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Carter Caves State Resort Park

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Food and drink
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Restaurant
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Map
344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY, 41164
  • Popular LocationCarter Caves State Park Golf Course1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBat Cave and Cascade Caverns15 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarter Caves State Park5 min drive
  • AirportLexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)95 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

View from room

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Olive Hill

A family-friendly stay in Olive Hill awaits you at Carter Caves State Resort Park. Within steps you'll find Carter Caves State Park and you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Tierney's Cavern, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to mini golf. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Olive Hill hotel include Carter Caves State Park Golf Course and King's Daughters Family Care Center - Olive Hill.

What's nearby

  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 1 min walk
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 15 min walk
  • Carter Caves State Park - 5 min drive
  • Kentucky Christian University - 22 min drive
  • Grayson Lake State Park - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 17 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 19 min drive
  • Tierney's Cavern Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Giovannis Pizza - 17 min drive
  • Subway - 17 min drive

About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

Comfortable hotel near Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Carter Caves State Resort Park offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Carter Caves State Resort Park. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Olive Hill hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Carter Caves State Resort Park offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 12 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Tierney's Cavern

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Spelunking

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 September to 21 May:
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

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: from approximately USD 9 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 26 May and close on 04 September.

Property is also known as

Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel
Carter Caves State Resort Olive Hill
Carter Caves State
Olive Hill Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Hotel Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel Olive Hill

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carter Caves State Resort Park on 27 May 2024 start from AU$199.65, 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 Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yep, Carter Caves State Resort Park has a free self car park.

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park have a pool?

Carter Caves State Resort Park has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open from May 26 to September 04.

Is Carter Caves State Resort Park family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Carter Caves State Resort Park is a hit with families.

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, Carter Caves State Resort Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Carter Caves State Resort Park's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

There isn't one on site, but Carter Caves State Park Golf Course is a short 1-minute walk away.

Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 454 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The trip was great but the beds are not very comfortable at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Jacksonville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is located within a state park with great hiking and other activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I give this place 5 stars for young families, new hikers and old people. Consider it a prep for the Red River Gorge. I give it 3 stars for experienced hikers. I found all the big bold arrows painted along the trails to be WAY over the top. The greatest reward of hiking is the feeling of accomplishment you get by figuring things out and overcoming your self imposed limitations. At Carter Caves, they've decided to dumb it down for everyone. The state park system has been on a starvation diet for a long time. The "Nation's Finest" just isn't.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dinner
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Midweek get away
Lovely place to stay with hiking and activities right on site. Ir would have been nice to have a microwave but otherwise very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the lodge with only a handful of other guests, being in the off season. Birthday adventure weekend! Our room was a king, nicely furnished and clean with small balcony behind to view sunsets. It had everything save a microwave. The lodge features a dining room and cozy great room with wood fired fireplace, staff is very friendly. While at the park we hit trails and toured a few caves though the area boasts of several of each. Natural bridges too, which are always a neat sight, especially large ones. If you enjoy Red River Gorge, you will definitely enjoy Carter 🙂.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff but nearly impossible to find in the dark for first timers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023