The Brown Hotel
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About this property
The Brown Hotel is an independent 4.5-star property located in the heart of Louisville, Kentucky. Centrally positioned within a 5-minute drive of the Kentucky International Convention Center and KFC Yum Center, the hotel places guests near major entertainment and business venues. With 293 guestrooms and 6 suites, The Brown Hotel accommodates groups and individual travelers alike.
Guests rest in rooms appointed with refrigerators, flat-screen televisions, and quality bedding featuring down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Free wireless internet and satellite programming are standard in all rooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. The property holds a guest comfort rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Dining options include J. Grahams Cafe, which emphasizes local cuisine, alongside an on-site coffee shop and bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM for an additional fee. The property also operates a single restaurant and one bar/lounge.
Among recreational and wellness amenities, the hotel features a fitness center, complimentary wireless internet, and concierge services. Meeting and event space spans 33,422 square feet, supporting conferences and weddings. The property includes gift shops, a ballroom, banquet facilities, and on-site art galleries. Bicycle rentals and hiking and biking trails are available nearby for guests seeking outdoor recreation.
The location places Churchill Downs 3.5 miles away and the Kentucky Exposition Center 5.6 miles distant. Louisville International Airport is 6 miles from the hotel; complimentary 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle service is provided. Guest reviews average 4.6 out of 5 stars across 1,001 ratings.
Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The property is smoke-free, and service animals are welcome. Self-parking and valet parking are available for an additional fee.
Location & nearby attractions
Louisville Palace - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Fourth Street Live! - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Ohio River Valley - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Jewish Hospital - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Kentucky International Convention Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Broadway Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Norton Hospital - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Norton Healthcare Pavilion - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Union Station - 1 km / 0.6 mi
KFC Yum Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Evan Williams Bourbon Experience - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Whiskey Row - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Riverfront Plaza Belvedere - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
University Louisville Hospital Int - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
The nearest airports are:
Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 8 km / 5 mi
Louisville, KY (LOU-Bowman Field) - 18 km / 11.2 mi
The preferred airport for The Brown Hotel is Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF).
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service Animals Only. 50 per stay cleaning fee will apply.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 40 per person
- Self parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
- Valet parking fee: USD 36 per night (in/out privileges)
- Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night
Know before you go
- Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.