Carter Caves State Resort Park

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Children's activities
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

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

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

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Double Beds

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

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

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Grayson Lake State Park - 32 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • Cave Run Lake - 46 min drive - 49.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Clarks Pump N Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Walkers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

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.

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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)
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 50.00 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 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 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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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

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

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 Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carter Caves State Resort Park on Apr 8, 2026 start from $94, 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.

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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is Carter Caves State Resort Park a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, at Carter Caves State Resort Park, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 695 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 695 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 695 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 695 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 695 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabins are so cute and very well stocked. Everything was very clean and the staff went out of their way for any requests while being extremely friendly. My partner and I will absolutely be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stoped overnight it was a nice property. There were some issues with the internet services but we were there to get away from all that. The only problem was because of the outage they could not sell us tickets to the cave tour we wanted to do before leaving the area…. Maybe next time. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Wakita

They double charged me I even told them I paid on the app still made me pay at the desk. Not to mention
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Prices reasonable. Tours were excellent, park staff very friendly. Dinner ok. Room clean and comfortable, but we heard every move the people above us made. Everystep, every flush. Hiking was awesome, very few people were there. Overall really enjoyed our visit. Unhappy there is no recycling available. This seems important in a state park.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Denell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire hotel was clean. Dinning was good. We enjoyed the amenities of the state park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, reasonably updated beautiful view off the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlyn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge, staff very friendly, wonderful rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes. Did not eat breakfast. Waited close to 50 minutes for a basic supper.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk was nice and courteous. The room was decent (and it had a fridge, which I wasn't expecting).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolanne

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with my service dog; everything is beautiful here! If you don’t get a cottage you have WiFi; and a small balcony out back! If you get a cottage from what desk clerk said no WiFi🌹
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff and thw room was vlean, comfortable and had plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Can tell they are short staffed in the dining room. We had one waitress who was awesome but she was by herself on a non buffet day and I could tell she was helping back in the kitchen too. Everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Spacious, clean room with amazing balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lowell, Lewis Center

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and the beds comfortable! The breakfast buffet was awesome! We were able to park in front of our room. All the staff were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025