Top 10 Hotels Near Kentucky Derby Museum in Louisville for 2026

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A grand staircase with a wooden handrail and carpeted steps, leading to an upper floor.

A building entrance with a dark door, a large number '1332' above it, and two large potted ferns on either side.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a wooden railing.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, fireplace, and large windows.

1. Louisville Bourbon Inn

Old Louisville, 3 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Roy

P17,513

P20,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A historic building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to the door, and a sign indicating it is a bed and breakfast.

A room with a large mirror, a wooden dresser, a red patterned rug, and a door with a wreath.

An outdoor patio with red furniture, including a table and chairs, and two red umbrellas providing shade.

A living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a staircase, and a chandelier.

2. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Old Louisville, 3.1 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Casey

P11,434

P13,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Homewood Suites by Hilton" sign, a covered outdoor seating area, and a flagpole with the American flag.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a pool.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.3 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Victoria

P6,438

P7,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

2.9 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

SHEILA

P5,593

P6,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living area with a grey sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden reception desk.

A spacious office with a grey sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a dark rug.

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of brick and glass facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a sofa, a kitchen area with a sink and a dishwasher, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Marla

P6,842

P8,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A covered patio with a stone wall, a glass table, and a bench.

A stone house with a balcony, a front door, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A garden pathway with a lantern, potted plants, and a white fence.

6. Central Park Bed & Breakfast

Old Louisville, 3 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Angie

P10,719

P12,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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.

A modern interior with seating areas, tables, and hanging light fixtures.

A snack display with various chips and snacks, a sign for 'eat & sip', and a 'check out our local items' sign.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'tru' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

7. Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Lee Ann

P5,405

P6,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a central coffee table.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, named 'Springhill Suites Marriott'.

A hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom visible in the background.

8. Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Gale

P5,904

P6,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a reception desk, a kitchen area, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Clara

P8,147

P9,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a circular decorative piece, and a sign indicating 'Marriott Bonvoy'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large painting, and a dining area.

A restaurant with green cushioned booths, wooden tables, and artwork on the walls.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Highland Park, 2.7 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Angela

P5,816

P6,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rooftop patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the sunset.

A modern building with a curved glass facade, a prominent cylindrical structure, and a staircase leading to an entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple liquor bottles, and two upholstered bar stools.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

11. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Becky

P6,905

P8,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a visible American flag.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

An outdoor seating area with colorful striped sofas and chairs, a fire pit, and a modern building in the background.

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

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Krislin

P6,125

P7,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, a brick fire pit, and a barbecue grill.

A hotel with guest parking, a well-lit entrance, and a brick facade.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave, and a large window.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Patricia Anne

P6,089

P7,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel corridor with a snack bar, refrigerated display, and a long hallway with a patterned carpet.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, wall-mounted TV, and a rack of dumbbells.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.

14. Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Amanda

P6,022

P7,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, dining tables, and bar seating.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Four Points by Sheraton" and a parking lot with several cars.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Tyra

P6,024

P7,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern cafe with white tables and chairs, a counter with coffee machines, and artwork on the walls.

A modern waiting area with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a coffee table, and a cityscape painting.

A gym with stationary bikes, a treadmill, and weight machines.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Sarah

P4,585

P5,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a yellow facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window.

A conference room with multiple tables, chairs, a projector screen, and a whiteboard.

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

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Lauren

P5,838

P6,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

A modern building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a shower.

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

Highland Park, 2.7 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Catriona

P4,334

P5,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a framed picture of horses, a fire alarm, and a security camera.

A lobby with two orange armchairs, a marble bench, and a framed welcome sign.

A restaurant with a brick fireplace, wooden cabinets, and a kitchen area with appliances.

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Dawn

P4,004

P4,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by walls with windows and air conditioning units.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a dishwasher, and a microwave.

A Quality Inn & Suites sign at a university airport.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a door.

20. Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

Old Louisville, 2.7 km from Kentucky Derby Museum

Eddie

P3,896

P4,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Kentucky Derby Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Louisville Bourbon Inn	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View
DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast	9.6 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport	9.4 Exceptional 598 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport	9.2 Wonderful 470 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 583 reviews	View

Top Kentucky Derby Museum Hotel Reviews

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8/10 Good

"It was good. Staff seemed a little overwhelmed when we arrived for an almost 1 a.m. check-in. It was very busy the night before Louder Than Life. The breakfast restaurant wasn't busy and was still slow. The food was great, but we didn't go back since we had a schedule to keep."

The Brown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully restored historic hotel. It reminded us of the Palmer House in Chicago."

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great experience and very close to the expo center"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and up to date hotel with good breakfast"

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for Louder than Life. It was the perfect location."

Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The workout room was a little small and outdated Its very close to the festival"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was HUGE. Everything was perfect and first class all the way. For any Louisville football fan, it was right across the street from the stadium. Highly recommended"

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay if you’re going to a Cardinals football game, short walk to the stadium, would definitely stay there again."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport/Expo Center, KY

10/10 Excellent

"Was great. Great location"

Other attractions near Kentucky Derby Museum

Churchill Downs

9.0/10 (2,281 reviews)

Find more than mint juleps to enjoy at this iconic racetrack, best known as the annual host of the Kentucky Derby.

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Kentucky Derby

8.8/10 (48 reviews)

After visiting Kentucky Derby, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Louisville.

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L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

8.4/10 (164 reviews)

Catch an event at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium during your trip to Louisville. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Tringle Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tringle Park, a lovely green space in Louisville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Expo Five

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Expo Five during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Speed Art Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Speed Art Museum during your travels in Louisville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.

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Bass-Rudd Tennis Center

Catch an event at Bass-Rudd Tennis Center during your trip to Louisville.

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Trager Stadium

Catch an event at Trager Stadium during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kentucky Derby Museum?

Kentucky Derby Museum is located in a welcoming area of Louisville known for its beautiful river views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 70 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Kentucky Derby Museum?

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kentucky Derby Museum. 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 are there close to Kentucky Derby Museum?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kentucky Derby Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kentucky Derby Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Kentucky Derby Museum.

What can I see and do near Kentucky Derby Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Louisville Slugger Museum, 21c Museum Hotel, and Frazier International History Museum. Whiskey Row, Belle of Louisville, and Big Four Bridge are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Kentucky Derby Museum. You can watch performances at Louisville Palace, Headliners Music Hall, and Broadway Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Kentucky Derby Museum hotels

1. Louisville Bourbon Inn

2. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

4. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

5. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

6. Central Park Bed & Breakfast

7. Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

8. Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

9. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

11. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

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

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

14. Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

15. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

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

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

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

20. Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Kentucky Derby Museum

Top Kentucky Derby Museum Hotel Reviews

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Brown Hotel

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

Home2 Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport/Expo Center, KY

Other attractions near Kentucky Derby Museum

Churchill Downs

Kentucky Derby

L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

Tringle Park

Expo Five

Speed Art Museum

Bass-Rudd Tennis Center

Trager Stadium

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