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Jailer's Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Bardstown with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Front of property
Property grounds
Garden Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Explore the area

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111 W Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Room

Garden Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Jail Cell Room

Jail Cell Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Nautical or Honey Suite

Nautical or Honey Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Bardstown

At Jailer's Inn you'll be within steps of Fine Arts Bardstown Society and Shaq & Coco. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Free full breakfast is available daily between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Bardstown B&B include At Mary's and Bardstown Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Bourbon Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Patron Mexican Gril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mammy's Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Jailer's Inn

Bed & breakfast in Bardstown with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Bardstown bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Jailer's Inn offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

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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 full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jailer's Inn?

Jailer's Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Jailer's Inn?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jailer's Inn on 26 Aug 2025 start from AU$270.25, 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 Jailer's Inn?

Yep, Jailer's Inn has a free self car park.

Does Jailer's Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jailer's Inn?

No, Jailer's Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jailer's Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jailer's Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Jailer's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 180 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

rob

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, historic property in an ideal location! The property owner and family staff are delightful :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

Good experience at the Jailer's Inn

We had a fun stay at the Jailer's Inn! Location is excellent, breakfast was delicious both days we were there, SUPER comfy bed, and great tour of the jail included in stay! It was very cool - hard to believe the jail was operating til 1987, I think, not so long ago! The room we stayed in was nice, but a little musty. But overall, had everything we needed, was a good experience, would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great history. Tour of the jail was full of information. Great staff. Talented chef. Breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was excellent and the owners were friendly. The owner made us feel at home and was a wonderful host that made our stay unique and memorable. The breakfast was also amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautifully maintained, the historical tales are wonderfully manifested by Paul (the proprietor), and the immersive tour was incredibly well done. You can truly feel the presence of the past in the rooms and grounds and it's obvious that this treasure is in the right hands to ensure it remains a part of legend and history.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , comfortable rooms , great breakfast . We will stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay… would recommend it to everyone …
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Johnny

Travelled with family
General maintenance lacking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K

Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was wonderful and lots of stories and funny anecdotes to share. The room decorations and furnishings attempt to capture the history of the jailer, but are a little dated. Breakfast was marvelous, the outdoor pavilion beautiful. There are several restaurants and the shopping district within easy walking distance. I would definitely recommend the Jailers Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Staying in an old time jail! The decor was superb - we thought our room was part of a museum. It was like stepping back in time. The rooms were spacious, the bed (and pillows) were very comfortable. A fabulous location in the heart of Bardstown meant you could walk everywhere. You could not hear any traffic from inside the rooms. The breakfast was home made and delicious. A range of breakfast food including fresh juice and fruit. You couldn’t ask for more. After breakfast all guests were given a guided tour of the jail by the very knowledgeable host. Such great stories that came alive in the telling. Highly recommend staying at the Jailers Inn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for the area. Walk to all key attractions and the staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was clean and everyone was so polite and friendly. The only negative was that there was a definite odor from cigarettes permeating into the room. Both my wife and I are allergic to tobacco smoke and there was no mistaking it. The lady at the desk gave us a bottle of room spray which helped a little but we both had stuffed sinuses each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the whole ambience of the place and had a great time. The staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Weekend getaway

What an awesome B & B!! We had the garden suite and it was adorable. The history of the jail was very interesting and we loved the garden in the back. Breakfast in the garden was so enjoyable. The owner and family were simply so kind and helpful. I would recommend for a stay here!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re ever in the area, you should definitely stay here. Friendly staff and a nice breakfast. Rooms are a good size. Pete is nice and funny.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

bad choice

Apparently I must have requested to stay in a "cell" At first it seemed like a lark,but it was like being in a basement and very crude. I could put up with that, but because it was an old cell, it had been retrofitted as a room, but I was leary of the shower stall floor opting not to use it as it seemed rough and didn't seem clean. As the night progressed, I became a bit claustrophobic and began worrying about fire hazard. There was no one around and I felt like I was very much alone,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Hamilton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

LISA, Madison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and historic! Delicious breakfast in the courtyard before heading out to a nearby bourbon tour.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024