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A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a reception desk, a kitchen area, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 0.8 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Clara

₩167,476

₩197,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A rooftop patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of the sunset.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple liquor bottles, and two upholstered bar stools.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

2. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Fairgrounds, 0.7 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Becky

₩139,915

₩164,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Four Points by Sheraton" and a parking lot with several cars.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a sign reading "Best Brews".

3. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Fairgrounds, 0.8 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Tyra

₩130,298

₩153,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A Best Western hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and multiple vehicles parked.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

4. Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

1.7 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Paul

₩119,689

₩140,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern cafe with white tables and chairs, a counter with coffee machines, and artwork on the walls.

A modern waiting area with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a coffee table, and a cityscape painting.

A gym with stationary bikes, a treadmill, and weight machines.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

Fairgrounds, 0.7 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Sarah

₩106,887

₩124,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A Holiday Inn hotel with a yellow facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white walls and a tiled border.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.

6. Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

Fairgrounds, 0.8 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Coleen

₩120,907

₩142,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and dark blue bedspreads. There is a small table and a chair in the room.

A reception area with a counter, a display of postcards, and a door leading to another room.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a shower.

7. Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center

Highland Park, 0.6 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Catriona

₩86,938

₩102,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel reception area with a red wall, a digital clock, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi availability.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A Red Roof Inn with a neon sign, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk.

8. Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport

3.1 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Robertico

₩77,429

₩91,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A bar area with multiple seating options and a large display of liquor bottles.

A modern dining area with a large wooden table and six chairs, a chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a dining area in the background.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, a patterned carpet, and a wooden ceiling design.

9. Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

3.5 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Gary

₩137,402

₩161,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern interior with a fireplace, bookshelves, a green sofa, and leather chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a green armchair, and a view of the city through large windows.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, bookshelves, and a prominent sign reading "THE GRADY".

A modern restaurant interior with a staircase, round tables, and a brick wall.

10. The Grady

Downtown Louisville, 7 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Garrett

₩253,700

₩298,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating arrangement.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple floors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear markings, a wooden deck, and a view of the outside.

A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

15.1 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Courtney

₩145,485

₩161,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including bar stools and round tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dark door.

A buffet with various fruits and condiments.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a geometric wall design.

12. Hyatt House Louisville East

15.4 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Victoria

₩141,274

₩166,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A modern, well-lit room with a large bed, a green sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern KFC building with large glass windows, a prominent sign, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern interior with a green wall, black chairs, and a ceiling with exposed beams and lights.

13. Stellar Suites

East Market District, 6.4 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Brad

₩130,488

₩222,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A historic building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to the door, and a sign indicating it is a bed and breakfast.

A room with a red velvet sofa, a blue armchair, and a small round table with books.

An outdoor patio with red furniture, including a table and chairs, and two red umbrellas providing shade.

A living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a staircase, and a chandelier.

14. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Old Louisville, 4.2 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Casey

₩191,222

₩221,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An indoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by potted plants and hanging lights.

A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a modern glass building adjacent to it.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and a bartender preparing drinks.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a green building facade, and a row of plants along the wall.

15. Hotel Distil, Autograph Collection

Downtown Louisville, 6.8 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Jasmine

₩309,629

₩364,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street outside.

A modern coffee shop interior with a central island, wooden counter, and large windows.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Aloft Hotels' sign, multiple floors, and a corner location with a view of the city skyline.

A modern lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a brick accent wall.

16. Aloft by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 6.7 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Angela

₩158,618

₩186,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A hotel dining area with long tables, booths, and a bar.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white marble walls and columns, and furnished with lounge chairs and tables.

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining area, and a bedroom.

17. Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 6.3 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Spencer

₩198,721

₩233,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, a fire feature, and a clock tower in the background.

A hotel with a prominent sign, a central courtyard with a sculpture, and a dome structure in the background.

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a city view, and a unique headboard design.

18. Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Louisville, 6.6 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Breeana

₩270,077

₩317,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A classical gold statue in front of a multi-story building with large windows and a brick facade.

A cozy room with a geometric-patterned ceiling, a sofa, and a chair.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a table with a lamp, and shelves displaying books and decorative items.

19. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville

Downtown Louisville, 6.9 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Candice

₩229,760

₩277,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple seating options, and a large screen.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern interior with a central wooden table, refrigerated beverage dispensers, and shelves stocked with snacks and condiments.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a floor lamp. Large windows offer a view of a cityscape and a building with glass windows.

20. Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

Downtown Louisville, 6.6 km from Kentucky Kingdom

Hallie

₩142,252

₩167,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Kentucky Kingdom

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,820 reviews	View
Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport	8.6 Excellent 126 reviews	View
Best Western Louisville Airport Expo	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo	8.2 Very Good 270 reviews	View

Top Kentucky Kingdom Hotel Reviews

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very polite and helpful to all my family needs during our entire stay."

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and and the price was very affordable. Great location for going to the KY expo center."

Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great Stay"

Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center

8/10 Good

"Good spot to stay! While dated and could use some love, the staff were great and the room was clean and comfortable."

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I WAS SUPPOSE TO PAY AT THE PROPERTY, BUT THE RECEPTIONIST WENT AHEAD AND CHARGED MY CARD AND DIDN'T EVEN ASK. I DIDN'T LIKE THAT YOU HAD TO PAY AN EXTRA CHARGE FOR BREAKFAST, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS A NORMAL BREAKFAST YOU WOULD FIND AT ANY OTHER COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST."

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

8/10 Good

"Room was nice, staff was friendly. The only negative was a slight musty smell in our room."

Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

10/10 Excellent

"There was a hic-up staying here but it was quickly fixed. The staff was awesome and very helpful when trying to figure out my schedule."

Other attractions near Kentucky Kingdom

A nighttime hot air balloon festival with colorful balloons, including one labeled "OLIVER WINERY."

Kentucky Exposition Center

8.8/10 (2,714 reviews)

During your trip, find out what's happening at Kentucky Exposition Center, a top convention center in Louisville. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and great live music.

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A scale with a sign that reads "WEIGH PLEASE" and a display of jockeys' weights.

Kentucky Derby Museum

9.2/10 (289 reviews)

Experience the thrill of attending a championship horse-racing event at a museum dedicated to one of the Triple Crown races.

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Freedom Hall

8.4/10 (417 reviews)

Catch an event at Freedom Hall during your trip to Louisville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Highland Festival Grounds

After visiting Highland Festival Grounds, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Louisville.

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L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

8.4/10 (164 reviews)

Catch an event at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium during your trip to Louisville. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Bass-Rudd Tennis Center

Catch an event at Bass-Rudd Tennis Center during your trip to Louisville.

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Trager Stadium

Catch an event at Trager Stadium during your trip to Louisville. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Kentucky Derby

8.8/10 (48 reviews)

After visiting Kentucky Derby, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Louisville.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kentucky Kingdom?

Kentucky Kingdom is located in a welcoming area of Louisville known for its beautiful river views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 40 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Kentucky Kingdom?

Adjacent to Kentucky Kingdom, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG and Tru by Hilton Louisville Airport.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kentucky Kingdom?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kentucky Kingdom.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kentucky Kingdom, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Kentucky Kingdom.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kentucky Kingdom?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Kentucky Kingdom, click here.

What can I see and do near Kentucky Kingdom?

You'll want to browse the collections at Kentucky Derby Museum, 21c Museum Hotel, and Louisville Slugger Museum. Sights like Whiskey Row, Belle of Louisville, and Big Four Bridge are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Louisville Palace, Headliners Music Hall, and Broadway Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Kentucky Kingdom hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Airport

2. Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

3. Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

4. Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Louisville Airport Fair & Expo

6. Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

7. Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center

8. Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport

9. Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

10. The Grady

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

12. Hyatt House Louisville East

13. Stellar Suites

14. DuPont Mansion Bed & Breakfast

15. Hotel Distil, Autograph Collection

16. Aloft by Marriott Louisville Downtown

17. Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

18. Hotel Bourré Bonne Louisville, Curio Collection by Hilton

19. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville

20. Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

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Top Kentucky Kingdom Hotel Reviews

Four Points by Sheraton Louisville Airport

Super 8 by Wyndham Louisville/Expo Center

Hampton Inn Louisville-Airport

Studio 6 Suites Louisville, KY – Airport/Expo Center

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport - Fair/Expo by IHG

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Airport

Other attractions near Kentucky Kingdom

Kentucky Exposition Center

Kentucky Derby Museum

Freedom Hall

Highland Festival Grounds

L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium

Bass-Rudd Tennis Center

Trager Stadium

Kentucky Derby

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