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700 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40202-2634
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#8 of 120 hotels in Louisville
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4.7
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4.3
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The first museum hotel Nestled in downtown Louisville on historic West Main Street, along Museum Row, 21c Museum Hotel is a multi-venue contemporary art museum, an award-winning 91-room boutique hotel, and home to acclaimed Proof on Main restaurant, led by executive chef Jonathan Searle. Voted #1 Hotel in the South and #6 in the USA by Conde Nast Traveler 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Stay with us and the iconic Red Penguin. The world has changed over the last several months and here at 21c, we have made some changes too. One thing remains constant. Our top priority is the safety and wellness of our teammates and guests. Our website has everything you need to know to return to travel with 21c. We can't wait to welcome you back to Proof on Main and 21c Louisville!
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Electric vehicle charging station
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Bar / lounge
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Highchairs available
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Porthos7 wrote a review Mar 2023
West Chester, Ohio6224 contributions301 helpful votes
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This review is for the art work only. I did NOT stay or dine here. Walked in and was kindly greeted by the front desk staff that encouraged me to peruse the art work over a few floors. It was excellent, and I highly encourage you to stop in to see it! Handicap accessible, and you'll need about 1 hour. Enjoy
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 2 days ago
Hi Traveler, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great visit to the museum! Stop by and see us again soon. Best,
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Alex G wrote a review Mar 2023
Northbrook, Illinois388 contributions251 helpful votes
Yet another good stay in 21C Museum Hotel.. Really good 1 night stay on business. Not surprising, considering my other 21C stays (Nashville, Chicago, KS, Raleigh). Well located, thought provoking art installations were expected, a given, as I would say. Service was cheerful and friendly. Nice and cool restaurant and bar Proof on Main with very decent breakfast, good meal in the bar, and trendy cocktails and wines. Heavy on Bourbon, as expected. Rooms were clean and spacious with plenty of amenities. Appreciated Accor Platinum upgrade too. All in all quite a good stay, perhaps without a wow factor, but no complaints!
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Robin R wrote a review Mar 2023
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Stayed Fri and Sat nights in an atrium room. Fri night was fine. Saturday night they had an event with a live band on the main floor playing until 11pm. Extremely loud music crashing up the 4-story atrium and into our room. Making sleep impossible. This hotel cares not for its guests. Stay elsewhere. Update: Since writing the post above, things got worse, but then better. After the band stopped at 11pm, the guests at the event had a loud afterparty until 1am in two rooms on our floor (and in the hallway moving between them). However, in the morning, the hotel management did everything they could to make amends for the situation. They comped our room, gave us a free future night’s stay, and said the situation would be addressed internally. Hopefully, future guests will not have to go through the same thing again.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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david k wrote a review Mar 2023
London, United Kingdom30 contributions13 helpful votes
If you are looking for a quirky boutique hotel with friendly staff, this is the one. 21c is also an art gallery with fun and excellent art. The hotel has big rooms and large spaces to wander around admiring the paintings
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Date of stay: March 2023
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JacD wrote a review Feb 2023
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Sometimes a little stay at a hotel fills your cup after a season of loss. My daughter and I spent her next-to-last night of Winter Break here to celebrate my birthday and a new season of life. It was perfect. Great room. Great service. Incredible art. Favorite food from an absolute favorite restaurant. I’m so full of gratitude! My daughter and her lovey bunny agree.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to be included in the process of refill the cup! Thank you again and we look forward to weloming you and your daughter, and bunny back soon. Best,
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357stacies wrote a review Feb 2023
4 contributions2 helpful votes
Our stay was delightful. There is an interesting art museum on the lobby level and below. A key card is used to access other floors in the hotel so we felt quite safe. The rooms are spacious, clean and nicely decorated. Everything was in good functioning order. The black lights in the bathroom were a fun touch!
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded Feb 15, 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Please stop by and see us again soon. 21c Team,
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Kleime wrote a review Feb 2023
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States498 contributions110 helpful votes
We didn't stay at the hotel, we just visited their free museum. Out front is a gold 30 ft tall David inspred by Michelangelo. Inside we were free to wander through the multi level museum and enjoy the contemporary artwork at our own pace. The exhibits rotate and there were some very interesting and fun pieces for our visit. if you are on Museum Row while visiting in Louisville I would recommend visiting 21c Museum Hotel. Maybe next visit we will stay at the hotel.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Feb 15, 2023
Hi Kleime, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We look forward to welcoming you back soon and would love to have you stay overnight. 21c Team,
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siml022 wrote a review Nov 2022
St. Catharines, Canada31 contributions24 helpful votes
We have stayed at several 21c hotels but this one was memorable. The level of service from the whole team was amazing. Most especially Emily at the front desk. The room was spectacular. Such a treat to visit the original 21c, I believe.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Nov 16, 2022
Hi Traveler, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! You are absolutely right and we were the first! I will be sure to give your shoutout to Emily. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. 21c Team
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NawlinsNewYawk wrote a review Oct 2022
New York City, New York46 contributions70 helpful votes
This is the only place I stay in Louisville! Extremely comfortable rooms with great bath products, nespresso machine, room service and thoughtful layouts. Note that while the rooms do have a small table there is not a work desk. The restaurant and bar are fun and have hundreds of bourbons to try. There is original artwork throughout the hotel and the museum/ gallery section of the hotel always has a provocative show. Convenient location downtown. I would love to see the hotel use less single use plastic. Always a great stay!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Nov 2, 2022
Hi Traveler, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are glad to see that you had such a great stay! We are working on eliminating single use plastics each and every day and next on the list are the plastic water bottles in the guest rooms which will be replaced with aluminum/refillable bottles. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. 21c Team
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Jana D wrote a review Sep 2022
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Fantastic visit! The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The art was very interesting. The location was good. The room was very nice. The bar was cool. The restaurant was spectacular. Excellent menu. Great wine list.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded Oct 3, 2022
Hi Traveler, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you loved your stay! Stop by and see us again soon. Best,
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Frequently Asked Questions about 21c Museum Hotel Louisville
Which popular attractions are close to 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Nearby attractions include Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory (0.1 miles), Muhammad Ali Center (0.1 miles), and 21c Museum Hotel (0.01 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Yes, paid private parking on-site, paid private parking nearby, and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Conveniently located restaurants include Jockey Silks Bourbon Bar, Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, Louisville, and Mussel & Burger Bar Downtown.
Are there opportunities to exercise at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center, a sauna, and locker rooms available in the fitness center during their stay.
Is 21c Museum Hotel Louisville located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.7 miles away from the center of Louisville.
Are any cleaning services offered at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at 21c Museum Hotel Louisville?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does 21c Museum Hotel Louisville offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.