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1022 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40203
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Rocking Horse Manor Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #1 of 17 Louisville B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 175 Reviews
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  • Common area(5)
  • Very friendly(4)
  • Stained glass windows(4)
  • Anniversary suite(3)
  • Irish Rose(3)
  • Churchill Downs(3)
  • Victorian style homes(3)
  • Great Place(3)
  • Very helpful(3)
  • Would highly recommend(3)
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Columbia, SC
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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“A Delightful Place To Stay While On The KY Bourbon Trail”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

This B&B is a gorgeous old home in downtown Louisville. When we arrived, it was beautifully decorated for Christmas. The innkeepers, John & Ricardo, were very welcoming and so helpful in finding things to see and do around town.

We were on vacation with friends and were able to get rooms next door to each other. We would never have known anyone else was there though. The house is very quiet - noise from other guests is not a problem.

The rooms are very nicely appointed, plenty of room and with private baths. The shower in Louise's Country Cottage room was a bit short for my 6'3" husband, but we were able to make it work.

There is a comfy sitting room on the third floor with a small fridge and microwave. They also have an assortment of beverages there for your enjoyment. It was a relaxing place to hang out after a day on the KY Bourbon Trail.

Down on the first floor is the library, with some photo albums of the restoration of the house - you should check them out!

Also on the first floor is the elegantly decorated dining room. There is a sideboard that has snacks and cookies out all the time for your enjoyment. The tables are beautifully set. And the food! Each morning our innkeepers gave us a choice for breakfast - always go with the souffle or quiche. They were wonderful. Refills on tea and coffee got us going in the morning.

The Rocking Horse Manor B&B was a wonderful place to stay. If we make it back to Louisville, we will definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Beautiful historic home!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

Stayed at the Rocking Horse Manor for New Year's. Friendly welcome by John who gave us a tour and all the info we could need to make a last minute plan for the night. Beautiful home, immaculate, comfy beds, lots of nice touches throughout. Loved the Christmas decorations. Breakast was absolutely delicious. No wonder this place is the number 1 B&B in Louisville. We will be back!

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Beautiful place!!! John is very knowledgable about Louisville history!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

This house is absolutely beautiful!!! John n Ricardo are very friendly n hospitable!!! We had a wonderful time!!! Would love to go back n stay longer!!

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Columbus, Ohio
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“Wonderful Getaway, Unmatched Hospitality”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011

My husband and I stayed at the Rocking Horse during a business convention in Louisville. While the house was wonderful for our needs, we wished we had more time to just savor our time there and explore the surrounding areas. The accommodations were very comfortable, our private suite was well-appointed and we also appreciated the sitting room outside our door. Breakfasts were very good and extremely filling! We certainly hope to return next year.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great Victorian Home full of history millionaires row!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

Our stay at the 1888 Historic Rocking Horse Inn was very enjoyable. The house was incredible and the owners were extremely knowledgeable about it and the city of Louisville. We stayed in Patricia’s Hideaway on the 3rd floor which allowed us, and most times exclusive, access to the beautiful sitting room just outside our door. John and Ricardo gave us more than enough information on things to do and places to eat. We were only minutes away from everything from Churchill Downs to St. James court. Old Louisville has an incredible number of old Victorian homes which was, by the way, the the big attraction for us to begin with (and of course having a GPS helped in findind things fast!).
We both agree that the 1888 Historic Rocking Horse Inn has been the best B&B we have stayed at to date. The breakfasts served us and our fellow guests were out of this world and John and Ricardo made us all feel like family. We plan on coming back in the spring! We can hardly wait! Thank you, and keep up the great work!

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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1022 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40203
Price range (per night):* INR4,201 - 7,561

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