DERBY CITY GAMING & HOTEL - A CHURCHILL DOWNS PROPERTY (ADULTS ONLY)

4520 Poplar Level Rd., Louisville, KY 40213 United States

near Exit 130 on I-65 (~0.9mi)

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

Derby City Gaming & Hotel offers amenities such as free WiFi, three bars/lounges, three restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, and a smoke-free property.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Uncovered parking

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Reviews

"Fun quick stay"

Very clean, staff was friendly and helpful! Comfortable Bed. Nice clean Casino!

Teresa J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 26 to Thu Aug 27 2026 at a $118.68 average nightly rate.

"Great Hotel"

We stayed at Derby City Gaming and Hotel for 8 days. Very nice room, friendly staff and the location is central to Louisville. We will stay here again when we come back!

Robert D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 05 to Sat Jun 13 2026 at a $178.49 average nightly rate.

"Beautiful decor so Churchill downs"

Loved the hotel casino. Fun and activities for adults. Oliver's was great for dining. Excellent food and service.

Laura L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 21 to Sun May 24 2026 at a $181.11 average nightly rate.

"OASIS near downtown airport shopping and more"

The room and bathroom are large and decorated lovely. The Keurig and mini fridge (with some water bottles) were a plus. Would definitely stay here again!

Margaret A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 13 to Sat Mar 14 2026 at a $163.99 average nightly rate.

"Great"

I would recommend 100%.

Melissa W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 06 to Sun Mar 08 2026 at a $229.00 average nightly rate.

"Beautiful hotel"

The rooms and the service is great. The hotel has a beautiful theme to it. We love staying there anytime we are in Louisville we stay there.

Janese C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 07 to Sun Feb 08 2026 at a $163.99 average nightly rate.

"Unique themed hotel"

Love the Kentucky Derby relics and artwork throughout the property. The food options were good and bar and gaming area were fun. Will definitely be back.

Matthew F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 24 to Sun Oct 26 2025 at a $184.49 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) in Louisville, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Kentucky Exposition Center and Louisville Mega Cavern. This hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from KFC Yum Center and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kentucky Kingdom.

Grab a bite to eat at Oliver's Chophouse, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Stay in one of 123 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ohio Valley Volleyball Center - 1.1 mi
Louisville MEGA Cavern - 1.2 mi
Louisville Zoo - 1.6 mi
Freedom Hall - 2.0 mi
Kentucky Exposition Center - 2.0 mi
Louisville International Standiford Field Airport (SDF) - 2.0 mi
Kentucky Kingdom - 2.2 mi
The Boardwalk - Opens May 2013 - 2.2 mi
Audubon Hospital - 2.2 mi
Caritas Peace Center - 2.3 mi
Bellarmine College - 2.3 mi
Sulllivan University - 2.6 mi
Lakeside Swim Club - 2.7 mi
Caritas Occupational Health - 2.7 mi
Farmington Historic Home - 2.8 mi
Papa John's Cardinal Stadium - 3.2 mi
Seneca High School - 3.3 mi
Bowman Field (LOU) - 3.7 mi
Kentucky Derby - 3.7 mi
Cherokee Park - 3.8 mi
Speed Art Museum - 3.8 mi
Churchill Downs - 3.8 mi
Kentucky Derby Museum - 3.8 mi
Kindred Hospital - 4.2 mi
Seneca Golf Course - 4.2 mi
Landward House - 4.3 mi
Conrad Caldwell House Museum - 4.4 mi
Seneca Park - 4.7 mi
Iroquois Park - 4.7 mi
Gateway Rehab Hospital - 4.8 mi
University of Louisville Hospital - 4.9 mi
Caritas Medical Center - 4.9 mi
American Printing House for the Blind - 5.0 mi
Norton Kosair Children's Hospital - 5.0 mi
Norton Hospital - 5.0 mi
Baptist Hospital East - 5.1 mi
Louisville Palace - 5.2 mi
Thomas Edison House - 5.2 mi
Norton Suburban Hospital - 5.3 mi
St Jude Children's Hospital - 5.3 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

The Derby City Gaming Hotel is your Winning Choice for a great time every time you visit. Owned and operated by Churchill Downs, the company famous worldwide for their iconic event, the Kentucky Derby. The new hotel has 123 comfortable rooms with distinct Kentucky Derby themes. Our rooms are spacious with large bathrooms and goose down pillows for a good night's sleep. Each room has a 55" LCD TV with streaming capabilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini-refrigerator and coffee station. Our on-site free parking is plus! ***GUESTS MUST BE 21OR OLDER TO STAY IN OUR HOTEL ***Casino Attached To Hotel

Local Attractions

Chruchill Downs racetrack, University of Louisville, Kentucky Derby Museum, Muhammed Ali Center, KFC YUM! Center, Kentucky Internation Convention Center, Kentucky Fair and Expo Center, Frazier History Museum, Kentucky Speedway.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2023

Floors: 4

Rooms: 122

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 122

Handicap Rooms: 9

Suites: 14

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi

Ownership: Churchill Downs Inc.

Nightly Parking: N/A

Total Taxes: 17.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 Hours

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Braille or raised signage
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Casino nearby
Caters to adults only
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Concierge services
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 97
Elevator door width (inches) - 38
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Front entrance ramp
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Luggage storage
Minimum guest age is 21
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of accessible parking spaces - 20
Number of bars/lounges - 3
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of restaurants - 3
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 107
Registration desk height (inches) - 42
Smoke-free property
Uncovered parking
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchairs available on site

Green Sustainability

We follow all the guidelines.

Airport & Shuttle Info

Muhammed Ali International Airport- Approximately 2 miles away. Bowman Field Airport- Approximately 4 miles away.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Breakfast is served in Little Wagner's daily. Voucher's can be purchased for $15.00 per person

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Daily Parking is complimentary and Tour Buses can easily park on our lot.

Internet / WiFi

Wi-Fi and Internet is Free

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
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.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Please & Thank You - A cozy coffee shop known for its delicious pastries and specialty coffee. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Feast BBQ - Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ dishes in a casual setting. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Brown Hotel - Famous for its Hot Brown sandwich, this historic hotel offers a fine dining experience. Located 5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Churchill Downs - Visit the iconic horse racing venue and explore its museum. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Wild Eggs - Start your day with creative breakfast dishes and delicious omelettes. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Eagle - Savor Southern comfort food and fried chicken at this popular eatery. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Indulge in high-quality steaks and seafood at this upscale restaurant. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Activity Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - Discover the history of baseball and see how bats are made. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Toast On Market - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a variety of omelettes and pancakes. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Garage Bar - Dine in a converted auto service garage and enjoy wood-fired pizzas. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Dinner MilkWood - Experience innovative Asian fusion cuisine in a stylish atmosphere. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Muhammad Ali Center - Learn about the life and legacy of the legendary boxer. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

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

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only) have?

There are 122 rooms in the property.

What kind of breakfast is at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Breakfast is served in Little Wagner's daily. Voucher's can be purchased for $15.00 per person

What parking is available at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Daily Parking is complimentary and Tour Buses can easily park on our lot.

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi and Internet is Free

Is there shuttle service at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)?

Muhammed Ali International Airport- Approximately 2 miles away. Bowman Field Airport- Approximately 4 miles away.

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