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Welcome to the River City Loft!

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Private kitchen
A modern living room with a gray sofa, wooden dining table, and chairs. A kitchen with wooden cabinets and appliances is visible in the background.
Interior
A kitchen area with a coffee maker, two mugs on a red plate, a blue couch, and a dining table.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to KFC Yum Center
Sleeps 2•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the River City Loft!

Spacious 925 sq. ft. loft with balcony 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
Please no smoking. Please no pets. No events or parties
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 # 1047421vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Louisville

Located in Downtown Louisville, a neighbourhood in Louisville, this condo is near theme parks and on a river. KFC Yum Center and Louisville Slugger Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Kentucky Kingdom and Louisville Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Churchill Downs or L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium.
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Louisville, KY

What's nearby

  • Fourth Street Live! - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kentucky International Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Louisville Palace - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • KFC Yum Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whiskey Row - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Parlay Sports Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Library Bar At The Omni - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to the River City Loft! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to the River City Loft! on 18 August 2026 start from NZ$321, 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 at Welcome to the River City Loft!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to the River City Loft! located?

Located in Downtown Louisville, this condo building is steps away from Ohio River Valley and Fourth Street Live!. Kentucky International Convention Center and KFC Yum Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, good price for event at KFC yum center.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little place! We enjoyed our weekend stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the loft! Plan on coming back and staying longer. Great communication when we had a question. Also very easy to find!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, very clean, very comfortable apartment, with thoughtful touches like bottled water in the fridge. Convenient location, walkable to restaurants and about a mile to Angels Envy and Slugger Field. Easy covered parking nearby. Justin is an excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Great location! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT location - walkable to many places! The space was extremely clean and comfortable. Appreciated the host’s thorough communication and quick responses. 10 out of 10. Can’t wait to stay there on our next Louisville trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful loft space, had a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice loft and parking was easy. Host was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the River City Loft! Super cute property with historical touches of the building maintained very well. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at this location. Close to all of downtown activities. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The River City Loft was everything I was hoping for. Super clean and comfortable. Only time we used our car was to Churchill Downs and NuLu area. The rest we walked to. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect and the unit was very clean! Definitely recommend and will book again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, fantastic location. If I end up in Louisville again I would definitely stay here again. Justin was excellent at communicating with us. Nice quirky apt. We had a blast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richie G.

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

Great Stay!

Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lydia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect! Comfortable bed and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donovan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This may have been my best VRBO experience! The instructions were second to none and the location is fantastic! We are already planning to come back. Justin was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vince V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable place! We greatly appreciated all of the extra amenities to make our stay very enjoyable! Justin has ensure the place has everything possible guest may need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was great! Clean, unique decor and location very convenient for exploring downtown. Found some amazing fried chicken at Merle’s Whiskey Kitchen and a great comedy show at the Louisville Comedy Club. A great experience in Louisville!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrance M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great loft style accommodation near 4th Street Live and other downtown bars and restaurants. Very clean and well maintained unit with a record player, good selection of old vinyl and free parking! Host responded quickly and was very engaging. Ideal space for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space, very clean, cozy, great host, location great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renata H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay. The host was great and the loft had everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. The owner was very accommodating and kept in touch for the entirety of our stay. He was helpful with directions for entry and parking. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is phenomenal to communicate with. The loft was so beautiful and was in a great location! Will definitely be booking again in the future :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patti V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This loft is well appointed and very comfortable. Justin was very helpful and made us feel welcome. The loft has a full kitchen, even providing coffee, sugar and creamer! The bed is comfy and the bathroom has everything needed for the shower. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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 love opening my home to travelers across the globe. This is the PERFECT place to stay when visiting Bourbon Country!

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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