The Brown Hotel

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.2

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 8.8 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

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Parking available at the hotel

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Theresa
United States United States
“Beautiful vintage vibe. Nicely updated and spacious rooms.”
Craig
United States United States
“The bar was on point; amazing atmosphere, the staff was fantastic (quick, proficient), and friendly.”
Ghita
United States United States
“Meticulously restored historical building creates the experience of stepping back in time . Free airport shuttle- just call the front desk when you are picking up your luggage at baggage claim. Also literally just around the block from Louisville...”
Thomas
United States United States
“Great historical property! Relaxing stay, very attentive and helpful staff. Classics southern food at J Graham’s Restaurant. Thanks Shannon and Gabby at the for meaning our meal there so special!”
Crystal
United States United States
“Loved the old hotel. Such a neat property. The staff was excellent from the shuttle driver to the desk staff.”
Rhonda
United States United States
“Friendly service. The valet parking is exceptional!”
James
United States United States
“Old style charm and service with a bit of old world class.”
Dianne
United States United States
“This historic hotel is divine, with spacious, lovely rooms and a very nice lobby bar/restaurant. We loved our time in the hotel.”
Jennie
United States United States
“Beautiful, historic hotel. Lovely furnishings, beautiful lobby/bar area. Room was enormous and very comfortable. Bathroom and shower well-sized. Everything was very clean. Service was great!”
John
United States United States
“Historic, well appointed, location, shuttle service”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
J. Graham's Cafe
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
Lobby Bar
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Traditional

Amenities of The Brown Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

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

House rules

The Brown Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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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.

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