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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
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Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a bench, plus a desk and flat-screen TV.
Derby City Gaming Hotel features a striking glass and brick facade with a central entrance and beautifully manicured grounds.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a geometric floor design.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of our hotel lobby, featuring a central bar area with a geometric patterned countertop and multiple screens displaying a variety of content.
Relax in style amidst a spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a unique staircase.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213
  • Louisville Mega Cavern
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Louisville Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kentucky Exposition Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Adults-only hotel with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services. Change of towels is available on request
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property offers 123 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property . During your stay, you'll be close to Louisville Mega Cavern. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 restaurants.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include 3 restaurants, a coffee shop and 3 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served weekends for a fee
  • Amenities include multilingual staff, a lift and an ATM
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 7 minutes by car from Louisville Zoo and 7 minutes from Louisville Mega Cavern
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and an ATM. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Louisville hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekends from 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Oliver's Chophouse – This steakhouse only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Lil' Wagner's – This diner serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open selected days.
Railbirds Hot Chicken – This theme restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 15 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Lil' Wagner's
  • Oliver's Chophouse
  • Railbirds Hot Chicken

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (97 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
This property has a gaming floor on-site with 1,300 gaming machines.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1065 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1314 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great food. No live gambling games but lots of slots options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, too many wierdos hanging around

Very clean and staff was excellent. Only thing that bothered me was the street thugs hanging around lobby area and outside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
It has gone down hill in a year! They put me on the highest floor which I requested but failed to mention they had some massive water damage and the carpets were wet and blowing machines were noisy. I stayed two nights with no one ever turning down bed or attempting to take away trash.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mox

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bring your own food.

Restaurant was severely overpriced. If prices were reasonable, there probably would have been more than three tables occupied at the time I dined there. And why no room service?? It’s one of the things myself and other travelers look for when choosing accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely! I didn’t care for the only restaurant that was open, and there was not a microwave in room. Only complaint, everything else was lovely! Will definitely stay here next time in Louisville.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Germayne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed room. Got in late and just wanted to sleep...very quiet and had a good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so nice!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Eva

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When I did see staff they’re were great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikeesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mallorie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel speace!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Really enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here!

Beautiful hotel with friendly staff! The Derby-themed rooms are incredible and the walls are like works of art. I could not have enjoyed my stay more, with impeccable cleanliness, a comfortable bed and eco-friendly, quality amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025