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The Trail Hotel

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Consider a stay at The Trail Hotel and take advantage of a firepit, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an outdoor entertainment area. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Oak & Ember, serves dinner. In addition to 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bourbon Suite)

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bardstown is home to The Trail Hotel. Blue Grass Entertainment Complex and Bardstown Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Shaq & Coco and At Mary's. Visit our Bardstown travel guide
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1875 New Haven Rd, Bardstown, KY, 40004

What's nearby

  • Federal Hall, the home that inspired Stephen Foster's song My Ol Kentucky Home, now sits in a state park in Kentucky
    My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Blue Grass Entertainment Complex
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bluegrass Speedway
    15 min walk - 0.8 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
  • Willett Distillery
    10 min drive
  • El Patron Mexican Grill
    7 min drive
  • Scout & Scholar Brewing
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Embers
  • Oak & Ember
  • The Bourbon Lounge
  • The Bourbon Vault

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to September 30

Frequently asked questions

Does The Trail Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Trail Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Trail Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Trail Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Trail Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Trail Hotel located?

Situated in Bardstown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bluegrass Speedway and Blue Grass Entertainment Complex. Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral and Bardstown Art Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Trail Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 224 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe and comfy beds! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel! Nice restaurant and bars. Great for bourbon lovers!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun environment with convenience of a restaurant and loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, located close to town. Hotel lobby and restaurant were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful. And, the bar and restaurant were very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property conveniently located off Jay in Bardstown. Wonderful restaurant, lg comfortable room. Nice pool, bar. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the pool in the center of the rooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

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

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautifully renovated property perfect for bourbon lovers! The bar and speakeasy are fantastic as is the restaurant. The one thing to keep in mind is the hotel is not within walking distance of downtown. We were able to schedule taxis after talking to the hotel staff. Definitely a great place to stay in Bardstown!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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

Selenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Trail Hotel is not A hotel on the bourbon trail, it is THE hotel. Over the past 12 months, my husband and I have made several trips to bourbon country. We've stayed in historic hotels, boutique hotels, and chain hotels. The Trail Hotel is by far the hotel we've enjoyed the most. The facility has been completely rennovated and includes a nice pool, a huge hot tub, a well stocked bar, and fabulous on-site dining. It's conveniently located near many regional attractions. I plan to make The Trail Hotel a regular on future trips to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

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

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check in didn’t go very smoothly. The front desk clerk charged 3 of our cards after telling my husband the all showed errors, he also did not check us in for our reservation so we were in the system as no show. When our room was ready our keys were not programmed. We did utilize the pool and pool bar until our room was ready. The pool and pool bar were fabulous. Our room was not impressive but it was a standard and it was clean and efficient for a one night stay. We ate dinner at the on site restaurant, the service and food were phenomenal, as was the atmosphere. We sat outside by one of the fire pits for a bit, the area was perfect for drinks and conversation. Our stay was pleasant for the most part just a slight mix up with check in they will hopefully correct. I would highly recommend for singles, couples and families!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for a get away. Food was good, service was excellent. Front desk was exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, comfy beds, great pool and large nice hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and the room was beautiful and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We had breakfast at the restaurant and it was amazing. Just a beautiful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic hotel. They knocked it out of the park with this one. Already planning a trip back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and new facility. Clean and comfortable we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff & breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025