Barren River Lake State Resort Park

3.5 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Barren River Lake State Resort Park

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Enjoy serene waterfront views and easy access to a variety of boats at this marina.
Relax in the LARGE lounge with a sofa, armchairs, and flat-screen TV.
Relax in comfort under a shaded umbrella, surrounded by a tranquil beach scene with a small pool and serene views.
Two single beds with white linens, a dresser, and flat-screen TV in a clean and modern room.
Relax on the deck with a view of the surrounding forest, where you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and take in the lush greenery.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 84 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • 111 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1149 State Park Road, Lucas, KY, 42156

What's nearby

  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Barren River Lake - 20 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 45 min drive - 34.8 miles
  • National Corvette Museum - 56 min drive - 33.0 miles
  • Western Kentucky University - 59 min drive - 41.0 miles

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Country Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Point Market Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mingles Out By The Lake - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

Hotel near Barren River Lake State Resort Park
At Barren River Lake State Resort Park, you can look forward to a golf course, a marina, and a terrace. With a beachfront location, water skiing, and rowing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Driftwood, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Enjoy onsite activities like hiking/biking, motor boating, and basketball. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and express check-out
  • A banquet hall, a ballroom, and a reception hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and motorized watercraft on site
Room features
All 73 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Driftwood
  • Highland Pub

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,500 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 7 to May 22:
  • Beach
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from February 1 2026 to February 1 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Barren River Lake State Resort Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 7 to May 22. The pool is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Is Barren River Lake State Resort Park pet-friendly?

Yes, Barren River Lake State Resort Park allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Barren River Lake State Resort Park located?

This Lucas hotel is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Barren River Lake State Resort Park, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Dinosaur World and National Corvette Museum. Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum and Mammoth Cave National Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Barren River Lake State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

8.6

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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