The Brown Hotel

Overview
335 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202 United States
near Exit 136b on I-65 (~0.3mi)
Near Fourth Street Live!
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The Brown Hotel is centrally located in Louisville, just a 2-minute drive from the KFC Yum Center and 8 minutes from the Kentucky Exposition Center.

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Highlights
Vegetarian breakfast available
Free WiFi
Fitness facilities
Self parking (surcharge)
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4.0
24-Oct-2026
"Have enjoyed your historic hotel numerous times"

Love staying at the Brown Hotel. Love the quaint old feel of the hotel. Don't want the quality of the rooms to go south.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 23 to Sat Oct 24 2026 at a $177.65 average nightly rate.
5.0
24-Sep-2026
"Classic historical building comfortable clean rooms outstanding service"

The Brown Hotel has been a personal destination for years. The staff and accommodations exceeded expectations.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 20 to Tue Sep 22 2026 at a $274.95 average nightly rate.
5.0
21-May-2026
"Perfect"

Loved It.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 21 to Fri May 22 2026 at a $215.66 average nightly rate.
5.0
09-Apr-2026
"Experience was very good hotel staff and very friendly and helpful"

When we come into Louisville we stay at the Brown Hotel.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 21 to Sun Mar 22 2026 at a $193.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
08-Apr-2026
"Very Comfortable"

Rested very well.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 06 to Tue Apr 07 2026 at a $188.13 average nightly rate.
5.0
08-Apr-2026
"Very Comfortable"

Rested very well.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 06 to Tue Apr 07 2026 at a $188.13 average nightly rate.
5.0
08-Apr-2026
"Very Comfortable"

Rested very well.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 06 to Tue Apr 07 2026 at a $188.13 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2017

Floors: 16

Rooms: 293

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 293

Suites: 6

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 16

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 5.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: 1859 Historic Hotels of America

Nightly Parking: $20

Total Taxes: 16.07%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 hours prior to arrival

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Art gallery on site
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business center
  • Car recommended
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 33422
  • Conference space size (meters) - 3105
  • Double-glazing on all windows
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Golfing nearby
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms
  • Multilingual staff
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No single-use plastic soda bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Pets not allowed
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

J. Graham's Café is open every day from 7:00am - 3:00pm. The Cafe has delighted generations of Louisville's elite with its elegant, light-filled atmosphere and casual a la carte and buffet dining. Try The Hot Brown, a Louisville legend, invented at The Brown Hotel in 1926!

Valet parking $27 overnight Self parking in garage adjacent to the hotel $20 overnight - with unlimited in/out privileges

Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet throughout the hotel including guest rooms and meeting space

Cashless transactions are available

Day 1

Breakfast Please & Thank You - Quaint coffee shop offering delicious pastries and specialty coffee. Located 0.3 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Lunch The Eagle - Popular restaurant serving Southern comfort food with a modern twist. Located 0.7 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Dinner Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - Upscale steakhouse known for its prime cuts and elegant atmosphere. Located 0.5 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Activity Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory - Explore the history of baseball and see how Louisville Slugger bats are made. Located 0.4 miles from The Brown Hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Wild Eggs - Vibrant breakfast spot known for its creative menu and delicious brunch options. Located 0.6 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Lunch Feast BBQ - Casual eatery serving up mouthwatering BBQ dishes and tasty sides. Located 1.2 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Dinner MilkWood - Contemporary restaurant offering a fusion of Southern and Asian flavors. Located 0.2 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Activity Muhammad Ali Center - Learn about the life and legacy of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. Located 0.5 miles from The Brown Hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Toast on Market - Cozy breakfast spot known for its delicious pancakes and breakfast sandwiches. Located 0.8 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Lunch Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar - Southern-style smokehouse offering BBQ, seafood, and craft cocktails. Located 0.9 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Dinner Proof on Main - Trendy restaurant featuring a farm-to-table menu and an extensive bourbon selection. Located 0.3 miles from The Brown Hotel.
Activity Louisville Mega Cavern - Experience an underground adventure with zip lines, bike trails, and a historic tram tour. Located 5.6 miles from The Brown Hotel.

