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Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with golf course and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Dining
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Fishing

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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20781 Pennyrile Lodge Road, Dawson Springs, KY, 42408
  • Place, Lake Barkley
  • Place, Lake Barkley State Resort Park
  • Place, Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (2 Double Beds)

Room (2 Double Beds)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Dawson Springs

A family-friendly stay in Dawson Springs awaits you at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. You'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and 22.4 km (13.9 mi) from Dive Cerulean. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to mini golf. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Dawson Springs hotel, you'll be 38.4 km (23.9 mi) from Bravard Vineyards & Winery and 39.3 km (24.4 mi) from Tie Breaker Family Aquatic Center.

What's nearby

  • Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Dive Cerulean - 28 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Casey Jones Distillery - 34 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Trail of Tears Commemorative Park and Heritage Center - 41 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Venture River Family Water Park - 53 min drive - 65.5 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 105 min drive

About this property

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park

Family-friendly hotel with golf course and free breakfast
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Dawson Springs hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1954
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Dawson Springs hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clifty Creek Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1954
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 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 smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 23 May and close on 01 September.
  • Up to 2 children aged 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park?

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park?

Yep, Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park has a free self car park.

Does Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park have a pool?

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from May 23 to September 01.

Is Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park is a hit with families.

Does Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park?

No, Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park?

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

Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 235 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Dorthea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I got there and I didn't have a a room reserved for me. Lucky their was a room available and they matched the rate I got online. Why y'all charged me near 12.00 for what?I would like that back never seen anything on a charge from Expedia when I went online to book. And y'all failed to book me a room so I feel I should get that back. Overall stay was nice . Breakfast sucked no frig. Or microwave but overall was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful and perfect for relaxing, a place to have a good time with the family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lodge restaurant not the best. No fridge/microwave in room. No real dining options here. Bring a big cooler for any drinks or food you need to keep cold. Pool was nice, beach was good after it opened. Staff super nice. A little dated but comfortable and peaceful. Definitely will revisit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is located overlooking the lake. It has beautiful sites. The pool was very clean. The breakfast is Continental for those wondering, they had waffles (the ones you make on the spot), a good selection of fruits, danishes, oatmeal, and coffee. The room was very clean and mine had a balcony as well. The only complaint I have is, overnight the fire alarm kept going off. I hope the manager can fix this situation, because it kept going off randomly for all the rooms in the lodge.
View of the lake.
Garden behind the lodge.
Another view of the lake from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was pretty awful, won't be back, spiders, roaches.. and horrible customer service ... The pool the pool was overrun by folks who admitted that they lived down the road with their kids everything I don't have a problem with children but I mean come on I paid to have this experience and it was absolutely awful got a baked potato at the restaurant had to send it back cuz it wasn't cooked it came back it still wasn't cooked but I didn't send it back again I don't want anybody spitting in my food and then this morning went for breakfast and your people that are cleaning or whatever they're like I mean screaming it wasn't like you know they were talking amongst themselves I mean I'm kind of like man I'm trying to have like this quiet breakfast and they're screaming so I went up and I I said to the desk woman you know like hey hey you know like tone it down a bit and when I checked out she was very rude she just threw my stuff to me I definitely won't be back and I will not recommend you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From our balcony we watched the fireflies in the evening The view of the lake was so tranquil We saw fish jumping , birds. We hiked a short trail trails and walked the garden paths and grounds, all well kept An older property with a cozy feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness
The views of the lake and natural surrounds were amazingly beautiful. I spend a lot of time sitting on my balcony enjoying the view of the lake which is what really earned the 5 star review. The room did need some more updates although I really appreciated the laminate floors versus carpets. The food at the lodge resteraunt was edible but could not be considered good which was a disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Spero

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need more funding to make the area more beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley, Delray Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wonderful in the lodge nice view of the lake. The carfish and fried chicken in the restaurant wad great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Liberty Township

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aleta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my time at Pennyrile. I only have three complaints. The rooms should have fridges and microwaves, the dining options were limited due to no chicken (I do not eat beef or pork). But the waitress was very apologetic about not having chicken. And I understood. Overall, I had a great time and will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Quiet but overall nothing. The rooms have no microwaves or refrigerators in them and they have no pop machines or no way to get snacks or anything they have no vending machines they lock the doors after 11:00 so you can't get in the lodge where they say you can use a microwave so you can't get in there to do that so basically all you have is two beds a TV and a bathroom and they will not move you when there is complaints and concerns with your neighbors I'm calling and complaining 5-10 minutes after you get here because they put you in an adjoining room with them and so they will not move you and they don't take taking that as a curiosity so basically nothing and it took me 25 minutes to check in after I was already booked online and I would not recommend staying here for $100 a night when it should be a $60 or $40 motel with no way you got to drive at least by about 10 miles out to go to the nearest store to get anything like drinks anything you better bring your own cooler to keep your stuff cold if you bring stuff but like I said there is no way to oh and as far as if you have dirty clothes you have to go down to the campground because they don't have laundry rooms here at the lodge so no no I would not recommend nobody saying I had a horrible experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
I am having an event tomorrow at the lodge. Everyone is super helpful. They have provided everything I need for a successful program. I am excited to be here. Pennyrile State Park is a lovely spot in Kentucky.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Fabulous stay in town for a wedding!

The facilities and the location were fabulous. While most amenities weren't open because it's still the off season, we were in town for a wedding and couldn't have picked a better place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tisha

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely state park but not winter friendly. I chose this lodge for the warmth of the lovely pics of lobby fireplace and lake view. I think there were only 3 other rooms rented on a Friday night. When I asked about fireplace not burning, employee at check in told me their wood was too wet. But the next morning a different employee had started a fire. The room was basic but very clean and had nice towels. There is a balcony looking over the lake. Rooms require outside walk to lodge. Many nice property amenities for warmer weather. Many things were “out of order.” No coffee out our whole stay. I understand there were few guests to serve but I still paid for my room with expectations. Very limited continental breakfast. We ate in dining room Friday evening and food was very tasty. Service was very friendly at dinner. Again very few guests. (6)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025