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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

4.0 star property
Southern hospitality meets exceptional dining at this welcoming hotel, where three distinctive bars serve everything from morning coffee to evening cocktails

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Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property features three restaurants and a coffee shop for travelers. Guests enjoy the attentive multilingual staff, convenient elevator access, free self-parking, and reliable WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(140 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bathrooms | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

Presidential Suite, 2 Bathrooms

  • Park view
  • 204 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Louisville, Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Louisville Mega Cavern and Ohio River, while KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights. Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Kingdom are not to be missed. Visit our Louisville travel guide
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4520 Poplar Level Rd, Louisville, KY, 40213

What's nearby

  • Louisville Mega Cavern
    Louisville Mega Cavern
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Louisville Zoo
    Louisville Zoo
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kentucky Exposition Center
    Kentucky Exposition Center
    5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Highland Festival Grounds
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Kentucky Kingdom
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    6 min drive
  • Oliver’s Chop House
    10 min walk
  • Waffle House
    5 min drive
  • 7 Brew Coffee
    7 min drive
  • Wendy's
    6 min drive

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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
  • Elevator (38 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is an adults only property. Guests must be 21 years or older to be on property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

You need to know

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.

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Louisville Zoo, Kentucky Exposition Center, and Kentucky Kingdom. Louisville Mega Cavern and Highland Festival Grounds are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1835 out of 2242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 2242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 2242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 2242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 2242 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dajoun

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Great place to visit
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the rooms and location very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel for fans of horse racing. Really beautiful decor throughout. Great service too. We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very comfortable. Enjoyed our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gloribel

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Everything was excellent the service clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

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Friendly staff. Large clean comfortable rooms. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doan Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hôtel…smells great…would be nice to have a fitness room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED the newness, very clean rooms, easily accessible to all of Louisville. In town for funeral, the low price and casino definitely lightened the load.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location close to everything! Railbirds had Great chicken strips!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Excellent restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. Super clean, with a good bed and linens. Staff were professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Shandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. No tables so we went to Caesar's which was also great for casual food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room. Perfect start to our vacation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, large clean rooms. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel and casino! The rooms were great and well-maintained. The casino was huge! The food choices were adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was passing through and stayed one night! I loved this place! Impeccable property! Absolutely gorgeous! Crazy comfy bed too! Will definitely be staying on my way back home!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice rooms. They were close to what we were going to do. The staff was real friendly and helpful. Coffee was everywhere. The casino was nice. Had restaurants there parking was easy. I definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here recently and had an excellent experience from start to finish! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The staff was friendly, helpful, and made check-in quick and easy. The casino had a great atmosphere with plenty of gaming options, and everything felt safe and well organized. The rooms were spacious, quiet, and very comfortable after a long night of fun. Definitely one of the best casino hotel experiences we’ve had, and we’ll absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our suite was beautiful and so comfortable! We aren’t gamblers but enjoyed betting with the free play we were given. The free sodas, tea, and coffee were also a nice treat. Would definitely stay here again! Trust me…book a suite!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, great staff, excellent bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are not gamblers but love the location and restaurant was wonderful !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

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This property was amazingly clean. The rooms were clean and large in size. The only thing I would suggest is having free breakfast and consider adding a pool! Otherwise was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Derby City. The hotel rooms are large and the beds are comfortable. The rooms are updated and everything was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026