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The Trail Hotel

4.0 star property
Enjoy 3 bars/lounges at this 4-star Bardstown hotel

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A spacious lobby with a large cylindrical column, seating areas, and a wall decorated with various items.
A restaurant with a long communal table and individual booths, a bar area in the background, and a brick wall.
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round wooden coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a bar area.
A modern lounge area with leather seating, a bar, and ambient lighting.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1875 New Haven Rd, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, Blue Grass Entertainment Complex
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluegrass Speedway
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (King Poolside Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside (King Poolside Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Pool View (Queen Queen Poolside)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Pool View (Queen Queen Poolside)

  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (King Patio Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (King Patio Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (Queen Queen Patio)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio (Queen Queen Patio)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 King Bed (King Pool View Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed (King Pool View Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Queen Queen Pool View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View (Queen Queen Pool View)

  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio (King Patio Room Accessible)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio (King Patio Room Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 274 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room (Product API Enablement)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite)

  • 548 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE BASIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bardstown

In Bardstown .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Bluegrass Speedway and Blue Grass Entertainment Complex. Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral and Bardstown Art Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Blue Grass Entertainment Complex - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bluegrass Speedway - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bardstown Burger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Patron Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Trail Hotel

Enjoy 3 bars/lounges at this 4-star Bardstown hotel
The Trail Hotel offers its guests a sauna and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Trail Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bardstown hotel is smoke free.

  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Trail Hotel offers 95 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.54 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room bottled water
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

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 75 per pet, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open July 01 and close September 30.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Trail Hotel to the airport?

The Trail Hotel is 38.8 mi (43-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 The Trail Hotel?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Trail Hotel on Aug 9, 2026 start from $143, 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 The Trail Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Trail Hotel.

Does The Trail Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Trail Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Trail Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Trail Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Trail Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Trail Hotel have a pool?

The Trail Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does The Trail Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Trail Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Trail Hotel to downtown Bardstown?

The Trail Hotel is 1.9 mi away from Bardstown.

The Trail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 274 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay will stay again if i am in town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for staycation!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant! Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed stay. Food was good and we were very close to some of the distilleries in Bardstown. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was very cute and stylish.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hotel. Loved the bars restaurant and especially the pool/spa area. Everything was super clean. The rooms were amazing and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The speakeasy and restaurant was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Bartender was awesome room clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and wonderful staff. Speakeasy is awesome and pool area was very nice. Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were friendly from the front counter to the main bar and speakeasy .Rooms and grounds well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was best in area from my experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The bar was well stocked
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice hotel! The room was very clean and nice, along with the restaurant! The golf simulator and bourbon room was a nice amenity also. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Small property and all amenities are not inclusive, which can be misleading, but overall great a great spot. Great spot for a buisness trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful renovated hotel, food is amazing especially the corn bread 🙀 speech less
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere, the food, the room, the location. What a gorgeous hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!! What a vibe!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful, the staff friendly. Top notch experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and overall experience was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen Sammons

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar great. Hot tub not hot enough first day, then fine. Great staff, friendly, nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great and staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Very clean room, very helpful staff and a fabulous dinner at Oak and Ember onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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