Horse Cave Motel

2.0 star property
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi
Property entrance
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Children's play area - outdoor
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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319 South Dixie Street, Horse Cave, KY, 42749
  • Place, Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kentucky Repertory Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Mammoth Cave National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Horse Cave

In Horse Cave .Your stay at this Horse Cave motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Kentucky Repertory Theatre and Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum. Also, Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kentucky Repertory Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Dinosaur World - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 12 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪5 Broke Girls - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Terrazul - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Horse Cave Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Horse Cave motel
Horse Cave Motel offers its guests a vending machine and laundry facilities. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Horse Cave motel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
Horse Cave Motel offers 23 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 7.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Horse Cave Motel to the airport?

Horse Cave Motel is 77.7 mi (73-min drive) away from the Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Horse Cave Motel?

As of Jan 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horse Cave Motel on Jan 10, 2026 start from $50.0, 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 Horse Cave Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Horse Cave Motel.

Does Horse Cave Motel offer free breakfast?

Horse Cave Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Horse Cave Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Horse Cave Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 15 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Horse Cave Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Horse Cave Motel have a pool?

Horse Cave Motel does not have a pool.

Does Horse Cave Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Horse Cave Motel to downtown Horse Cave?

Horse Cave Motel is 0.4 mi away from Horse Cave.

Horse Cave Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 406 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean rooms, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

ann

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival, the room assigned had cat hair on the floor. When the air conditioning was turned on, it blew smoky, pet-dander air, which immediately affected my family's allergies. Management switched the rooms at my request, without too much opposition. The second room had less dander, but more dust/mildew, not sure which. My family and I stayed one night because it was so late, while my oldest daughter slept in our car in the parking lot. We checked out two days early and had to find another place to stay. There's NO WAY this place is 4.8 stars. Management did refund me one day. This place still offers smoking rooms, and residents who live there are in and out all night smoking with their pets, not leashed, on the main sidewalk. One resident's small dog was aggressively going for my teen. I would not recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dauri

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked on Hotels.com . Got to the hotel owner wanted us to pay again. He was rude yelling I had to pay him even though I had a paid confirmation. We left.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were made to feel very welcome and any assistance needed was provided without question.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness

Cheap and relatively clean

Place is pretty well off the beaten path. Relatively clean but could use some tlc and a little upgrading. For the price, was worth the chance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An older no-frills motel but well keep and clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean, but just the barest basics.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schere

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the price fool you, it was nice, clean and quiet. There are no fancy amenities but for the price you can go out for breakfast and still save money. I’d 100% stay here again if I ever come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very small. You only get in the bed from one side or at the end. The oversize bathroom door caused the queen bed to be too close to the wall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Clean and basic.

The room was clean. I got everything I paid for. the room was small and didn't have any place to set me laptop. Yeah, it's a laptop, and I put it on my lap, but I do like a desk and chair in a room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Good bed. Hot shower. good AC. 15 minutes drive to Mammoth cave.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean, a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice place to stay family oriented bed was comfy I enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Worth more than the cost.

Don't judge a book by it's cover. This is not a roach motel. This is a clean place. I will stay again if I get the chance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Josie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luann

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

Great place and extremely reasonably priced.

This is a great place to stay. Room was clean and staff is very friendly. The rate was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Met My Needs

It was an overall positive experience. A nice area and not too far from I-65. No complications. A comfortable bed. Couch was a bit hard, but other than that, I would still recommend Horse Cave Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashlee

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

Nice clean motel

Chose to stay here on our trip to visit Mammoth National Park. Was an eaay and close location. Love motels and this one was very clean and they even upgraded our room to a king for free and already couldn't beat the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025