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4.0 of 5
500 Fourth Avenue, Louisville, KY 40202-2518
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Ranked #25 of 95 hotels in Louisville
4.0 of 5 stars 211 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very nice(6)
  • Historic hotel(4)
  • Rooms are small(3)
  • Valet parking(3)
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Southest Michigan
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Good Louisville choice if you're chasing HH Points”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

The Seelbach is a cool old hotel in the heart of downtown Louisville, very near the party district. The rooms a clean, but let's face it, it's an old hotel and you can only do so much. It reminds me of a smaller version of the Chicago Hilton. The rooms are a bit noisy. The Starbucks in the lobby is nice and the hotel staff is great. If you're into staying in historic, old hotels, or you're chasing Hilton points, then stay here. Otherwise, stay at the 21C Hotel. I will certainly return.

Room Tip: I had a very early flight and the valet guy was either sleeping, or not around. So, call the front d...
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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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jonmcfarland, General Manager at Seelbach Hilton, responded to this review
5 February 2012
Thank you for the great comments about our staff. We take great pride in exceeding guest expectations. We are also proud of our Hilton benefits to include our Hhonors program, which is the best in the business. A tip to all travelers would be to make sure we get your number, or sign up if you have not had the chance yet. You quickly can benefit from being a member. We always suggest stopping by the 21C, as it is quite unique, but come back home to the Seelbach for the night.

At your service,

Jon McFarland
General Manager

P.S.
Your tip to call ahead about valet parking is a great one, while I hope the delay in your case was he was away doing another task and not sleeping. We are thrilled that our beds create a great night sleep for our guests, but not a benefit and a place to find our team.
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“Great hotel near the downtown scene.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

While a mistake was initially made at check in the staff took the initiative to make it right. In the end, I probably over reacted but I don't like being embarrassed. But with that said, they made it right so water under the bridge. After that, great service, great hotel, and an excellent location. Will definitely stay there again. In fact this was my third stay to date.

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Very nice hotel in great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

We have stayed at the Seelbach Hilton the last two years for the Breeders Cup races in early november. Friendly staff, nice rooms, good location

Location: directly downtown across the street from the 4th Avenue Live area which is the nightlife center of Louisville. Convenient to everything and there was a bus pickup for the Breeders cup right behind the hotel

Rooms:
Spacious and pretty nicely appointed. Bathrooms not huge but nice enough

Other: An exceptional sunday brunch spread. The bar in the lobby is a neat throwback. This hotel in general oozes historical charm and they've done a nice job of updating it while maintaining that feel.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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jonmcfarland, General Manager at Seelbach Hilton, responded to this review
24 January 2012
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about the Seelbach. We certainly enjoy having guests from all over the world at the Breeder's Cup and take great pride in serving you. I suggest now coming for the Kentucky Derby, where the party is as important as the horse race. The Seelbach is the perfect location, in the heart of the city and just minutes from the Churchill Downs.

The Oakroom Brunch is one way our chef's showcase their culinary talents to create great food that you never realized you needed to have. Glad you enjoyed it as much as I do.

Come before the next Breeder's Cup, but I hope to see you then too,

Jon McFarland
General Manager
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“A pleasant place to stay-and eat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

This hotel was clean and had a pleasant staff. The rooms were very comfortable. There is a great Rookwood Pottery collection in the basement consisting of a large amount of Rookwood wall tiles not containers as you would think. Being from Cincinnati we found this display very interesting and unusual. One of a kind I"m sure. A room selection tip: This is an older property that is well maintained-however in moderizing some rooms the shower door opening is only about 14 inches wide-probably a necessary evil because of space but if you are well endowed like my wife or potbellied like me you are going to have to turn sideways and pick up some parts to enter. If excessive, you may want to request a room without that narrow shower door before you go.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 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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jonmcfarland, General Manager at Seelbach Hilton, responded to this review
24 January 2012
Thank you for taking the time to share insights about the Seelbach.

The Rathskeller is one of a kind in the United States. We have had visitors from Germany tell us that it looks familiar, though. The German immigrants Louis and Otto Seelbach may have copied their favorite watering hole in Munich, as several guests see strong resemblances to one there. And you are correct that it is made from Rookwood Pottery, which was produced in Cincinnati.

The uniqueness of our property is what creates a lot of loyalty from travelers to Louisville. There are many room types, so please allow our service experts to ensure you get the perfect room for your needs. Thanks for sharing this tip.

Jon McFarland
General Manager
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Beautiful Seelbach”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
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Facility is fantastic. Great work out area. Staff is very helpful. right in the heart of louisville

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 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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Address: 500 Fourth Avenue, Louisville, KY 40202-2518
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