The Brown Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near KFC Yum Center

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Front of property
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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335 W Broadway, Louisville, KY, 40202
  • Fourth Street Live!
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • KFC Yum Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Louisville

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Louisville hotel, you'll find Fourth Street Live! and Kentucky International Convention Center. Louisville Palace and Jewish Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Louisville Palace - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fourth Street Live! - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • KFC Yum Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Louisville Slugger Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mi CASITA ON FOURTH - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Seelbach Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Brown Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel near KFC Yum Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 33422 square feet (3105 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Brown Hotel. An area shuttle within 1 mi and a roundtrip airport shuttle during limited hours are free. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Louisville hotel is smoke free.

  • 293 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 33422 sq ft of conference space
  • 3105 sq m of conference space
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Brown Hotel offers 293 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Louisville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 36 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Piano
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Brown Hotel
Brown Hotel Louisville
Brown Louisville
Hotel Brown
The Brown Hotel Hotel
The Brown Hotel Louisville
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Brown Hotel to the airport?

The Brown Hotel is 5 mi (8-min drive) away from the Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Hotel?

As of Apr 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Hotel on Apr 18, 2025 start from $165.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Brown Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Brown Hotel offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

Does The Brown Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Brown Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 40 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Brown Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Brown Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at The Brown Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 30 per night, and valet parking for USD 36 per night.

Does The Brown Hotel have a pool?

The Brown Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Brown Hotel have a restaurant?

The Brown Hotel is home to J.Grahams Cafe, which features local cuisine.

Does The Brown Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Brown Hotel to downtown Louisville?

The Brown Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Louisville.

The Brown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Easy walk to the Palace to see Ron White. Excellent choice of places to stay for any event there! Loved the piano player through the evening on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great historic place to stay, be treated royally
It was really fun to stay in this historic hotel and read all about its past. The service on all fronts, especially the restaurant, was impeccable. The breakfast was also delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historical hotel in downtown Louisville
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historic hotel
Nice place with lots of character and history. Only issue was a cold bathroom compared to the room itself Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveler
Cool place
Very neat historic hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The room was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful iconic hotel - we had a friendly and helpful shuttle driver and had a great check in experience, a nice clean room, comfortable beds, and good experience in the restaurant. My only complaint was trying to book the shuttle for the ride back to the airport the front desk lady was miserable and unhelpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is absolutely gorgeous, the rooms super spacious and clean, and the staff friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay there immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were at the Brown hotel for a wedding. Love the history around this hotel and we had a great time. Room was on the 10th floor. Room was lovely, very spacious and comfortable. Also, it was very quiet. Nothing like some of the newer hotels we have stayed in with walls as thin as paper. Only issue we had was the large closet didn’t have a light but everything else was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brown Christmas
We spent Christmas here. It was wonderful. Their Holiday Brunch was over the top, the food is incredible at every venue. The bar is advertised as one of the 15th best in the world, and I believe that. Parking is easy. Staff is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful , charming hotel .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My favorite for a reason
As always, The Brown was perfect. So cozy and special. The staff is always terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl, Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allisha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Varun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar is very inviting, but the restaurants are very pricey. Otherwise 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This old historic hotel is the perfect place to stay. I loved reading about The Browns past and all of the interesting events that happened there.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024