Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott
8.6 (501 reviews)
100 South Second Street , Louisville , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Parking fees
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Several reviews noted issues with cleanliness, including stained sheets and funky smells.
Service
9.33
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.37
The location was frequently praised for its convenience to events and local attractions.
Room Quality
8.32
Mixed feedback on room comfort; some mentioned issues with mattress comfort.
Amenities
8.35
While some amenities were noted positively, there were concerns regarding the pool cleanliness.
Value for Money
7.81
Parking fees were viewed negatively and impacted value perception.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Some positive mentions of food options, but not extensively discussed.
Overall Experience
8.93
Overall positive with specific pros noted despite some challenges.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:56

Property Description

Indulge in Comfort and Convenience

Modern Amenities: Enjoy a flat-screen TV, high-speed internet, and coffee facilities in every room.

Dining Options: Delight in à la carte breakfast, a variety of fruits and pastries at the Courtyard Café, and even in-room dinner delivery service.

Convenient Location: Just steps away from the Ohio River waterfront and entertainment district, with easy access to the airport and convention center.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement at Courtyard Louisville. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SDF

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 501 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Robyn solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Steve couple us
9
Nice relaxing.
Pros:

Bedding great.

Cons:

Newer Tv would be good.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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kristy family_with_children us
9
Pros:

I've stayed at this location multiple times this year and it is always nice. The location is great. Check in is easy.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was nice both times we have stayed this year.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Tammy couple us
10
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Victor couple us
9
Fun in Louisville
Pros:

Clean and great location to downtown

Cons:

Traffic noise loud at times

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Mariah solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

Close to where I needed to be. Staff was super friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The bedding was dirty upon arrival and our door wouldn't latch closed without a lot of force

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Aditya extended_group id
8
Pros:

Location is fantastic.

Cons:

Accessing the parking before checking in can be awkward.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Kristen family_with_children us
3
Ready to leave
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Not very friendly , and the smell in our room was almost unbearable

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
D
Darlene couple us
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Kerserker Friends getaway Henrico, Virginia
6
Great Location but super noisy
Pros:

You know you are in for a rough night when they put you on the 2nd floor and provide you with earplugs and a sound machine... That likely says more about the Strip in Louisville on Friday & Saturday - but what it really says is the Marriott needs to replace the windows. I love Marriott - but this was not my favorite Marriott experience. On teh good side - it does have a great location.

2026-06-14 via Tripadvisor
C
Christina family_with_children us
7
Pros:

The property was in an amazing location if your going to a concert

Cons:

One of the elevators were broken and you can’t use the stairs to go up and down to your rooms.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
E
Emma extended_group us
3
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
C
Claudia solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Staff was helpful and a convenient location.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Lambeaudawg Family Baldwin City, Kansas
4
Would Avoid
Pros:

Unfortunately, despite the excellent location close to Bourbon Row and downtown attractions, I would strongly suggest avoiding this hotel.

Parking was expensive at $27 per day, especially considering many comparable hotels in the area offer free parking. Check-in took nearly 20 minutes and was completed incorrectly, nearly resulting in one of our rooms being assigned to another guest.

Operational issues seemed to be everywhere throughout our stay. One of the hotel’s two elevators was out of service the entire time we were there. Because we were visiting for a graduation at the KFC Yum Center, the hotel was filled with graduates and families, yet many guests were forced to use emergency exit stairs that only opened directly outside. To make matters worse, the elevator in the multi-level parking garage—which had no stair access into the hotel—was out of service for most of one day as well.

The hotel has no formal restaurant, which is not unusual for a Courtyard property, but breakfast service was disappointing. There was no buffet option; instead, guests ordered from a very limited menu similar to a coffee shop. Seating was limited and the two employees working breakfast quickly became overwhelmed during the morning rush both days. The food itself was average at best.

Our room was dated. The outlets next to the bed were worn out and would not securely hold chargers or plugs. The bed itself was comfortable, but basic maintenance issues continued throughout the stay. The soap dispenser in our shower was empty upon arrival and remained empty despite requesting that it be refilled.

The worst part of the experience was the noise. Street noise outside continued throughout most of the night, with motorcycles and cars loudly racing up and down the street. The hotel even provided cheap foam earplugs next to the bed, which suggests this is a well-known issue.

After checkout, I discovered we had been overcharged by nearly $100 on one of our rooms. To the hotel’s credit, a front desk employee quickly found the mistake, issued a refund, and credited our parking charges for the inconvenience. That was the one truly positive experience during our stay.

While the location is convenient, there are simply too many better options available nearby.

2026-06-08 via Tripadvisor
D
Diane couple us
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple us
7
Pros:

Clean room. Friendly staff

Cons:

Garage elevator was down and then one inside elevator went down. Street noise was horrible.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Shawn couple us
8
Very clean and comfortable hotel with frendly staff.
Pros:

Great location to everything, very clean hotel, Tesla destination chargers in the garage.

Cons:

The road noise in the room at all hours of the day and night is almost like the windows are wide open.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Teresa couple us
8
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Barbara extended_group us
7
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
A
Anthony couple us
6
Nice enough, but staff could be a little more kind and accommodating.
Pros:

It was in a good location, easy to get in and out of.

Cons:

The staff, upon arriving and at check out.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee