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The Trail Hotel

4.0 star property

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, lobby lounge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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1875 New Haven Rd, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, Blue Grass Entertainment Complex
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluegrass Speedway
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (King Poolside Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Pool View (Queen Queen Poolside)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (King Patio Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (Queen Queen Patio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed (King Pool View Room)

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed (King Pool View Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Queen Queen Pool View)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio (King Patio Room Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite) | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bardstown

At The Trail Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Bluegrass Speedway and Blue Grass Entertainment Complex. Highlights at this hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Oak & Ember, is open for dinner. Embers is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the sauna and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Bardstown hotel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Bardstown Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Blue Grass Entertainment Complex - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bluegrass Speedway - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 9.6 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 6 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bardstown Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Willett Distillery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Patron Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scout & Scholar Brewing - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Trail Hotel

The Trail Hotel offers its guests a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Trail Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bardstown hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Trail Hotel offers 95 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Embers
  • Oak & Ember
  • The Bourbon Lounge
  • The Bourbon Vault

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.54 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 30 September.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Trail Hotel?

Yep, The Trail Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Trail Hotel?

As of 12 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Trail Hotel on 28 June 2026 start from AU$220, 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.

Does The Trail Hotel have a pool?

The Trail Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May 01 to September 30.

What makes The Trail Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Trail Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Trail Hotel?

No, The Trail Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Trail Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Trail Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Trail Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Trail Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Trail Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 45 kg per pet.

The Trail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 218 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Small property and all amenities are not inclusive, which can be misleading, but overall great a great spot. Great spot for a buisness trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice hotel! The room was very clean and nice, along with the restaurant! The golf simulator and bourbon room was a nice amenity also. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful, the staff friendly. Top notch experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful renovated hotel, food is amazing especially the corn bread 🙀 speech less
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere, the food, the room, the location. What a gorgeous hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and overall experience was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great and staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Very clean room, very helpful staff and a fabulous dinner at Oak and Ember onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were more than welcoming. Great room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for a get away. Food was good, service was excellent. Front desk was exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, comfy beds, great pool and large nice hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Overall placement are expectations. Food drinks were great, rooms were nice but dark as we had overcast days and not a lot of natural light.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and the room was beautiful and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We had breakfast at the restaurant and it was amazing. Just a beautiful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet area, beautiful hotel. Had a great time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic hotel. They knocked it out of the park with this one. Already planning a trip back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was absolutely incredible, the room was beautiful and the ambience spectacular. Adored the food and beverages. The bed, the shower, the everything was just wonderful beyond words. I will make The Trail my go to travel destination for the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Trail Hotel is an absolute gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and new facility. Clean and comfortable we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Amenities
Great combo of location for Bourbon Tours, amenities and food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Friendly staff, nice decor, and good location. They do charge extra to use all of the amenities the hotel offers which is annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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