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About this property
Built in 1923, the Brown Hotel is located in downtown Louisville’s Theater District. It features a concierge staff, two restaurants, and a free airport shuttle. KFC Yum! Center is less than 1 mile away. The Brown Gift Shop and Gallery offers sundries, special gifts, and artwork by local artisans. A business center is available for guests to use. J. Graham’s Café serves casual dishes for breakfast and lunch. The Lobby Bar, offering drinks and light dishes, is also open in the evenings. Rooms at the Brown Hotel are furnished with a work desk. Free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs are found in all rooms. The Brown Hotel is a 3-minute walk away from Louisville Palace Theater. Churchill Downs is an 11-minute drive away. The Louisville International Airport is 10 minutes away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Fitness center
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Katherine
United States
“Service is incredible! We love dining, esp the brunch at J Grahams. Lobby shop is full of interesting things including gorgeous Derby Hats. The rooms are spacious with an air of quiet luxury synonomous with the spirit of the Bluegrass. The Brown...” - Texye
United States
“Beautiful old hotel Good food and drinks Staff is very friendly and helpful. Free shuttle to/from airport.” - Christine
United States
“What a beautiful old historical hotel! There is a connected parking garage with easy access and great restaurants around to reach by foot! The distance to the airport also was nice - 10 minute by car! The bar was very nice and had some Great...” - Mary-beth
United States
“It’s a beautiful old Hotel with good food and Great service” - Wilson
United States
“I love the service and the ambience if this old motel.” - Paige
United States
“Property was in a great location relevant to the Louder Than Life Festival. Hotel staff were friendly and room was very clean. Overall great stay.” - Garrett
United States
“Absolutely beautiful hotel, will absolutely return and stay here again. We came for louder than life for 6 days, and the price was great. They had a delicious breakfast buffett, and while it was kind of pricey, it was fantastic. It's the best...” - Palmerin
United States
“The architecture it's beautiful and the history of the hotel” - Heather
United States
“The service at this hotel was maybe the best I have ever had.” - Cynthia
United States
“The staff was lovely. The room was very clean and comfortable.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- J. Graham's Cafe
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Lobby Bar
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Upon check-in, photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.