Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near CrossWinds Golf Course

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Indoor pool, open 5 AM to midnight, sun loungers
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 15.95 per person)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1021 Wilkinson Trce, Bowling Green, KY, 42103
  • Sloan Convention Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Western Kentucky University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • National Corvette Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communicaitons, Allergen Treated)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Allergen Treated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bowling Green

Heart of Bowling Green.Steps from the hotel, you'll find CrossWinds Golf Course and Sloan Convention Center. Western Kentucky University and Bowling Green Ballpark are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Sloan Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Western Kentucky University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bowling Green Ballpark - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • National Corvette Museum - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Beech Bend Park - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boba Lounge & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Great American Donut Shop - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

3-star hotel near CrossWinds Golf Course
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 15 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 19580 square feet (1762 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG. An area shuttle within 10 mi and a theme park shuttle are free. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 1 building
  • 218 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 19580 sq ft of conference space
  • 1762 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG offers 218 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 10 mi
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 8 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 8 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5 AM to midnight.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn University Hotel Plaza-Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
University Plaza-Bowling Green
Bowling Green Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza - Bowling Green Hotel Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green Hotel
Holiday Inn University Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG is 69.1 mi (72-min drive) away from the Nashville International Airport (BNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG on Sep 14, 2025 start from $103.0, 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.

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 8 per night.

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 5 AM to midnight.

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG to downtown Bowling Green?

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG is 1.9 mi away from Bowling Green.

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Allen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BOBBY

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Velma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stop over on trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Signal Mountain

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best places in the area. A few minor maintenance issues need to be addressed in the room, but clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean. The carpet in foyer is frayed and needs replacing. The ice machines on almost all floors were out of order and the tray that holds the buckets were missing. This a busy weekend as it was graduation at WKU. I won’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rhea

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice, beautiful, & clean hotel. The rooms are spacious. The beds were kind of hard so if you like a firm mattress they are for you. (I prefer softer.) It does not have a continental breakfast, but a breakfast is provided that you can pay for. My only complaint though is that I chose this property because of the shuttle service; however, due to the graduation the shuttle service was closed down. That was a deciding factor between hotels as I was thinking how convenient that would be to not have to sit in traffic or try to find parking. However with the hotel excluding it for the weekend we could’ve picked a different place to stay that was cheaper. I think they should notate online if the shuttle service is not going to be available so travelers will know that in advance instead of thinking they are paying more for a service they want but won’t be getting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sierra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, service was top notch, convenient location. Perfect for the graduation weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room smelled really bad like cat urine. The waterfall and the overall environment was nice but the room was not worth what I paid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keyauna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carrie

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Traveled with partner
Had to pay 5.00 a day for parking. In there lot. Rooms on line look different than the ones you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025