See more Louisville, Kentucky

Aleksander House Bed & Breakfast
Photos Map Visit B&B Site

  • The Aleksander House is a charming, in-town, European-style bed and breakfast located in historic "Old Louisville" Kentucky. Built in 1882, it is completely renovated and retains many of the original details

    Read more... Read more...
  • No Video

    Aleksander House Bed & Breakfast Video:

  • Calendar
Description Rooms & Rates Packages Meals Location Reviews 20

  • Inn Details

    Aleksander House is a gracious in-town 1882 Victorian Italianate home centrally located in historic "Old Louisville" near shops, restaurants, museums and many attractions. Completely restored, it is listed on the National Registry of Historical Landmarks. Inside are 14 foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, light fixtures, stained glass and fireplaces. The walls of the spacious dining room are lined with French Toile paper and prints of 19th century French impressionists. Sumptuous breakfasts are served along with specially blended coffees, an assortment of fine teas, homemade granolas, muffins and jams. Two sweeping staircase lead to the second and third floor guest rooms each uniquely decorated in eclectic or period furnishings with fine linen and comforters.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Nancy retired in 1995 after teaching highschool music, art & English in Chicago for 24 years and Secondary Highschool Teaching Methods and Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Illinois for 6 years. Upon retiring, she bought a home in Louisville and moved there permanently. Eight months later, after converting the house into a bed and breakfast, she began a new career as an innkeeper.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Gourmet breakfasts

    • Historic features

    • Hospitality

    • Intimate, warm atmosphere

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Library

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Radio

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • gardens

    • outside deck

    Visit B&B Site

  • No results at this time

    Visit B&B Site

  • Hot Deal: Valentine's Sweetheart Week-end/Jan 15-Feb 29

    • 2/15/2012 - 2/22/2012
    • Regular rate:$298
    • Savings:24%
    • Discount rate:$225

    Special discounted Sweetheart Packages available through the months of February and March. Includes 2 nights accommodations in romantic, Victorian room, Sweetheart roses, chocolates and Champagne, wine or non-alcoholic beverage, and gourmet breakfast.

    Kimberley's Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $185/$185

    The Kimberly Suite is a two-room suite, fully carpeted and spacious with a Queen bed, double bed & sleep sofa. Two large wing-backed chairs surround the fireplace creating a comfortable sitting area for conversation & watching movies. Amenities include a TV/VCR/DVD player, CABLE, wireless, overhead fan, iron, ironing board, telephone, terry cloth robes, refrigerator and hair-dryer. A coffee-maker is available upon request. The room is large enough to sleep four-six persons with a roll-away and includes the adjoining room (Penina's Room). Extra persons over four are charged $20 per night each.

    Katharine's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$119

    Katharine's Room is tastefully decorated in Victorian furnishings with antiques, down comforters and oriental rugs. The room contains a Queen 4-poster antique bed and many amenities, such as telephone, TV/VCR/DVD player, CABLE, wireless, overhead fan, alarm clock, terry cloth robes, and private bath, hair-dryers iron and ironing board. A coffee-maker and refrigerator are available.

    Roxanne's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$119

    Room has a King Bed with a private bathroom.

    Alek's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $109/$109

    The walls, in Alek's Room, were painted in Ivory Linen and the trim around all of the doors and the windows was painted a beautiful, shiny greenish blue. We then added a border of flowers, matching the valances and dust ruffle, around the top of the walls. Next a new Matlasse coverlet in a matching shade of pink was added. The pictures were changed, more were added and a lovely mirror was placed over the fireplace. It has a charming country feel now.

    Penina's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $115/$115

    This room is spacious and comfortable, with overhead fan, individual AC and windows that open for fresh air. It also includes amenities such as: TV/VCR/DVD player, CABLE and wireless; as well as refrigerator, telephone, terry cloth robes and more. Business travelers will welcome the writing desk and internet access. The spaciousness of the room, small library, sofa and chair with ottoman all add to its relaxing and comfortable feeling. It is perfect for a few days stay and can accommodate more than two persons, with a roll-away added.

