Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with 3 restaurants, near Louisville Mega Cavern

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
3 bars/lounges
Lobby
Exterior
3 bars/lounges
At the Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property, unwind in style with three restaurants and a coffee shop. Connect to WiFi and enjoy perks like free self parking, an elevator, multilingual staff assistance and helpful staff praised by previous guests.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding

Why we love this property

Culinary paradise
This hotel offers 3 restaurants, a cafe, and 3 bars for various dining choices. Room champagne service and custom breakfast enhance the stay.
Plush bed paradise
Every guestroom features premium bedding and champagne service, creating a luxurious sleep experience unlike any other.

Room options

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(115 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213

What's nearby

  • Louisville Mega Cavern - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Louisville Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Kentucky Kingdom - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Freedom Hall - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive
  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪City Barbeque - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oliver’s Chop House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property puts you within a 10-minute drive of Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Oliver's Chophouse, one of 3 restaurants, which serves dinner. Also, Kentucky Kingdom and Kentucky Exposition Center are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 123 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 38
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 20 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Oliver's Chophouse - This steakhouse serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Lil' Wagner's - This diner serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open select days.
Railbirds Hot Chicken - This theme restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 15 per person

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property has a gaming floor onsite with 1,300 gaming machines.

Also known as

Derby City Gaming Hotel
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property and nearby?

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property has 3 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.

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Reviews

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurants offered great variety, excellent food quality, and delicious meals, including standout dishes like the ribs. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, nice rooms, clean
Bart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room
Kaitlyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is (looks like anyway), newly renovated and has nice colors and decor. Room is quite spacious and comfortable. We'd stay again.
Cara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, large casino.
sean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice resort!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and well kept hotel. Rooms are a nice size. Bed could have been more comfortable and wasn’t a fan of the pillows but understand that’s a personal preference. Overall great stay.
Brooke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were very nice and hallways to and from the rooms were nice and wide.
Cheri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our overnight stay

Fun place to stay. Food at the casino was excellent and priced fairly.
Sidney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Staff was nice. Room was spacious.
nicole, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Friendly Staff
Zach, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate!! Nice modern feel, everything was new. The casino was safe with security and the live music in the bar area was fun to watch! Also the food was amazing at the restaurant next to the casino. Will definitely be staying here again when in the area!
Danielle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless
TIMOTHY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay. Very clean and big rooms
Jadein, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

We booked for the convince to the airport but ended up enjoying everything. The location, staff was friendly, it was so clean.
Naomi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel

Bed was very comfortable. Clean and inviting environment
serena, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely clean, beautifully decorated and very fun atmosphere. Very nice staff as well.
Joy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my go to when in Louisville. It’s always nice and clean. Noise factor is awesome. For a gaming hotel one would never know it’s happening downstairs. Love this hotel
Tina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great!
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Beautiful 🌹 room Nice people Over all very happy with everything
Vicki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Roland, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and 5 star hotel. I have stayed many places, Derby is top 3-5
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Travel in style.

Very nice and enjoyable. The room was great. The staff was friendly and professional.
1-night trip