The Myriad Hotel

For a unique lodging experience in bourbon country, look no further than The Myriad Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky’s vibrant Highland’s neighborhood. Open since September 2023, the hotel leans on midcentury-modern aesthetics and nicely repurposes what was once a disco ball production factory. 

This funky town produced around 90% of all the spinning mirror balls in the world during the genre’s 1970s heyday and beyond. In the lobby, a dazzling disco ball display scatters sparkling sequins of light over guests as they’re checking in, setting the stage for a unique stay. Another fun detail: Hitting the “party button” in the elevator instantly activates flashing lights and dance music to liven up quick rides between the two floors of the hotel. 

The hotel has 65 guestrooms and suites, and couples looking for a cozy and private stay can enjoy the Lanai Double Room, which features a private balcony, or the Bay Window King Room, which features a cozy window seat for enjoying a morning cup of coffee together. Many of the property’s rooms surround the sleek Palm Springs-reminiscent swim club outside, which is anchored by a pair of zeppelin-shaped dust vacuums the former factory used to filter glass particles out of the air during the mirror ball production process. The landmark’s bright orange color — the hotel’s signature shade — also factors into the accommodations, amenities and common spaces across the property, along with clever modern art installations, quirky prints and patterns, and other cheeky design touches. 

The wood-fired stove at the on-site Paseo restaurant cranks out sharable small plates and tempting smoke-infused entrees. Brunch brings smoky ham croquetas and a grilled lamb burger, while dinner features chorizo octopus and a variety of cocktails. At the hotel’s entrance, the Switchboard cafe pours coffee during the day and whiskey-based cocktails by night. 900 Baxter Ave., Louisville, Kentucky 40204, 502/632-7931, myriadhotel.com