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The Bellwether Hotel

3.5 star property
Aparthotel in Louisville

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Highland Station Penthouse Suite | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
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Highland Station Penthouse Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace
Highland Station Penthouse Suite | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Olmsted Suite | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Located close to Louisville Zoo, The Bellwether Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Second Floor Queen Standard | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Second Floor Queen Standard

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Suite (ADA) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Queen Suite (ADA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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First Floor One Bedroom King Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

First Floor One Bedroom King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Highland Station Penthouse Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Highland Station Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Minibar (some free items)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Bellwether House | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Bellwether House

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Minibar (some free items)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Junior King Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Junior King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Second Floor King Standard

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Rosewood Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Olmsted Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Olmsted Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

Golden Hour Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for First Floor King Standard

First Floor King Standard | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

First Floor King Standard

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for First Floor Queen Standard

First Floor Queen Standard | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, laptop workspace

First Floor Queen Standard

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Second Floor One Bedroom King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1300 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY, 40204

What's nearby

  • Louisville Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • University of Louisville - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • KFC Yum Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Kentucky Exposition Center - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chill BAR Highlands - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Big Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪M. Peppers - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bellwether Hotel

Aparthotel in Louisville
This smoke-free aparthotel features free WiFi in public areas. Each apartment features thoughtful touches like free minibar items and bathrobes, plus a microwave and a coffee/tea maker. Added amenities include free WiFi, a Smart TV, and premium bedding. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Bellwether Hotel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers. This Louisville aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Free minibar (limited items)

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a shopping district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 20 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Bellwether Louisville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bellwether Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bellwether Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Bellwether Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Bellwether Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bellwether Hotel located?

Located in Tyler Park, this aparthotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cherokee Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ohio River Valley and KFC Yum Center. UofL Health - Peace Hospital and Headliners Music Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Bellwether Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique place, easy to get in and lots to do nearby. The adjacent restaurant, M. Peppers was great. Very classic vibe, nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nice stay, very convenient. It was easy to find parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful experience. The rooms are absolutely gorgeous and smell so nice. They are so crisp and clean and the beds are so comfortable. The set up is streamlined and so thoughtful to guests. Will def be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The boutique Bellwether Hotel is so beautiful and a step back in time. The art deco design, the second floor lounge, and the rooms all beautifully decorated and comfortable. Walk to restaurants, grocery, bars and antique shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shekeia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very pleased!

I took a solo trip for myself this past weekend & booked a room at the Bellwether. I’ll start off by saying I couldn’t have been more pleased with my stay. The hotel is beautiful! Clean lobby and clean & spacious room! The bed was firm but inviting. I slept like a baby. The only issue I had was finding close parking. I would definitely recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautifully redone historic building. Enjoyed design features and Christmas decor! Great walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely stunning! We stayed in the Golden Hour Suite, so much thought has gone into the design, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

Bellwether hotel stay

We were disappointed by our stay. The property uses fully contactless check-in, which could be convenient, but unfortunately, there was no response when we tried to reach out through the messaging service for assistance. The experience felt more like a self-service rental than a hotel, with no on-site staff available. Our room had only one window placed high on the wall, making it impossible to access the shade or let in natural light. While the property is marketed as an upscale hotel, it did not meet those expectations. Would not recommend based on our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Claire

Disliked: Communication
I drove around for an hour waiting for a parking space to become available close to the hotel. There was no one on site at 7 pm when I arrived, and my code for the outside door would not work. Luckily, two guests let me in when they went in. The room had one little window at the top of the corner, making it feel like I was in the basement. The furnishings were cheap, and the floor was concrete. NOT cozy or inviting at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Was not able to access the property with the code they sent. There was an emergency number they had posted that I called several times and it would just ring until it went to their voicemail. I left a message, no call back, I left an email and and a text and there was no response. I even tried to contact through Instagram and still no response. I had an event I needed to get to and get ready for and ultimately after waiting for over an hour, I had to book myself a different hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, communication
They took an old phone building and turned it into a new phone building. Everything is thru the phone. No desk, and consequently no service. When technology fails, no person to make it right. They don't return calls. And the TV is so smart that it presents an extensive list of programs you can't watch. Be sure to appreciate the authentic broken chicken wire industrial windows and broken, cracked and patched polished concrete floors, because new windows and carpet would ruin the vibe. Particle board peg shelving from Costco completes the luxury appointments. Great place to stay for hipsters who live their digital, virtual lives. The best you can do is pretend you get service. But if I'm paying that much, I'd at least like to watch basic cable TV. Without service, what exactly is it you are paying for?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was very clean and well decorated. The location was perfect, surrounded by great restaurants and bars. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hotel for a stay in Louisville. Great food options nearby with reasonable prices. Easy to park and to drive to various locations in the area. Room was spacious and very clean with nice amenities. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Rushton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the convenience of checking in, location, and rooms and property were gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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