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21c Museum Hotel Louisville

Louisville, United States

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  • Breakfast Daily
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  • WiFi
  • Early Check-in

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21c Museum Hotel Louisville
Voted #1 Hotel in the South in Conde Nast Traveler magazine's Readers Choice Awards 2012, 21c Museum Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky is the first of its kind-- a 90-room hotel dedicated to world-class luxuries, Southern-style hospitality and contemporary art from living artists. Nestled in the heart of Museum Row and downtown Louisville, 21c is an epicenter for culture, activity, and artistic expression. Whether a visiting Bourbon Country, spending at day at Churchill Downs, or hosting a lavish Southern wedding, 21c has all the upscale offerings you would expect from a boutique luxury hotel, yet offers so much more.

Applauded by Travel and Leisure Magazine as one of the most ambitious unions of art and hospitality ever undertaken, and hailed by The New York Times as an innovative concept with strong execution and prompt and enthusiastic service, come meet the infamous Red Penguins and discover how 21c Museum Hotel is redefining the art of hospitality.

Among the many upscale offerings- award winning design and decor, 42-inch HDTV flat screen televisions, WiFi, exquisite bedding, silver mint julep cups, gourmet coffee makers, mini-bar refrigerators, Malin + Goetz bath amenities, plush robes, Herman Miller Ergonomic chairs and nightly turn down and concierge services. In-room dining service is available and provided by award winning Proof on Main. The hotel also offers a full exercise facility with a steam room, sauna and spa services. And, of course, red penguins.

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21c Louisville is the first of its kind: boutique hotel, chef-driven restaurant, and 21st century art museum all under one roof. 21c is located in the heart of downtown Louisville, on historic Museum Row neighboring cultural destinations like the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft, the Louisville Slugger Museum, and the Muhammad Ali Center.

Guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance under the "Five Star Signature Package" or "Five Star Signature Suites & Villas" will also receive the following amenities:

  • $50 Hotel Credit
  • Breakfast Daily
  • VIP Status
  • Upgrade at Booking
  • WiFi
  • Early Check-in
  • Late Check-out
Terms and Conditions
Reservations must be made through Five Star Alliance under the “5 Star Signature Package." Continental breakfast is provided for up to two guests daily in Proof on Main. A $50 hotel credit is provided once per room, per stay. Upgrade is subject to availability at the time of booking. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability at time of check-in and departure.

Hotel Address:
  • 21c Museum Hotel Louisville
  • 700 West Main Street
  • Louisville, KY 40202
  • United States

Location Summary
21c Museum Hotel is located at 700 West Main Street, in historic downtown Louisville, Kentucky. 21c is nestled in the heart of Museum Row, within walking distance of many of downtown's attractions, dining, entertainment and major corporations. Minutes from the airport, great local shopping, and the famed racetrack Churchill Downs, 21c is an ideal place to make home during a visit to the Bluegrass State. Make a weekend of it with day trips to regional bourbon distilleries and horse farms, 21c will be your modern, urban oasis as your explore the rural Kentucky countryside.

Directions to Hotel
East: Take I-71 South to I-64 West. Take exit 5B. Follow Third Street to Jefferson St. Take a right. Follow Jefferson St to 7th St; the hotel entrance and valet are on the left just past W. Market St.

Airport: Follow signs for I-264 (Watterson Expressway) East & downtown. Take I-264 east to I-65 North headed towards downtown. Take the Broadway exit and turn left. Follow Broadway until you get to 7th St. Take a right, the hotel entrance and valet are on the left just prior to W. Main St.

Indiana: From 65 South exit onto 31 South, take the 2nd Street Bridge to Jefferson St. Take a right and travel 5 blocks. Take a right on to 7th; the hotel entrance and valet are on the left just prior to W. Main St.

West: Take I-64 East to 9th Street exit. Take a left onto Market and go 2 blocks to 7th St. ! Take a left, the hotel entrance and valet are on the left just prior to W. Main St.

South: Take I-65 North. Follow that until you reach the Broadway exit. Take a left onto Broadway and follow that until you get to 7th St. Take a right onto 7th Street; the hotel entrance and valet are on the left just prior to W. Main St.
Note Bene
Conde Nast Traveler Magazine's Reader's Choice Awards 2012-#1 Hotel in the South, Travel + Leisure Top 500 World's Best Hotels 2012-#1 Kentucky Hotel, Conde Nast Traveler Magazine's 2012 Gold List.
Business Center
Complementary for all guests.
Banquets & Meetings
Space is available for private parties of 10-450 people.
Disabled Access
Accessible rooms available.
Meeting Space
Space is available for private parties of 10-450 people.
Fine Dining On Site
Award winning Proof on Main is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Room Service is also available and provided by Proof on Main.
Fine Dining Nearby
Many options available within walking distance.
Executive Retreat
Space is available for private parties of 10-450 people.
Pets Allowed
A one time per reservation pet cleaning fee applies.
Spa Facility
Massages available by appointment.
Biking Touring
Bikes available to guests on a first come, first serve basis.
Casino Gambling
Horseshoe Southern Indiana is 20 minutes from the hotel.
Jogging Running
Waterfront Park is a short walk from the hotel.
Skiing Snow
About 1 hour from the hotel.
Recommended Rooms
Atrium Suites overlook the Atrium, some Luxury King Rooms have water views, and the Bunbury Suiteis considered the "Conference and Guest Suite."


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Pets Allowed
    - Spa Facility
Available Activities
  • - Biking Touring
    - Casino Gambling
    - Dining
    - Golf Driving Range
    - Golfing
    - Jogging Running
    - Shopping
    - Skiing_snow
    - Theatre & Museums


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