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Cardinal Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1310 US 31 West Bypass, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
  • Place, Western Kentucky University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bowling Green Ballpark
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bowling Green

City center stay.Stay at this Bowling Green motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Western Kentucky University and 2 miles (3 km) of Bowling Green Ballpark. Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center and Historic Railpark and Train Station are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Western Kentucky University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fountain Square Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • E. A. Diddle Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bowling Green Ballpark - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Great American Donut Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wk El Maz - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Cardinal Motel

Motel near Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green
Cardinal Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Cardinal Motel was completed in June 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bowling Green motel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2023
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cardinal Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 10 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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 deposit: USD 75 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of 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, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 00123531-001

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Cardinal Bowling Green
Cardinal Motel Bowling Green
Cardinal Motel Motel
Cardinal Motel Bowling Green
Cardinal Motel Motel Bowling Green

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cardinal Motel to the airport?

Cardinal Motel is 70.1 mi (73-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 Cardinal Motel?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinal Motel on Jun 9, 2026 start from $107, 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 Cardinal Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cardinal Motel.

Does Cardinal Motel offer free breakfast?

Cardinal Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cardinal Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Cardinal Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Cardinal Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Cardinal Motel have a pool?

Cardinal Motel does not have a pool.

Does Cardinal Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Cardinal Motel to downtown Bowling Green?

Cardinal Motel is 0.9 mi away from Bowling Green.

Cardinal Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 268 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Vintage motel well maintaimed and seeming fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

The room was exceptionally clean. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, I’ll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WALTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Clean Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room very quiet area felt safe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very new, clean, comfy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms but so clean and nice. Perfect for just a over night!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and out. Very clean outside and the rooms were clean and tidy. The staff was friendly. The area was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As another review mentioned, no coffee of breakfast, but there is a good reasonably priced coffee shop with breakfast items across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Punkin E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest room ever ! Staff very helpful. Highly recommend. We were so pleased with this motel. This beats big hotels any day. Breakfast at ConCons a mile away was icing on the cake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great place to spend the night!

The motel was small but looked renovated- everything was in new condition. The rooms were new and well cared for. Everyone was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great convenient location and the rooms were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Modern rooms, friendly staff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very quite and very clean and just where we needed to be close to where out appointment was set up
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Excellent

Fantastic small motel! Was the closest lodging to the Skypac. Clean, remodeled, and well cared for. Can't say enough good about it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property that has been completely remodeled. Had a great stay. Very clean & staff was very nice. Will stay there again. Barbara
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Ok spot to catch some sleep along your way, but not a great spot to spend a weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second stay, same room. Still clean, great family running the place! Quiet neighborhood behind the hotel to walk my dogs. Best of all even though I’m in a pet room, my room DID NOT smell like dogs! Very affordable and safe choice that I will make again! Thanks, Cardinal!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay very clean, quite, will stay there on next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TODD

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Holden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Just ok

I slept alright, but the bed was hard, room was nice though, so was bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. Very clean. Very modern. And I like the colors of the building. The only issue, and this is the case at many motels, is that the wall heater is very loud when it goes on and off. Actually, thinking about it, if it had a continuous fan option, that would help. I should have checked. Many motels lack the continuous fan option. Any, this is not a big deal. Importantly, very nice, modern, clean room. And it was quite with respect to noise from people. Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a pleasant stay for my family. The staff was friendly, and the rooms(we had 2) were clean and nicely decorated. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I appreciate the effort and thought of renovating older motels into something nice like this place. Very well done! Brewery coffee shop and restaurants all walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025