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Hotels Near Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs is in Louisville, Kentucky. The 36 closest bookable hotels are listed below, nearest first, with the real distance from the venue for each. 6 of them are close enough to walk on an event day.

Closest hotel to Churchill Downs: 3BR 2BA Derby Home Walk to Churchill Free Parking, under 0.3 mi away and walkable on event days. 36 properties within 2.0 mi are compared below.

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Sorted by straight-line distance from Churchill Downs. Pick your dates to see live prices for each one.

  • 3BR 2BA Derby Home Walk to Churchill Free Parking

    3BR 2BA Derby Home Walk to Churchill Free Parking

    Under 0.3 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable 4-starGuest score 10.0/10 (2 reviews)

    701 Burton Avenue, Louisville

    Prime Location Near Popular Attractions Experience the thrill of the Kentucky Derby just steps away and enjoy easy access to Papa John's Cardinal Stadium for a memorable stay in L…

  • Private Room Near to Downtown Churchill Downs UofL Airport &Kentucky Expo Center

    Private Room Near to Downtown Churchill Downs UofL Airport &Kentucky Expo Center

    0.3 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable Guest score 6.0/10 (5 reviews)

    Convenient Location Located near major attractions like Kentucky Derby and Speed Art Museum, our homestay offers easy access to downtown, Churchill Downs, UofL, and the Kentucky E…

  • Charming Home near Churchill Downs

    Charming Home near Churchill Downs

    0.3 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable 4-starGuest score 9.0/10 (2 reviews)

    2707 Taylor Blvd, Louisville

    Scenic Garden and Views Comfortable and Spacious Accommodation Convenient Amenities for Relaxation To book a relaxing stay at Charming Home near Churchill Downs, reserve now!

  • Walk to Churchill Downs: Central Louisville Home!

    Walk to Churchill Downs: Central Louisville Home!

    0.4 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable 3-starGuest score 6.0/10

    Experience the charm of Louisville in our smoke-free cottage, perfectly situated for your next adventure! Comfortable Accommodations Relax in air-conditioned rooms featuring fully…

  • 1 Mi to Uofl: Pet-friendly Louisville Apartment!

    1 Mi to Uofl: Pet-friendly Louisville Apartment!

    0.4 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable 3-starGuest score 6.0/10

    Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at our smoke-free apartment in Louisville, ideally located near top attractions. Homey Accommodations Make yourself at home…

  • The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR Derby Side Retreat

    The Lucky Horseshoe 4BR Derby Side Retreat

    0.6 mi from Churchill Downs Walkable Guest score 9.1/10 (28 reviews)

    3432 Wizard Avenue, Louisville

    Convenient Location Explore the exciting attractions just a short distance away, including the Kentucky Derby and Papa John's Cardinal Stadium. Family-Friendly Amenities Enjoy the…

  • The Cozy Nest Near Wilder Park 4 Bedroom Home

    The Cozy Nest Near Wilder Park 4 Bedroom Home

    0.6 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 6.0/10

    Escape to a serene retreat in the heart of Louisville, where comfort meets convenience. Breathtaking Views & Outdoor Fun Take in stunning views from the garden while enjoying our …

  • Walk to Churchill & Cardinal Stadium Near SDE

    Walk to Churchill & Cardinal Stadium Near SDE

    0.8 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk Guest score 10.0/10 (2 reviews)

    South 2nd Street 4117, Louisville

    Prime Location Located just 2 km from Kentucky Derby, our holiday home offers easy access to Churchill & Cardinal Stadium. Comfortable and Spacious Featuring 3 bedrooms, a fully e…

  • Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

    Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport

    0.9 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 9.1/10 (518 reviews)

    130 Central Avenue, Louisville

    Luxurious Accommodation with Convenient Amenities Modern Comforts: Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport offers stylish rooms equipped with all modern amenities to ensure a…

  • Spacious 4BR Home with Cozy Vibes in Louisville

    Spacious 4BR Home with Cozy Vibes in Louisville

    0.9 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 4-starGuest score 8.3/10 (6 reviews)

    Southgate Avenue 1406, Louisville

    Luxurious Amenities - Enjoy a comfortable stay with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and a fully equipped kitchen. Convenient Location - Situated just 1.6 km from Kentucky Derby …

  • Pet-friendly Louisville Home: Near Distilleries!

    Pet-friendly Louisville Home: Near Distilleries!

