants and bars
The Brown Hotel has a excellent restaurant and bar