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Black Bear Lodge Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Slade with free parking

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Exterior
Room, 2 Double Beds | Porch
Property entrance
Room, 2 Double Beds
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec

Explore the area

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781 Natural Bridge Rd, Slade, KY, 40376
  • Place, Natural Bridge State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fat Man's Misery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky Reptile Zoo
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Slade

Black Bear Lodge Motel places you steps from Natural Bridge State Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Osborne Bend Trail. .This smoke-free motel offers barbecues, a picnic area and a corner/local shop. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Slade motel you'll find Red River Gorge.
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What's nearby

  • Natural Bridge State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fat Man's Misery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kentucky Reptile Zoo - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hoedown Island - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Red River Gorge Geological Area - 4 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miguel's Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Toads Barn Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red River Rockhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Daniel Boone Coffee Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Thyme Savor Off The Beaten Path - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Black Bear Lodge Motel

Motel in Slade with free parking
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Black Bear Lodge Motel also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a corner/local shop. Self parking is free.

This Slade motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Black Bear Lodge Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
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

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [769 Natural Bridge Rd., Slade, KY 40376]
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [769 Natural Bridge Rd., Slade, KY 40376]
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive on the same day of booking must contact this property prior to 6 PM for check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Black Bear Lodge Motel Slade
Black Bear Slade
Black Bear Lodge Motel Motel
Black Bear Lodge Motel Slade
Black Bear Lodge Motel Motel Slade

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Black Bear Lodge Motel?

Black Bear Lodge Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Bear Lodge Motel?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Bear Lodge Motel on 18 Dec 2025 start from AU$146.06, 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 Black Bear Lodge Motel?

Yep, Black Bear Lodge Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Bear Lodge Motel?

No, Black Bear Lodge Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Black Bear Lodge Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Black Bear Lodge Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Black Bear Lodge Motel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 634 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 634 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 634 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 634 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 634 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were dismayed by the broken down vehicles in front of the building. The outside of the building was unkempt, dirty with cobwebs. The moment we stepped inside the room we were assailed by the smell of urine. We promptly went back to the office, a quarter mile down the road, and dropped the key in the drop box. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overl good e perience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good. A bit of black mold in the bathroom stunk up the place, Had to buy incense.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff not available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Black Bear Lodge

The Black Bear Lodge was cozy, clean and exactly what we needed for our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

Kentucky trip

Check in process was easy, the room was clean and cozy. Neighbors were up late on balcony talking loudly, but after midnight they finally went to bed! Lol. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and quiet spot. Nice person running it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gertrude, Griffin

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Not clean outside on patio. Web on the rail
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodations. 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri, New Haven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Park. Very quiet. The lodge room needs a table or shelf for more counter space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
They now have Wifii. The place is simple, but they have everything you need. Feels like a cabin. We arrived late, but the receptionist texted me the instructions. The stores around close early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Quiet off the main road. Enjoyed our stay and Karen was very eager to be helpful familiarizing us with the area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled very musty, the bed was very uncomfortable. No wifi made limited phone access which is unsafe
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ying Fang

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My key was locked in room. Front desk only work 9-5. No one can help me. I sleep my car. No one pick up phone. Bad experience from me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Looking for some adventures

Great motel tucked away ! I traveled solo for this trip and was very surprised with how much I loved it ! The cabin feel in the room was just amazing ! All staff that I came in contact with were very friendly and even made recommendations for trails I should see while I was there. Cell service was very spotty if any at all but a great way to disconnect! Bed was comfortable TV was great. Loved that each room has chairs outside to relax and enjoy the view. Food was not as easy to find many restaurants that were open. I would definitely stay here again ! Also, the Daniel Boone Coffee Shop where you check in is super cute great local shop and food was very good and reasonably priced.
The bear bed
The entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

The bed was very comfortable. There was a smell as you came in, but got better after the air was on. There was dust on the lamp shades and bed frame.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property, but well maintained. The only negatives were a musty smell when we first entered our room and a finicky "smart" TV. We either got used to the smell or it disappeared when we turned the air on. The TV wouldn't let me sign into my Netflix account. It did however let me sign into Prime. Overall a great stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was told check in was at 3, but could not arrive at property until 4. That was odd but not an inconvenience as we didn’t arrive until 630. Pulling into the property it was clear that there were people living there long term, one guy completing auto repairs in the parking lot. Upon opening our door the smell of mold and mildew was so overpowering we tried to open the window, but there was no screen. It was evident that the smell was an issue as they had a secondary fan plugged in, in an attempt to move the air. We sat outside for a half an hour with the door propped open, it still smelled. We left. Keys were returned to the box at 8:15 pm. I messaged property the same night and no response.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

wanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very small. Had a bad smell but looked clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Not clean and it smells

The checking process was ok. I got to the room and it smells like an old storage room. There were urine stains on the toilet seat and the shower curtain had something black on it, mold or mud, not sure. At night there was a mouse in the room. Towels and linens were fresh and clean. I booked for two nights and checked out the first thing in the morning after the first night. I am amazed by the other reviews that say it is a clean room, maybe they forgot to clean mine but the smell and mouse should be in related.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025