    0.9 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 6.0/10

    Escape to our charming cottage in Louisville, perfect for a relaxing getaway and conveniently located near local attractions. Comfortable Accommodations Enjoy a cozy atmosphere wi…

  • Staybridge Suites - Louisville - Expo Center by IHG

    Staybridge Suites - Louisville - Expo Center by IHG

    1.0 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 9.0/10 (566 reviews)

    380 FARMINGTON AVE, Louisville

    Modern Accommodation with Convenient Amenities Located just 1.5 km from Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, Staybridge Suites - Louisville - Expo Center, an IHG Hotel offers a comfortab…

  • Derby City Getaway

    Derby City Getaway

    1.0 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 8.2/10 (71 reviews)

    2947 7th Street Road, Louisville

    Derby City Getaway is a luxurious accommodation just 2.6 km from the renowned Kentucky Derby. Guests can indulge in a hot tub experience and enjoy the convenience of a private ent…

  • Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

    Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

    1.0 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 7.9/10 (422 reviews)

    447 Farmington Ave, Louisville

    Convenient Location Situated just off Interstate 65 and a short distance from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo offers easy…

  • Home2 Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport Expo Center

    Home2 Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport Expo Center

    1.1 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 8.8/10 (346 reviews)

    3000 Crittenden Drive, Louisville

    Convenient Location and Modern Amenities Home2 Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport Expo Center is the ideal choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience. Located near Trag…

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

    Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

    1.1 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 2-starGuest score 7.4/10 (651 reviews)

    101 Central Ave, Louisville

    Convenient Location Super 8 Louisville is strategically situated just a 5-minute drive from the Kentucky Fair Grounds and a mere 2 miles from the Louisville International Airport.…

  • Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

    Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

    1.1 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 4-starGuest score 7.5/10 (296 reviews)

    2912 Crittenden Drive, Louisville

    Convenient Location near Louisville International Airport Located just a mile away from the Louisville International Airport, Comfort Inn & Suites provides a perfect stay for trav…

  • Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

    Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

    1.2 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 3-starGuest score 8.7/10 (385 reviews)

    2735 Crittenden Dr, Louisville

    Luxurious Amenities and Comfortable Stay At Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport, experience a completely non-smoking property near the Kentucky Expo Center. Enjoy guestrooms equi…

  • Stylish 2nd Floor Apartment with Pool Table Office Space near Churchill Downs

    Stylish 2nd Floor Apartment with Pool Table Office Space near Churchill Downs

    1.4 mi from Churchill Downs Long walk 4-starGuest score 6.7/10 (3 reviews)

    South 2nd Street 1608, Louisville

    Luxurious Stay in Louisville Convenient Location: Situated near Old Louisville and Speed Art Museum, this stylish apartment offers a prime location for exploring the city, with Tr…

  • Louisville Vacation Rental 2 Mi to Churchill Downs

    Louisville Vacation Rental 2 Mi to Churchill Downs

    1.6 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 7.0/10 (1 reviews)

    Experience the charm of Old Louisville at our smoke-free apartment, perfectly situated just minutes from the city's top attractions. Convenient Location Nestled within close proxi…

  • Cozy Louisville Vacation Rental 2 Mi to Downtown!

    Cozy Louisville Vacation Rental 2 Mi to Downtown!

    1.6 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 6.0/10

    Experience the comfort of urban living at our Cozy Louisville Vacation Rental, ideally located just minutes from downtown. Spacious Accommodations: Relax in air-conditioned rooms …

  • Inn at St James Court

    Inn at St James Court

    1.6 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 4-starGuest score 9.8/10 (54 reviews)

    1440 Saint James Ct, Louisville

    Charming Bed & Breakfast in Old Louisville Relax in Style: Enjoy the serene garden views and cozy fireplace in our lobby. The complimentary full breakfast will start your day righ…

  • Quality Inn & Suites University-Airport

    Quality Inn & Suites University-Airport

    1.6 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 7.0/10 (690 reviews)

    311 E Gaulbert Ave, Louisville

    Convenient Location The Quality Inn & Suites University/Airport is strategically situated just four miles away from both the Louisville International Airport and the University of…

  • Studio 6 Suites Louisville KY Airport/Expo Center

    Studio 6 Suites Louisville KY Airport/Expo Center

    1.6 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 7.3/10 (1,064 reviews)

    571 Phillips Ln., Louisville

    Convenient Location Situated within 1 km of Louisville International Airport and the Kentucky Exposition Center, Studio 6 Suites offers easy access for travelers. Enjoy the conven…

  • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Louisville Airport

    Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Louisville Airport

    1.7 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 8.5/10 (574 reviews)

    653 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location Located just 1.2 km from the Kentucky Exposition Center, Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Louisville Airport offers easy access to nearby attractions such as…

