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Bardstown Motor Lodge

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

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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418 E Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Civil War Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Wickland
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, Accessible

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 299 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, Accessible

  • Park view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Studio | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 299 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite

  • Park view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Bardstown

Bardstown Motor Lodge places you next to My Old Kentucky Home State Park and within a 10-minute walk of Wickland. This 3.5-star hotel has 35 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bardstown Civil War Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wickland - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bardstown Motor Lodge

Hotel in Bardstown with bars and a seasonal outdoor pool
Bardstown Motor Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-in. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include express check-out, a picnic area, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bardstown Swim Club
  • Toogie's Table

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests are recommended to download the property's OpenKey mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 24 2026 to January 25 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 10 to 50 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Bardstown Motor Lodge caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bardstown Motor Lodge Hotel
Bardstown Motor Lodge Bardstown
Bardstown Motor Lodge Hotel Bardstown

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

Bardstown Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Bardstown Motor Lodge?

This hotel in Bardstown is within a 10-minute walk of My Old Kentucky Home State Park and Wickland. You'll also find Bardstown Civil War Museum and Spalding Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

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

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Bardstown Motor Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Bardstown Motor Lodge?

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

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Bardstown Motor Lodge serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Toogie's Table.

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Bardstown Motor Lodge for a fee of USD 65 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Bardstown Motor Lodge have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bardstown Motor Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bardstown Motor Lodge.

Bardstown Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 170 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the motel was a unique experience. It reminded me of when I was a kid and we would stay at motels on vacation. The rooms are nicely updated while retaining the ambiance of staying at a motor lodge in the 60's. It was a very enjoyable experience. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The only issue we had was the room would get very warm at night, and when we adjusted the temperature on the thermostat, and eventually turned it off, the heat still came on, and the room remained very warm. I would highly reccommend the Bardstown Motor Lodge for people looking for a more interesting experience than a typical hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze and the young woman at the desk was friendly. She told us when the fire would be started in the outdoor fireplace that night. We took advantage of the warm November night and sat by the fireplace..That was a great perk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

robin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Checking in and out. Was a party atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lots of amenities packed into a small place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Some cleanliness issues (coffee cup lid on floor near inside door by desk, bathroom sliding door was very dingy/dusty on the inside of the bathroom). Otherwise fine. Bar was not fully stocked for cocktails on the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is unique as to the style of the rooms and the nostalgic look back at 1950s motor courts. My only knock on the property is that we must have removed about a dozen stink bugs from the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute motel! We loved sitting out at the fire pits at night. The staff was really wonderful though small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pros: Conveniently located. Kitschy vibe. Great little courtyard. Nice "lounge" area at the check/in with games, coffee maker, fireplace. Cons: The blind is only light-filtering, not room-darkening, which allowed so much light in from the outside "porch" (as well as the street light). It also had a broken piece that left a hole for even more light to enter. There were some kind of Dove Mens' Care product stickers affixed to the top of that window frame, which the cleaning person somehow failed to see and remove. We struggled with opening the main door from the inside. Perhaps that locking mechanism can be looked at (#4).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable lodge with the friendliest staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Traveled with group
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little hotel and very close to heaven hill and willet distillery
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amber, Cameron & the rest of staff were so kind & helpful. We had a minor hiccup & they took care of it. The heated salt pool & outdoor fire w/ s’mores was a great way to end a busy (bourbon) day. We’ll be back to the Bardstown Motor Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan s

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri and Dean

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious, beds and pillows very comfortable. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, setting up the fire pits and keeping them fed with wood, supplying ice and other necessities. The entire property was very clean, but furniture and rugs had some stains. The pull down shades did not block the exterior light, had to get creative to darken the room. We loved the courtyard, did not use the pool but it looked very nice. Given this was a “motor lodge”, my expectations were not that high. I was pleasantly surprised. Last thing - the restaurant was not open for breakfast or lunch - dinner was excellent - we were there 4 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Super friendly and helpful staff. Nice pool, comfortable room. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lots of stains in the room one big spot on the floor then every piece of furniture had some sort of stain on it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Drumore

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Fifties feel but newly renovated. Great place to relax and enjoy the pool and fire pits. Happy to host our dog. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025