FAQs about The Brown Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM 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 The Brown Hotel have?

There are 293 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Brown Hotel?

Yes, they have 16 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Brown Hotel?

J. Graham's Café is open every day from 7:00am - 3:00pm. The Cafe has delighted generations of Louisville's elite with its elegant, light-filled atmosphere and casual a la carte and buffet dining. Try The Hot Brown, a Louisville legend, invented at The Brown Hotel in 1926!

What parking is available at The Brown Hotel?

Valet parking $27 overnight Self parking in garage adjacent to the hotel $20 overnight - with unlimited in/out privileges

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet throughout the hotel including guest rooms and meeting space

Is there a gym at The Brown Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there shuttle service at The Brown Hotel?

Louisville Int''l Airport-6 miles from hotel. Hotel provides complimentary 24 hour roundtrip airport shuttle.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Brown Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Brown Hotel.

Feel free to use the The Brown Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Louisville event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

The Crystal Ballroom
73 x 59 x 18 • 4337 sqft.
Banquet
350/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
264
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
75
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
70
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
50
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
500
Theater Layout
Reception
600
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:3
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Gallery Ballroom
75 x 45 x 20 • 3300 sqft.
Banquet
180/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
220
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
55
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
40
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
330
Theater Layout
Reception
400
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:16
Windows:10
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Bluegrass Ballroom
71 x 42 x 10 • 3060 sqft.
Banquet
250/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
60
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
40
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
35
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
35
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
400
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:2
Columns:8
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Broadway A
42 x 24 x 9 • 1008 sqft.
Banquet
48/60
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
35
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
29
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
90
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Broadway B
42 x 24 x 9 • 1029 sqft.
Banquet
48/60
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
35
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
35
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
29
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
90
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Broadway C
42 x 22 x 9 • 945 sqft.
Banquet
48/60
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
27
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
28
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Secretariat A
31 x 25 x 9 • 775 sqft.
Banquet
60/60
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
28
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
22
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
15
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
19
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
90
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Airwall between Secretariat A and Secretariat B
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Secretariat B
45 x 40 x 9 • 1800 sqft.
Banquet
112/140
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
40
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
43
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Airwall between Secretariat A and Secretariat B
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Columns:4
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Citation A
51 x 20 x 9 • 1020 sqft.
Banquet
56/70
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
32
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
27
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
27
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
34
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Airwall between Citation A and Citation B
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Columns:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Citation B
51 x 22 x 9 • 1122 sqft.
Banquet
64/80
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
32
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
27
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
27
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
34
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
120
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Airwall between Citation B and Citation A
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
J. Graham Brown Suite
35 x 27 x 9 • 945 sqft.
Banquet
48/60
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
26
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
23
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
70
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Columns:2
Windows:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Louis XVI
49 x 13 x 9 • 637 sqft.
Banquet
32/40
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
26
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
60
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Gallery Boardroom
36 x 16 x 20 • 576 sqft.
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:16
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Boardroom
29 x 19 x 9 • 551 sqft.
Boardroom
8
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Louisville Room
29 x 19 x 9 • 551 sqft.
Boardroom
16
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
The Kentucky Room
17 x 12 x 9 • 204 sqft.
Boardroom
8
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:3
Windows:1
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Rooftop Garden
1 x 1 x 0 • 3600 sqft.
Reception
350
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
With painstaking attention to detail, The Brown Hotel has beautifully restored the Rooftop Garden to her original days of grandeur and splendidness. Ideally suited for corporate receptions, banquets, and outdoor affairs of all kinds, be among the first to celebrate your special occasion while taking in the best views of Louisville.
Room Type:Outdoor Miscellaneous
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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