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

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

A room with a red velvet sofa, a blue armchair, and a small round table with books.

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

1. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Old Louisville, 3.2 km from Kentucky Derby

Casey

S$235

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

A lobby with a wooden bench, a wall clock, and a door leading outside.

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

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.3 km from Kentucky Derby

Victoria

S$171

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

3. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

2.9 km from Kentucky Derby

SHEILA

S$134

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with wooden counters, a coffee machine, and a display of baked goods.

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

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.

4. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Marla

S$179

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A grand room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a chandelier.

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

5. Central Park Bed & Breakfast

Old Louisville, 3 km from Kentucky Derby

Brittany

S$231

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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 modern lobby with a curved reception desk, a seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a small table with a vase.

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Kentucky Derby

Gale

S$132

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Brian

S$192

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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 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.

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

8. Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby

Rick

S$129

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped area with small shrubs.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

2.7 km from Kentucky Derby

Clare

S$139

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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.

A modern restaurant with a counter, seating area, and various kitchen appliances.

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

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Krislin

S$147

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Fairgrounds, 3.1 km from Kentucky Derby

Jaime

S$155

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

A modern kitchen with a bar area, a dining space with bar stools, and a kitchen counter.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby

Patricia Anne

S$152

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

Fairgrounds, 2.9 km from Kentucky Derby

Amanda

S$144

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a sign reading "Best Brews".

14. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Latoya

S$144

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and red cushioned chairs.

A workspace with two monitors, a keyboard, and a printer on a granite countertop.

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

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

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Peter

S$140

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

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

Sarah

S$115

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 reception area with a counter, a display of postcards, and a door leading to another room.

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

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

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

2.6 km from Kentucky Derby

Denny

S$89

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Fairgrounds, 1.8 km from Kentucky Derby

Chariety

S$95

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

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

19. Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

Old Louisville, 2.7 km from Kentucky Derby

Richard

S$87

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a headboard, and a door.

A clear display case labeled "FRESH DONUTS" with various donuts and sandwiches inside.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a towel rack, a sink with toiletries, and a shower curtain.

A reception desk with clocks, a landscape mural, and signs indicating room locations.

20. Sleep Inn Louisville Airport

2.9 km from Kentucky Derby

Donald

S$95

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Kentucky Derby

Property	Property class	Guest rating
DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast	9.6 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport	9.4 Exceptional 601 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport	9.2 Wonderful 473 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 588 reviews	View
Central Park Bed & Breakfast	9.2 Wonderful 95 reviews	View

Top Kentucky Derby Hotel Reviews

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Suite was very large and nice. Like others have said there was a little odd smell but great hotel."

The Brown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the hotel decor, rooms were big and comfortable and the parking was convenient."

Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"✨✨✨"

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"Always stay here for state fair every year. Close to fairgrounds!"

Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms easy access around town!"

Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

8/10 Good

"Good place and close to things. Smell kinda got us though. Almost like mildew. Other than that it was good"

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

8/10 Good

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds."

Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

8/10 Good

"The new owners are very helpful, The property is in a great location, It does need a little attention to detail but it seems they are working hard to make that happen. I will stay there next year for a music festival."

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and comfortable. Beds were soft and I slept great. The hotel was within walking distance to Bourbon and Beyond"

Other attractions near Kentucky Derby

Mannequins in a store window displaying a pink plaid suit and a floral dress.

Kentucky Derby Museum

9.2/10 (289 reviews)

Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.

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Jockeys on horses racing at a track with distinctive white towers in the background.

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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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 theatre scene.

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Expo Five

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

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

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Speed Art Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Speed Art Museum 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 visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kentucky Derby?

Kentucky Derby is located in Louisville. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 72 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Kentucky Derby?

Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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. Other good options 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?

Expedia has 72 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kentucky Derby.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Kentucky Derby.

What can I see and do near Kentucky Derby?

Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville Slugger Museum and 21c Museum Hotel feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Whiskey Row, Belle of Louisville and Big Four Bridge are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Louisville Palace, Headliners Music Hall and Broadway Theatre.

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Our top choices for Kentucky Derby hotels

1. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

3. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Airport

4. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

5. Central Park Bed & Breakfast

6. Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

7. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

8. Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

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

11. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

13. Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

14. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

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

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

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

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

19. Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

20. Sleep Inn Louisville Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Kentucky Derby

Top Kentucky Derby Hotel Reviews

Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Brown Hotel

Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Springhill Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Other attractions near Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby Museum

Churchill Downs

L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

Tringle Park

Expo Five

Speed Art Museum

Bass-Rudd Tennis Center

Trager Stadium

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