Hotels in Louisville

Louisville Hotels

Louisville is the largest city in the state of Kentucky, a sprawling urban metropolis full of flashy high rises, stellar museums, and gorgeous heritage sites. Louisville is a dream for fanatics of independent art, music, and shops - boasting a booming indie scene that overflows with electrifying performance venues and off-beat boutiques. There’s also plenty of family-friendly fun here too, from spacious tree-stippled parks to the city zoo.

Things to see

Begin your vibrant Louisville morning by soaking up some of this city’s cool culture and riveting heritage. Head to the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, a tongue-in-cheek specialty museum which traces the history of the Louisville’s baseball bat production. While it sounds eccentric, the museum - set in the original red-brick factory house - offers a valuable glimpse into Louisville’s industrial heritage. For a more conventional museum experience, head to the Frazier History Museum, a large Smithsonian-affiliated center that showcases a fascinating permanent display of armory. See everything from old-world Medieval weapons to Teddy Roosevelt’s hunting rifle. As the day rolls on, architecture appreciators should visit the Conrad-Caldwell House - a grand white-stone Victorian mansion - and take a tour of its period furnished interiors. Those traveling with kids, meanwhile, will want to visit Louisville Zoo, where you can see sleek Sumatran tigers, great black gorillas, and spooky vampire bats.

Hotels in Louisville

Stay in one of the many 3-star hotels in Louisville for comfortable and relaxing city accommodation that won’t break the bank. In these hotels you’ll enjoy airy ensuite rooms with desk space, queen size beds, and free WiFi. There will also be elegant in-house restaurants and bar lounges. For upper-end luxury, stay in a lavish 4-star hotel. Pamper yourself with massage treatment rooms, and take a dip in the glistening indoor pools. Stay in one of the budget 2-star Louisville hotels for utterly affordable accommodation, with handy amenities like free hearty breakfasts and free guest parking.

Where to stay

Downtown Louisville is where most folks will want to stay. This buzzing area, perfect for families and couples alike, puts you within easy walking distance of key museums and landmarks. You’ll find plenty of sizzling southern BBQ restaurants, and the lush Louisville Waterfront Park is nearby - ideal for a tranquil afternoon stroll. Bohemian-types and hip city adventurers will want to stay near the Highlands neighborhood, which sings with indie boutiques and bouncing music bars. Meanwhile, those who want peace and quiet in a picturesque setting should stay in Old Louisville, which is full of Victorian and Gothic-style buildings.

How to get to Louisville

Louisville International Airport is based a mere 5 miles south of Downtown, and serves a handful of year-round direct domestic flights from top US cities like New York, Chicago, and Charlotte. If you’re traveling from overseas, you’ll need to catch a connecting flight at one of these larger airports. To get Downtown from Louisville International, either hop in a cab, hire a car onsite, or take a cheap TARC bus. Once you arrive, the extensive TARC bus network can get you around the central and surrounding areas. Driving is a good option too, thanks to the efficient road system and moderate traffic.