Carter Caves State Resort Park

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Enjoy a meal in a rustic setting surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and dining area.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and window with curtains.
Sit by the rustic water tower and enjoy the serene natural surroundings.
Kitchen features a sink, stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY, 41164
  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Carter Caves State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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Room options

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds

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

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Olive Hill

Carter Caves State Resort Park places you next to Carter Caves State Park and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns. This 28-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carter Caves State Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kentucky Christian University - 23 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Grayson Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

Family-friendly hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Carter Caves State Resort Park have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include an outdoor tennis court, meeting rooms, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Crib (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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (60 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 26 to September 04.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 7 PM.

Property is also known as

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Carter Caves State Olive Hill
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Carter Caves State Resort Park offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carter Caves State Resort Park on Aug 4, 2025 start from $95.95, 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.

What's there to see around Carter Caves State Resort Park?

This hotel is located in Olive Hill and just steps from Carter Caves State Park and Carter Caves State Park Golf Course. Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns is within a walking distance of 0.8 mi.

Is parking available on site at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

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

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park feature a casino?

No, Carter Caves State Resort Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10 AM and 7 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 26 until September 04.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park have a hot tub?

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

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Carter Caves State Resort Park serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Tierney's Cavern.

Will Carter Caves State Resort Park allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Carter Caves State Resort Park for a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Carter Caves State Resort Park.

Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 605 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well marked hiking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Very relaxing

I was a quiet get away and recharge weekend. The room was very comfortable. The views from the balcony were quiet and refreshing. A great getaway spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at the resort from the beautiful drive in to checkout. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great guide for X cave tour. A wonderful state park
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy M

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

Overnight on the way home

The beds, pillows, towels, shower, flat screen dish tv were very good. The Fridge did not have a control on it and the setting was not very cold at all. There is a very small coffee maker, we used to heat water for our cup of soup. A microwave would have been nice. There was a buffet and salad bar in the restaurant. We arrived at 7p , the salad bar was the only thing we were interested in. Only one of us took a salad to go ($11.50) it needed some attention it appeared.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lydia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at Carter Caves and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Every staff member was kind and helpful. Our upper floor room was very quiet and clean. We ate at the lodge restaurant four times and each time the food was delicious. The waitresses were wonderful. These girls were too short-staffed, but they really busted their humps and provided excellent service. Even the hostess had to jump in and help and she was excellent as well. We did have to wait a little bit for food to be prepared, but that didn't bother us. We're retired now! Time doesn't matter! We're supposed to be taking time to slow down and smell the roses at this point! The only things that were negatives was that there is no elevator to the second floor rooms. It's an old lodge and we understand. We're not spring chickens anymore and steps are difficult. The girl at the desk did offer to change our room to the bottom floor, but we chose to keep our assigned room upstairs because it would be more quiet. Also, some of the floors are noisy. My husband walks heavy in the heels and I had to keep reminding him to walk more quietly for the poor people downstairs. The floor in the entry way of our room really vibrated when we walked on it, so I worried about the people underneath us. Also, the wooden walkway outside in front of the rooms was very noisy to walk on. I was worried that it would wake me up if people were walking on it outside while I was sleeping, but this was not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found this by accident on our way through. Best find ever! Absolutely incredible, the accommodations were amazing The View and the scenery were amazing access to the trails caves all of it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maghann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Could have been better

The location can't be beat. Its beautiful and the hiking trails in the park are lovely. The rooms are clean, but dated. Our mattress was old and lumpy. The onsite restaurant had an odd odor, so much so that we chose to not eat there. I would have appreciated more coffee options in the room, but I also understand taht they want you to go to the restaurant for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Hoisington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem. The backdrop and trails are awesome and the place was very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eva Michele

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good property for a state park. Older, but well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Lots of area construction
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Joesph

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025