The Galt House Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Louisville, is the Official Race Headquarters for the GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon/Marathon. The Galt House is Louisville’s only waterfront hotel and is located just four blocks from the race start and finish lines. The hotel, which has two parking garages, has a rooftop Club 360 Fitness Center with sweeping views of the Ohio River and waterfront. Numerous tourist attractions and a variety of dining options are walking distance from the hotel.

Enjoy the following perks when you stay at our Official Race Hotel:

Runners Kick-Off at the Veranda (located in the East Tower Lobby Bar) on Friday, April 25

• Live entertainment
• Bourbon tastings
• Food & drink offerings

Runners’ Discount at Pelo West

• Participants receive $20 off any service (with proof of registration) at the Galt House’s luxury salon and day spa

Runners Stay Late – Saturday, April 26

• Complimentary late check-out until 3 PM for the first 150 rooms booked.

Explore Louisville

Louisville, Kentucky, is a unique blend of old and new, a sophisticated city with Southern charm and unparalleled hospitality. From the beauty of the mighty Ohio River to the excitement of Thoroughbred racing at Churchill Downs, Metro Louisville offers attractions and recreation for visitors of every age. We hope you will enjoy some of the other Kentucky Derby Festival events or area offerings while you’re visiting America’s 16th largest city. For additional information, please contact Louisville Tourism at 1-800-626-5646.