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The Trail Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bardstown with bars and a seasonal outdoor pool

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3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, lobby lounge
Poolside bar
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, lobby lounge
Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1875 New Haven Rd, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (Queen Queen Patio)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Queen Queen Pool View)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (King Patio Room Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Room (Product API Enablement)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Prohibition Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Prohibition Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Mash Bill Suite Accessible)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mash Bill Suite Accessible) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mash Bill Suite Accessible)

  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (The Trail Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Trail Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Trail Suite)

  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite)

  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Single Barrel Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Single Barrel Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Single Barrel Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Limestone Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Limestone Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Limestone Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 549 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bardstown

The Trail Hotel places you within a leisurely stroll of Bluegrass Speedway and Blue Grass Entertainment Complex. This 95-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bourbon Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mammy's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jose Y Los Tres Amigos - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Trail Hotel

Hotel in Bardstown with bars and a seasonal outdoor pool
Guests of The Trail Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a picnic area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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

  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to September 30.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Trail Hotel?

This hotel is located in Bardstown, a short 12-minute walk from Bluegrass Speedway and also 13 minutes on foot from Blue Grass Entertainment Complex. You'll also find Bardstown Art Gallery and Bardstown Civil War Museum within a short drive.

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

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Trail Hotel on Oct 11, 2025 start from $359.0, excluding 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 on site at The Trail Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Trail Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Trail Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Trail Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 until September 30.

Is The Trail Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as 3 bars and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Trail Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Trail Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Trail Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Trail Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Trail Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Trail Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Trail Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Trail Hotel.

The Trail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Argyle

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

10/10 Excellent

alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic property. The golf simulator room was amazing and very reasonably priced. Food at the restaurant was excellent. The gift shop is very nice as well. The speak easy is a must for the bourbon lover to find rare and old bourbons.
Simulator room
Speak easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Keep an eye on Kleenex and Toilet Paper
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is new and beautiful! A vibe of retro motor lodge meets luxe boutique. Hi o & chic at the same time. I sent as initially thrown off by the doors on the outside, but the Trail Hotel pulled it off! The lobby is beautiful with many spaces to sit in small groups & relax on gorgeous leather chairs & relax. The bar is gorgeous and cocktails are great! Steakhouse is delicious. There is a golf simulator that looks like a posh lounge that can be booked and a great speakeasy in the basement. The outdoor pool is in the center with a nice pool bar so you don’t have to go far to grab a drink & bask in the sun. The semi-submerged pool loungers are a nice touch. The gift shop offers some great items including their collection of bourbon & rye. Michael the bar manager (I believe?) was lovely & went over & above to create one of the best old fashioneds I’ve ever had. The rooms are tastefully decorated with a fridge & coffeemaker & the toiletries provided feel upgraded with travel m-size luxe body lotion, etc. Bed & pillows were comfy. There are wonderful fire pits with Adirondack chairs outside and our group loved gathering around the fire each night with a cocktail & stories from the day to share. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed our time. The hotel is new and they were somewhat under-staffed as evidenced upon check-in - we waited behind another couple who said they had been waiting a while with no one manning the front desk. This was rectified.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice rooms but just average as a whole

The hotel is still getting up to speed with their amenities given that they are still new. Rooms are nice and comfortable (A/c runs super loud all day and night long so be prepared for that). Restaurant service was not good - food took forever and came out at all different times. While they put a lot of $$ into the design, the hotel is really a motel that sits in the side of a highway. Their “patio view” which is an upgrade is a cement slab with a view of the highway and too hot to sit on in the warm weather as it faces sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and ambiance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist that checked us in was not happy nor helpful. However, the rest of the staff was amazing! We had a blast with the bartenders and management. Shoutout to Keaton and Austin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Trail has a lot of potential, and should grow into a wonderful space. We had one hiccup at checkin, and were told the incorrect room number, but that was fixed quickly. The lobby/lounge/bar/restaurant area is lovely, well appointed, but unfortunately they’re trying some sort of “signature smell” air freshener that made it unpleasant to stay in the lounge area. The rooms were nice, with fully renovated and spacious bathrooms. Really nice linens, but no place to hang them when not in use. No toilet lid on toilet, no exhaust fan in bathroom. The HVAC in the rooms is really, really loud. The pool area was VERY nice, lots of upgrades and a giant hottub. The outdoor patio areas were also nice. Every single thing other than your room and the pool is an extra charge. No free coffee in the morning. Want to check out the speakeasy? $15. The golf simulator, extra charge. I think over time as this “resort” evolves their approach will as well. Great potential.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tenesha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Over charged my credit card/charged me for 2 days instead of 1
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay and property was amazing. A couple points to consider although not very big deals but something to look into...we did not have a do not disturb sign for the door and some areas in the room where not visible were very dusty. Again nothing major just something to consider. Otherwise it was a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were impressed with the revamp of this hotel! Beautiful spaces, completely renovated rooms, great pool area, friendly and knowledgeable bar staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staff friendliness only gets you so far.

The staff was nice and tried their best. But this hotel featured New York size rooms and New York prices. It was a motel in the middle of Kentucky (indeed, the doors open to the outside walkway). Our double room was miniscule, featured no "modern amenities" such as usb outlets, laundry bags, etc., and wasn't turned over during the entirety of our three night stay. And our keys were reset each day, causing us to have to go to reception for a fix (in the middle of a thunderstorm, with all of our stuff sitting on the sidewalk...). This is an $95/night room at best. And $25 for what was effectively a continental breakfast... The common areas (pool, restaurant, lobby) were very nice. The golf simulator was a nice amenity as well. But if you are planning to use the room for anything more than a crash pad, maybe think again before spending over $200 a night...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lane

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For Bardstown, it was an upscale urban option with a great restaurant and bar. Pool was totally chill. Staff was very attentive. Close to Makers Mark and Bardstown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025