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Welcome to Derby City Loft!

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.
A bed with white pillows, a dark blue quilt, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa and a matching armchair, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a brick wall.
A dining area with a round wooden table, black chairs, and a patterned rug.
A stacked washer and dryer unit in a laundry room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to KFC Yum Center
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Louisville, KY
  • Place, Fourth Street Live!
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Louisville Palace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky International Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Derby City Loft!

Spacious 900 sq. ft. loft located in the heart of downtown Louisville. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, bars and one block from 4th Street Live!, the premier downtown entertainment facility. You'll be 4 blocks from the KFC YUM! Center as well as the Great Lawn overlooking the Ohio River, 2 blocks from the Kentucky International Convention Center, and less than 10 minutes from Churchill Downs! Free parking in a secured parking garage (entrance height is 6'1")!
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties, No events, Not suitable for wedding parties, bridal or groom gatherings, bachelor or bachelorette parties, No smoking of any kind
I do love to party but this is a boutique loft with 17 condo owners, most of which are the quiet type.
The neighbors are family and do look out for each other. There is a building noise ordinance of 10 P.M. on weekdays and 11 P.M. on weekends.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1012-734356
Property # 998467
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Louisville

Located in Downtown Louisville, a neighborhood in Louisville, this condo is near theme parks and near a water park. Whiskey Row is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Louisville Slugger Museum and Kentucky Kingdom. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at KFC Yum Center or Churchill Downs. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Fourth Street Live! - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Louisville Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Whiskey Row - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Parlay Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Library Bar At The Omni - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Third Street Dive - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Derby City Loft! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to Derby City Loft!?

As of Oct 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to Derby City Loft! on Oct 27, 2026 start from $160, including 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Derby City Loft!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Derby City Loft!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Derby City Loft! located?

Located in Downtown Louisville, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Ohio River Valley, Kentucky International Convention Center, and KFC Yum Center. Whiskey Row and Louisville Slugger Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay. I wil stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Listing is accurate. Perfect area to stay with numerous restaurants close by to eat and if you like the outdoors, relatively close to a walking trail along the Ohio river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and good location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I booked the loft for our quick anniversary trip down to visit whiskey row and meet up with cross country friends for a birthday bash during the same weekend. As soon as we got there, I felt right at home and relaxed. It's a great cozy loft that was very clean, and organized and one heck of a vinyl collection. Parking was just behind the loft and was in a parking garage instead of street parking, which was nice. Justin was a great host with detailed instructions for check in, casual on checkout/rules (nice to not have a list to check off for trash, linens, towels, recycle, etc.), and quick to respond when needed. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was fantastic! Justin is a fabulous host! It was almost like he was a friend letting you use his place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying here. We have had a great trip both times. The location is great. Easy access to everything and the parking is close and easy. The space is perfect for a couple. Clean and the bed is comfortable, fast WiFi and the host is very responsive and friendly. This is our go to spot when we are in Louisville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Both the property and Justin were five stars! The loft was upscale and clean, with modern decor mixed with a sense of cozy and old school. Justin was unbelievably quick to respond to any questions I had - VRBO is lucky to have him. Churchill Downs is a quick 10 or 15 minute drive and although we didn't win any money at the races we hit the jackpot with this loft! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very much enjoyed this clean, well-appointed, comfortable space and the location was a bonus. Great communication by the host. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great location, and the place was beautiful and clean. Would highly recommend for anyone who needs a place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best VRBO stay we have ever had. The location is close to downtown Louisville and just steps to Fourth Street Live.The apartment is very unique in its furniture and amenities. Large bathroom, washer and dryer just as cozy as can be. The record player and hundreds of albums was a real treat. Side of the refrigerator has numerous notes from previous gustes all giving this stay a 10 out of 10. We will definitely stay here again and tell anyone we know traveling to Louisville to see if this location is available. Having parking provided was a real bonus we were not aware of. Great stay, we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend getaway

This is the perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relocation

This location is perfect! The condo was spacious and perfect for our needs. Great information for things to do. We really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway!

Great communication with host! Property was just what we were hoping for! Thank you for sharing your space with us...we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Experience

Place was great! My wife and came to town for our 5th wedding anniversary and this place worked perfect for us. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was really cute.. Had an enjoyable experience.. It was convenient and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!!

I lived the loft, it was clean and everything I expected from the booking. I will be looking for this place when we return!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

Loved how the accommodations! Justin had a book there that was very detailed on things to do and places to see! He had a great list of eating places, we would rebook for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great!!

Loved the space!! We came for a concert and loved how close it was to the KFC Yum Center.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cozy!

We really enjoyed our stay. The overall feel/theme of the loft was very inviting and cozy, and the location was perfect for a night out on 4th street. We loved looking through and playing the records. That was our favorite! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive to messages. Properly was as described! In an excellent location. I was going to a concert at the Louisville Palace and it was right down the block, so I could walk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Urban getaway

Nice modern loft in Louisville. Had a great time. Really enjoyed the original hard wood floors.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Very cozy and comfortable loft ! Perfect Location for everything downtown Louisville has to offer !! Short walking distance to everything... Communication with owner was great....Loved the stay. .i cant wait for next Louisville event!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good for a convention

We cooked our meals in the apartment and saved a lot of money.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Justin Shaw

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Welcome! I'm a professional musician and music instructor born and raised here in Louisville. I love traveling, music and a good cocktail. Please don't be afraid to ask for any suggestions on dining, watering holes or night life. Cheers!

Why they chose this property

I purchased this loft in 2008, just as Louisville was starting to revitalize its downtown area. The very first day I walked into the building to check out what was going on, I also met Alice Cooper (yes THE Alice Cooper) a block away who was trying to revive a bat.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located, you are just minutes from almost every major attraction in Louisville. The free parking isn't a bad deal either.

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