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A horse with a yellow number 4 vest in a parade.
A crowd of people at Churchill Downs.
A horse racing track with a crowd of spectators.
A historic building with two towers, a covered walkway, and a fenced courtyard.
A large screen displaying a horse race.

Stay near popular South Louisville attractions

A horse race with jockeys on horses, a crowd in the stands, and a grandstand.
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Open Photo by Churchill Downs

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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Things to do

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum

P985
per adult
General Admission Ticket to Frazier History Museum
Kentucky Derby Museum

Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit

P1,538
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kentucky Derby Museum - General Admission and Guided Track Visit
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket

P1,231
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Louisville: Muhammad Ali Center Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District

Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District

P7,938
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Louisville: 3-Hour Food and History Tour of NuLu District
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit

Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit

P1,538
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Kentucky Derby Museum - Admission with Guided Track Visit
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby

P1,692
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Old Louisville Ghost Tour as Recommended by The New York Times @ 4th and Ormsby
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Top hotels in South Louisville

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 out of 5
140 North Fourth Street Louisville KY
The price is P9,063 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P9,063
P10,664 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,203 reviews)
"The a/c wasn’t working properly and our room/floor was very uncomfortable. I was charged twice for the parking garage, when I should’ve only been charged once. When checking in, nothing was stated about where to park or any of the amenities available."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Omni Louisville Hotel

Omni Louisville Hotel

4 out of 5
400 S. 2nd Street Louisville KY
The price is P9,821 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P9,821
P11,555 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Louisville. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Omni Louisville Hotel
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

3.5 out of 5
830 Phillips Lane Louisville KY
The price is P6,391 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P6,391
P7,520 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4 out of 5
4520 Poplar Level Rd Louisville KY
The price is P6,276 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P6,276
P7,386 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,367 reviews)
"Amazing hotel, highly recommend"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property
Radisson Hotel Louisville North

Radisson Hotel Louisville North

3 out of 5
505 Marriott Drive Clarksville IN
The price is P4,096 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P4,096
P4,629 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clarksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (3,255 reviews)
"Terrible, toilets were so dirty, just way too many things wrong with this place!"

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Radisson Hotel Louisville North
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
101 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd Louisville KY
The price is P3,857 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P3,857
P4,539 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Louisville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Holiday Inn Louisville Downtown by IHG
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Where to stay in South Louisville

Find the best South Louisville areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Louisville

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Louisville is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Whiskey Row and KFC Yum Center.

A nighttime cityscape with a brightly lit bridge and a skyline featuring a prominent dome-shaped building.

St. Matthews

St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Jeffersontown

Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.

A nighttime hot air balloon festival with colorful balloons, including one labeled "OLIVER WINERY."
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Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

A narrow stream with a rocky bridge, surrounded by trees and greenery.
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Phoenix Hill

While Phoenix Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nulu Market Place and Louisville Slugger Field are some notable places to visit nearby.

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