    Visit B&B Site

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3-8 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: For Derby,Ryder Cup,major tradeshows, St. James art show, PGA and Breeders Cup

    • Deposit amount required: Your credit card will hold your reservation. A deposit may be required for some special events. *PLEASE NOTE: Special rates will be in place for major events, such as Ryder Cup and Derby.

    • Cancellations: In the event of cancellation, please notify us within 72 hours (longer for major events) to avoid charges of one night's stay or 50% if staying two or more nights.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Yes

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring your own, available for fee

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Any age, but must be well-behaved

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Corporate
      Percent off: 10%

    • Length of stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 3

  • Breakfast

    • Type: full gourmet

    • Time Served: 7:30 am - 10:00 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Gran Marnier French Toast
    Thick slices of French bread are soaked in a delicious custard of eggs, orange zest and Gran Marnier, refrigerated over night, then baked to perfection in buttery pans and served with Orange Butter, Maple Syrup and Kentucky Country Ham. Yum!!

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Special

    Additional food services

    • Snacks

    Recipes

    Beverage

    Cranberry-Orange Frappe
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 10 min.

    Bread

    Alek's Banana Bread
    Serves: 20
    Prep time: 20 min

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Dutch Apple Pancake
    Serves: 2
    Prep time: 20 min

    Tomato-Onion Quiche
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 30 min

    Visit B&B Site

  • Location Type

    • Churchill Downs/horse-racing

    • Major expressway

    • Ohio River/river cruises/gambling

    • Airport

    • City

    • Downtown

    City

    • Lexington

    • Distance to city: 100 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Downtown Louisville: Take I-65 South exit St. Catherine (west) turn left on First Street. From the Airport: Take I-65 North exit St. Catherine (west) turn left on First Street.

    Airport

    • Louisville, KY (SDF-Standiford Field) 3 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-65 north. Exit St. Catherine's. Turn left onto First St. Go 1 block and 4 houses on the left: 1213 South First St.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Slugger Museum

    • The Kentucky Center for the Arts

    • The Ohio River cruises

    • Churchill Downs

    • Jim Beam and Maker's Mark Distillerys

    • Old Louisville -Victorian Homes

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Bluegrass, Blues, Jazz Fest

    • Louisville Orchestra

    • Kentucky Derby

    • St. James Art Fair

    • Ballet and Opera Company

    • The Shakespeare Festival

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

    Visit B&B Site
    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    Write a review

    Anniversary

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    We had a lovely time for our Anniversary "one night away" stay. Nancy is a gracious and helpful hostess. The breakfast was good and the room appointed in a loving and historically acurate manner. There was on street parking right in front and we could walk around and also head up to Downtown L'ville for activities.

    a lovely house in an evolving neighborhood

    About the reviewer

    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    The neighborhood is in transition but felt safe enough. The house itself is lovely, with soaring ceilings, real antiques and lots of architectural detail. The owner is a bundle of energy that belies her age. We felt very welcomed. We learned there is a fenced back yard and that she does allow dogs, as well, though I think there is an additional fee. Certainly more interesting than a chain hotel, but be prepared for lots of "for sale" signs (including one for the inn itself, though the hospitality hasn't slipped a bit.)

    Aleksander House Review, Louisville Kentucky

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    Nancy Hinchcliff, the Innkeeper was excellent and wonderful. The B & B was so beautiful. I enjoyed everything about my stay and in particular, how clean everything was. I am going to ask if I can stay again. I would recommend it to anyone.

    Aleksander House Bed and Breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    The room was restful, beautifully designed, extremely well-equipped with robes, reading materials and sundries, and extremely clean and comfortable. The service was thoughtful, and the stay certainly one which encouraged returning.

    Aleksander House

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

    • Overall 
    • Guest room 
    • Services 
    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
    • Dining 

    Nancy was the greatest hostess! She has wonderful experiences to share and she loved my dog, Maddox! I will stay there every time I visit Louisville.

    Visit B&B Site

 Nearby Cities

 Nearby States

Hot Deal: Valentine's Sweetheart Week-end/Jan 15-Feb 29

View the Hot Deal

Tell the innkeeper that sent you.