Louisville Bourbon Inn named Tripadvisor’s No. 1 B&B and Inn in the U.S.
Historic Old Louisville property also ranks No. 3 in the world in Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 14, 2026)— Louisville Bourbon Inn has been named the No. 1 Bed & Breakfast and Inn in the United States in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards, marking the second consecutive year the property has earned the top national honor. The inn also climbed to No. 3 in the world among B&Bs and inns, according to Tripadvisor travelers.
Located in the heart of Louisville’s historic Old Louisville neighborhood, the restored Victorian mansion has become known for combining personalized service, bourbon-inspired experiences and elegant accommodations. Guests can enjoy gourmet breakfasts, curated bourbon experiences and strolls around Bourbon City’s historic Old Louisville neighborhood. Old Louisville is known for having the largest collection of restored Victorian homes in the country and is one of the largest historic preservation districts in the United States.
The annual Best of the Best awards represent Tripadvisor’s highest recognition and are determined by traveler reviews and ratings submitted over a 12-month period. The distinction places Louisville Bourbon Inn among the most celebrated lodging experiences anywhere in the world.
The honor adds to a growing list of national accolades for Louisville’s hospitality industry. In recent weeks, Hotel Distil was named Marriott’s Hotel of the Year for the United States and Canada, 21c Museum Hotel Louisville earned Condé Nast Traveler’s inaugural Triple Crown Award, and Hotel Bourré Bonne was ranked among the top city hotels in the Continental United States by Travel + Leisure.
The recognition underscores Louisville’s growing reputation for distinctive lodging experiences, from boutique inns and historic properties to luxury hotels and bourbon-inspired stays.
While planning a trip to Louisville, guests can download a copy of Louisville Tourism’s annual Visitor Guide to see the city's top attractions and bourbon distilleries. Visitors also can get additional city attraction, lodging and dining assistance at gotolouisville.com.