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Bardstown Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Hotel in Bardstown with bars/lounges and seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Suite
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Explore the area

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418 E Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Park view

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Park view

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Park view

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Park view

About the area

Bardstown

Bardstown Motor Lodge places you steps from My Old Kentucky Home State Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Wickland. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Toogie's Table, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Bardstown Swim Club is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a picnic area and express check-in. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Bardstown hotel include Bardstown Civil War Museum and Fine Arts Bardstown Society.

What's nearby

  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wickland - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Bardstown Motor Lodge

Hotel in Bardstown with bars/lounges and seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bardstown Motor Lodge also features a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Bardstown hotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Bardstown Motor Lodge offers 35 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Bardstown hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bardstown Swim Club
  • Toogie's Table

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests are recommended to download the property's OpenKey mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 24 January 2026 to 25 January 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Up to 3 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bardstown Motor Lodge Hotel
Bardstown Motor Lodge Bardstown
Bardstown Motor Lodge Hotel Bardstown

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

Bardstown Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

As of 25 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bardstown Motor Lodge on 15 Feb 2026 start from AU$135.19, 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.

Is parking available at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

Yep, Bardstown Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge have a pool?

Bardstown Motor Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from May to September.

What makes Bardstown Motor Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and a bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bardstown Motor Lodge.

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

No, Bardstown Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Bardstown Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 170 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Some cleanliness issues (coffee cup lid on floor near inside door by desk, bathroom sliding door was very dingy/dusty on the inside of the bathroom). Otherwise fine. Bar was not fully stocked for cocktails on the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is unique as to the style of the rooms and the nostalgic look back at 1950s motor courts. My only knock on the property is that we must have removed about a dozen stink bugs from the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute motel! We loved sitting out at the fire pits at night. The staff was really wonderful though small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pros: Conveniently located. Kitschy vibe. Great little courtyard. Nice "lounge" area at the check/in with games, coffee maker, fireplace. Cons: The blind is only light-filtering, not room-darkening, which allowed so much light in from the outside "porch" (as well as the street light). It also had a broken piece that left a hole for even more light to enter. There were some kind of Dove Mens' Care product stickers affixed to the top of that window frame, which the cleaning person somehow failed to see and remove. We struggled with opening the main door from the inside. Perhaps that locking mechanism can be looked at (#4).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable lodge with the friendliest staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Travelled with group
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little hotel and very close to heaven hill and willet distillery
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amber, Cameron & the rest of staff were so kind & helpful. We had a minor hiccup & they took care of it. The heated salt pool & outdoor fire w/ s’mores was a great way to end a busy (bourbon) day. We’ll be back to the Bardstown Motor Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan s

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri and Dean

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious, beds and pillows very comfortable. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, setting up the fire pits and keeping them fed with wood, supplying ice and other necessities. The entire property was very clean, but furniture and rugs had some stains. The pull down shades did not block the exterior light, had to get creative to darken the room. We loved the courtyard, did not use the pool but it looked very nice. Given this was a “motor lodge”, my expectations were not that high. I was pleasantly surprised. Last thing - the restaurant was not open for breakfast or lunch - dinner was excellent - we were there 4 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Super friendly and helpful staff. Nice pool, comfortable room. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lots of stains in the room one big spot on the floor then every piece of furniture had some sort of stain on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Drumore

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Fifties feel but newly renovated. Great place to relax and enjoy the pool and fire pits. Happy to host our dog. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Springboro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting local distilleries. Downtown Bardstown was only a 10-15 minute walk so we didn’t have to worry about driving after visiting a couple bourbon bars in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An ok place to stay.

It wasn’t bad although the other two couples in our group ended up not being able to stay with us. That was disappointing. The rooms were fine. We were right by the pool and they were loud and partying back there til very late. Only other complaint was no vending machines so no pop or evening snacks. Otherwise it was clean and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Fun atmosphere & convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bardstown Retro Oasis

Very clean and quiet rooms. Updated rooms, retro style, really comfortable beds. The staff is also very nice and helpful. Great oasis with a nice pool that is walking distance to Bardstown. Mixed drinks and bar at the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025