Bardstown Motor Lodge is a mid-century-inspired hotel in Bardstown, Kentucky. The property evokes nostalgia and encourages guests to connect with local culture and history, with breezy outdoor spaces and a swimming pool. It sits near the Bourbon Trail and offers two on-site restaurants, including one that serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a poolside bar and a retro-styled rec room.
Should you book Bardstown Motor Lodge?
A retro-inspired stay with a pool, two restaurants, and easy access to Bardstown's attractions.
Best for
- Bourbon Trail visitors
- Families
- Pet owners
- Those seeking a nostalgic atmosphere
Maybe not ideal for
- Travelers seeking modern luxury
Retro setting
This mid-century-inspired hotel offers a nostalgic atmosphere. Enjoy breezy outdoor spaces, fire pits, and a swimming pool. The property also features a poolside bar and a retro-styled rec room.
Dining options
Two on-site restaurants are available. Toogie's Table embraces Kentucky's history with local collaborations and offers half-priced wine and appetizers. The restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Outdoor spaces
The lodge provides a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck for relaxation. Outdoor furniture and picnic areas are also available. Enjoy the poolside bar and outdoor fireplace.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Room service
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Outdoor swimming pool
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Express check-in/out
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Location
418 East Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004, United States, Bardstown, Kentucky
Bardstown Motor Lodge is located in Bardstown, Kentucky.
5 sights nearby, 2 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Federal Hill at 0.2 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Federal Hillpeak0.2 mi
- Bardstown Civil War Museummuseum0.3 mi
- Basilica of Saint Joseph Proto-Cathedralplace of worship0.8 mi
- Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History/Bardstown Historical Museummuseum0.8 mi
- Confederate Monument of Bardstownhistoric site1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.9 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 131 guest reviews
The Bardstown Motor Lodge earns consistently high marks for its charming courtyard, bonfire setup, clean rooms, and genuinely warm staff. A handful of guests flag minor maintenance issues — thin walls, painted-shut windows, and an unreliable self-check-in — suggesting the property, while being updated, still has some rough edges. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with several guests describing it as their go-to choice whenever they visit Bardstown.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 27 · average 9.7
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What attractions are nearby?
My Old Kentucky Home State Park is a 4-minute walk away. Other nearby attractions include museums and places of worship.
What are the room amenities?
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, work desks, and sofa beds. Hairdryers, linens, coffee machines, and refrigerators are also provided.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there are two on-site restaurants. Toogie's Table serves brunch, lunch, and dinner and offers half-priced wine and appetizers.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available for guests. The property also offers space for larger vehicles.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The hotel offers express check-in and check-out services for guest convenience.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, Bardstown Motor Lodge is a pet-friendly hotel.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
Are there accessible rooms available?
Yes, the hotel offers King Room - Disability Access and Double Room - Disability Access rooms, which are fully accessible.
Is there a coffee shop on site?
Yes, there is a coffee house on site for guests to enjoy.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the property.