  • Courtyard Louisville Airport

    Courtyard Louisville Airport

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 8.2/10 (455 reviews)

    819 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location Less than a mile from Louisville International Airport, Courtyard Louisville Airport offers free shuttle service and a 24-hour Market, ensuring a stress-free s…

  • Sleep Inn Louisville Airport

    Sleep Inn Louisville Airport

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 6.3/10 (281 reviews)

    709 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location and Modern Amenities Modern Rooms and Essential Features Complimentary Grab and Go Breakfast Experience comfort and convenience at our Louisville hotel, just m…

  • Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

    Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 2-starGuest score 8.6/10 (155 reviews)

    800 Phillips Ln, Louisville

    Recreational Amenities and More Experience leisure with an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and helpful tour/ticket assistance. Convenient Featu…

  • Residence Inn Louisville Airport

    Residence Inn Louisville Airport

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 8.9/10 (240 reviews)

    700 Phillips Ln, Louisville

    Convenient Location near Kentucky Exposition Center Located in Louisville, Kentucky, this hotel is just a short 5-minute walk from the Kentucky Exposition Center, making it an ide…

  • Central Park Bed & Breakfast

    Central Park Bed & Breakfast

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 4-starGuest score 9.4/10 (90 reviews)

    1353 South 4th Street, Louisville

    Luxurious Accommodations Experience comfort and elegance in our air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Convenient Location Located near popular attracti…

  • Tru By Hilton Louisville Airport

    Tru By Hilton Louisville Airport

    1.8 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 8.8/10 (705 reviews)

    810 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location Located just a stone's throw away from popular attractions like McDonald's Field and Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, Tru By Hilton Louisville Airport offers a pr…

  • Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

    Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

    1.9 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 4-starGuest score 8.2/10 (696 reviews)

    830 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location near Churchill Downs Situated just a stone's throw away from Churchill Downs, the Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Kentucky Expo Center offers unparalleled conv…

  • SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport

    SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport

    1.9 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 8.6/10 (508 reviews)

    820 Phillips Lane, Louisville

    Convenient Location Located just minutes away from central Louisville and the airport, SpringHill Suites Louisville Airport offers easy access to the city's attractions and transp…

  • DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

    DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

    1.9 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 4-starGuest score 9.5/10 (94 reviews)

    1317 South 4th Street, Louisville

    Luxurious Accommodation Experience comfort and elegance in our rooms equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and cozy bedding. Charming Outdoor Spaces Relax in our garden…

  • Extended Stay America Select Suites - Louisville - Airport

    Extended Stay America Select Suites - Louisville - Airport

    2.0 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 2-starGuest score 7.0/10 (395 reviews)

    3300 Preston Highway, Louisville

    Convenient Location Extended Stay America Select Suites - Louisville - Airport offers a prime location near popular attractions like McDonald's Field and the Louisville Zoo. Situa…

  • 2 Mi to University of Louisville: Apt w/ Fire Pit!

    2 Mi to University of Louisville: Apt w/ Fire Pit!

    2.0 mi from Churchill Downs Drive or ride 3-starGuest score 7.0/10

    Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at our smoke-free apartment, just minutes from the vibrancy of Louisville. Spacious Accommodations Relax in our air-conditi…

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Getting to Churchill Downs

Address700 Central Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40208

Flying in to Churchill Downs

The closest airport to Churchill Downs is Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF), 2.9 miles away in a straight line.

AirportTypeStraight line
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) Large airport 2.9 mi (4.6 km)

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Upcoming events at Churchill Downs

If you are booking a room here, this is what you would be coming for. Every date links to live tickets and an interactive seat map.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you walk to Churchill Downs from a hotel?

6 of the hotels listed here are close enough to walk on an event day. The rest are a drive or a rideshare. Each card says which.

What hotels are closest to Churchill Downs?

The closest bookable hotel we list is 3BR 2BA Derby Home Walk to Churchill Free Parking, under 0.3 mi from Churchill Downs. The 36 nearest are compared above, each with its real distance from the venue.

Where should I stay for an event at Churchill Downs?

Everything listed here is within 2.0 mi of Churchill Downs. Closer means less travel on the night; further out is usually cheaper and often better for eating and getting around. The distance on each card is the trade-off.

What is on at Churchill Downs?

There are at least 12 events coming up at Churchill Downs, listed below with live tickets. Booking a room usually starts with picking the date you are going.

Does StubOrder set these hotel prices?

No. Rates come live from our accommodation partner and move constantly. Pick your dates to see the current price for each hotel; it is confirmed again before anything is charged.