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University Lodge Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort

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A building with a covered entrance, a visible office sign, and a parking lot with several cars.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.
A stainless steel, multi-compartment beverage dispenser with a digital display, located in a room with tiled flooring and a beige wall.
A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a small trash bin, and a power outlet with exposed wires.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table with a lamp.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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711 East Main Street, Frankfort, KY, 40601
  • Place, Kentucky State University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cove Spring Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Frankfort Cemetery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, and a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, and a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, and a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, and a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Frankfort

In Frankfort .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Greenhill Cemetery and 2 miles (3 km) of Kentucky State University with a stay here. Frankfort Cemetery and Cove Spring Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Greenhill Cemetery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kentucky State University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cove Spring Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Frankfort Cemetery - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Buffalo Trace Distillery - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Office Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mami Monchitas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linney's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

University Lodge Motel

Motel near Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort
As a guest of University Lodge Motel, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Frankfort motel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
University Lodge Motel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Frankfort motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

  • Coffee and tea 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in smoking 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is University Lodge Motel to the airport?

University Lodge Motel is 20.7 mi (29-min drive) away from the Blue Grass Airport (LEX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at University Lodge Motel?

As of Jul 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Lodge Motel on Jul 23, 2026 start from $71, including 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 University Lodge Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Lodge Motel.

Does University Lodge Motel offer free breakfast?

University Lodge Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at University Lodge Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at University Lodge Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at University Lodge Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does University Lodge Motel have a pool?

University Lodge Motel does not have a pool.

Does University Lodge Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is University Lodge Motel to downtown Frankfort?

University Lodge Motel is 1.5 mi away from Frankfort.

University Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 192 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking, room was clean but sparsely furnished
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do yourself a favor plan on sleeping in your car it’s way cleaner than this place. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. If I could give them a -5 rating I would.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

isabelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like cigarettes mattress are horrible old buildings look terrible don’t go there bugs bite
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jana

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy, no phone, internet, tv. Stained towels, black mold and they charged more than the booking said it would be by 15$
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Fine basic hotel. Would be better if the property enforced quiet hours as some guests are disrespectful and are loud at inappropriate times
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An okay place to crash for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Leonid

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

Stay away

Dirty cheap place and the price not so cheap comparing to other hotels with similar price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

walter

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff is nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirtiest motel I have ever stayed in. Dried feces, vomit and possibly blood on walls around toilet. The smell of wet shower and mold permeatedmtue air. It was well lit, quiet and in a good location. The bed was reasonably comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, a little dated but excellent shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cory

Old building old rooms but peaceful

It’s was and older building it had better days the rooms also had better days but everything else was very good and it was quiet Usually you hear all kinds of noise yet it was very peaceful slept very well will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good, but property is low class. Lighting in room poor. Shower force of water a challenge.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Vincent

Wow; this place should close and be renovated top to bottom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Doris

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Old but ok

The room was clean it's just an old Motel I will say that if it's very quiet there and it was very very well lit outside I felt safe there, although I did find a bed bug in the bed and it did but my arm a few times so therefore we will not be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Savanahlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was cool,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the convenience and no one bothered us after awhile. Price is right
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Stejeta

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The housekeepers were nice & friendly but the rooms are inundated w/ cockroaches.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t a terrible place for a last minute stay, the staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is rundown and needs updating. Our room wasn’t dirty persay but it was dingy, the blanket had holes in it the walls had holes in them and the shower was mildewy and just bleh. It was ok for like a night we ended up leaving early though. Probably wouldn’t stay here again if I had other options.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Austin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I accidentally booked the wrong nights for another hotel, so I booked this place as a last resort thinking it’d be better than sleeping in my Suburban. I couldn’t have been more wrong.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This turned out to be the age old no tell motel. Most of the people staying there live in the motel long term. There was a lot of odd events and fights in the parking lot with the police involved.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

JANET

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very old and in poor condition. Exposed wiring and bathroom in bad condition. Had to put a towel in front of the entrance door to cover gape under door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Betty

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved 2 rooms and they cancelled them on me. So when we got there we had to sleep in my truck because all motels were booked
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kaitlin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was dirty like the switches for the lights were black around them with layers of old dirt. I killed one big in the bathroom. Sheets had stains on them. Was pretty sketchy over all. No one caused problems just not somewhere I'd stay again if I can help it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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