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Lake Barkley State Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Staircase
Flat-screen TV
Indoor pool
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

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3500 State Park Rd, Cadiz, KY, 42211
  • Place, Lake Barkley State Resort Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Barkley
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Boots Randolph Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Garden view

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Terrace/patio

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor

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

About the neighborhood

Cadiz

In state park.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cadiz hotel, you'll find Lake Barkley State Resort Park and Lake Barkley. Also, Boots Randolph Golf Course is within 3 miles (5 km) and Cumberland River is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Barkley State Resort Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake Barkley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Boots Randolph Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Donaldson Creek Public Use Area - 36 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Prizer Point Public Use Area - 43 min drive - 17.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taste of the South - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pier - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Fishing Hole - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Barn Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Lake Barkley State Resort

3.5-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Lake Barkley State Resort offers its guests a golf course, a marina, and an outdoor tennis court. Event space at this hotel measures 6340 square feet (589 square meters) and includes a conference center. An indoor pool, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Lake Barkley State Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cadiz hotel.

  • 133 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6340 sq ft of conference space
  • 589 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1970
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Lake Barkley State Resort offers 133 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 12 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash

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 in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 22 to December 28:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Tennis courts
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Barkley State Resort to the airport?

Lake Barkley State Resort is 99.9 mi (95-min drive) away from the Nashville International Airport (BNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Barkley State Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lake Barkley State Resort.

Does Lake Barkley State Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Lake Barkley State Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 2 and 12 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lake Barkley State Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lake Barkley State Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lake Barkley State Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lake Barkley State Resort have a pool?

Lake Barkley State Resort features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.One of the pools is closed seasonally each year from December 22 to December 28.

Does Lake Barkley State Resort have a restaurant?

Lake Barkley State Resort is home to Windows on the Water, which features American cuisine. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from December 22 to December 28.

Does Lake Barkley State Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lake Barkley State Resort to downtown Cadiz?

Lake Barkley State Resort is 5.5 mi away from Cadiz.

Reviews

Lake Barkley State Resort Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 800 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 800 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 800 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 800 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 800 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Johanna, Rohnert Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at the resort and only wish that we’d been able to take advantage of some of the things on offer - like the pool and ping pong table! Our room in the lodge had a very rustic feel - wood paneled walls and lots of spider webs on the balcony’s railing (seemed to keep the mosquitoes at bay). The bathroom was very clean and bright. The bed was comfortable. The dining room offered a buffet or a menu for the meals we were there for (dinner and then breakfast). We opted for menu items for dinner and then the buffet for breakfast. The prices were amazingly low, and the size of the portions from menu items were amazingly huge. Lots of bacon! An absolute delight for me was to make a coffee in the morning and sit out on the balcony and look at the lake and watch the waterfowl and turtles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not as described! Room was not what was reserved and was dirty. There were bugs in the room every morning and night probably due to poor weather stripping. Intermittent internet at best which also affected TV. Room phone only for emergency calls so you could only contact desk with your cell which only worked in specific area of room ( otherwise was in SOS mode). Housekeeping staff was professional. Restaurant buffet was cold and greasy, waitress did not provide menu to our table though a different waitress did provide one to another table not five minutes after we went to buffet. Pool was beautiful though lifeguards took loungers and were generally unprofessionally. Scenery was beautiful. Beach was nice. Marina and marina staff were great.
Bugs in tub in the morning
Bugs in tub
Bottle left in room from previous stay
View from the pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Poor Restaurant

The lodge was amazing but the restaurant left a lot to be desired!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

8/10 Good

Joel

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sheridan

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

Reunion

Cute room with a nice view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

annette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lake Barkley stay

Room was decent. The TV would not work due to a poor signal, I alerted the front desk and they did send someone to look at it who tried everything and then said it was cable and that they would contract cable to come look at the service. It was never resolved, so no tv service the entire stay. It wouldn’t have been so bad had the tv been a smart tv in which I could’ve connected apps from my phone but it was not.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We arrived and checked in. I expected a nice clean room for $200 a night. I was very disappointed. The room had a dank moldy smell with layer upon layer of dust in the paneling. The cable was out. At a rate of $200 a night I expected more than a room reminiscent of a 4H summer camp. We went right back to the desk and left. As someone that was born and raised in Kentucky the shape of the lodge is an embarrassment. The one good point was a beautiful view of Lake Barkley. The exterior of building we were in was also dirty and un maintained. Did not appear that any of the walk ways had been swept or in any way kept clear. Will not return. I normally do not review establishments, but as I thought that this would be an outstanding stay at a beautiful setting and was so disappointed I thought I should voice my opinion. I hope this helps get much needed updates to the facility, so that Kentucky citizens can be proud of their state park facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been coming here over 50 years!! This is where I recharge!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This facility has everything you need for a family get together. Regardless of the weather, there is a lot to do. The beach is quite a distance from the lodge and best to drive. People were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

SIQI

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is not included! Expensive food, and the offering is not great. Military DFAC quality food, but you still pay a buffet price for it. No WiFi in my room, room 419 at all, they said it was a WiFi blind spot, so no solution at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property really brings you into the camping environment. The view is stunning. There is plenty to do for a weekend. Horseback riding, bison prairie, hiking, fishing, planetarium, sight seeing and more. The room and area around the lodges was very musty. It smelled like you were in a moss ridden forest. They folded the toilet paper but didn’t clean the toilet. The back deck was mosquito infested. Like hundreds swarming around. (Unusable - do not open the back door). Air conditioning would not cool the room down until 3am. TV did not work. Best amenities- lakeside view, proximity to activities. Book if that is your goal. Do not book if you’re aiming for any luxury in your room and board.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was one of the most interesting places we've ever stayed. We loved it. It's like a wooden space station in the wilderness. We were there during the off-season, so it was completely empty, and the outdoor pool wasn't open. However, you can tell it accommodates a large number of people and has been in operation for 70ish years. We hope it doesn't lose its charm when it is renovated. We bought some very vintage-looking mugs from the gift shop. We played pool and ping pong in the game room and took advantage of the access guests of the resort have to the athletic center next door, featuring an indoor pool.
Mural underneath the outdoor pool
Beautiful sunsets on the lake
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hotel next to Lake Barkley, first time here and we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely resort setting on Lake Barkley.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayna

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great potential but needs TLC.

The whole property needs updated. We spent our honeymoon here 43 years ago. Not much has changed! The room was clean but very dark with no refrigerator. The restaurant was the high point. Very good food and service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Casey

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

Overall a great experience

Stayed 2 nights with my fiancé. When we arrived, we were surprised to see there was no refrigerator or microwave in the room. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house keeping ladies were very nice. Only issue we had was on night two after being out and about all day we came back to the room to find that neither of our cards worked to enter the room. We had to walk all the way back to the front office and the issue was fixed promptly with no hassle. However, we were informed upon arrival that there was an option to use the elevator as there are MANY stairs inside the main building BUT on our way back from the office after getting our room keys replaced we were going to use the elevator because I have severe asthma and couldn’t handle all the steps again, we attempted to go to the elevator just to find there is no buttons and no public access. Yes there is an elevator. But not for the public. It has to be unlocked and turned on by a key. And there is no buttons outside of the doors whatsoever. Maybe they unlock it when a handicap resident checks in, but if that is the case they don’t need to advertise or state that there is an elevator for public use.
View from balcony at the room
Squirrel in tree in front of balcony at the room
Herring watching for fish near the edge of the lake
View of marina from dock in front of hotel restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025