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Cardinal Motel

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A room with a wooden floor, a white door, a framed floral artwork, a shelf with decorative items, and a wall-mounted mirror. - Cardinal Motel (Bowling Green)
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Located close to Western Kentucky University and Bowling Green Ballpark, Cardinal Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and a large mirror.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, and a bathroom mirror.

Basic Room, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a small round table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a small round table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bowling Green, Cardinal Motel is in the city center and near theme parks. Historic Railpark and Train Station and National Corvette Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center and Beech Bend Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bowling Green Ballpark. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Bowling Green travel guide
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1310 US 31 West Bypass, Bowling Green, KY, 42101

What's nearby

  • A bronze statue of a man and two children in a park with an archway and a building in the background.
    Fountain Square Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Western Kentucky University
    9 min walk - 0.5 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

  • Wk El Maz
    18 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    6 min walk
  • Great American Donut Shop
    12 min walk
  • Mellow Mushroom
    15 min walk
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    17 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 10 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 00123531-001

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardinal Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per night and a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cardinal Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Cardinal Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cardinal Motel located?

Located in the heart of Bowling Green, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green Ballpark, and Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center. Historic Railpark and Train Station and Lost River Cave are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cardinal Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 285 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean bathroom and bedroom area. Conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a nice little motel. The owner is very professional and available. The room itself is small, but just right for a stop over on our way home. We appreciated the ability to easily bring our things in and the bar that made it nice for an evening snack.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an old-time court-style motel where you park outside your room, nice if you are traveling by motorcycle. The room was nice, the shower hot, the bathroom modern, the bed comfortable. No pool or restaurant, but a good price and a good night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Overall, we had a good stay. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only issues were that the room could have used more towels, and the shower pressure was a little too strong for our preference. Other than that, everything was great, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremely nice and updated motel. My husband and I both agreed it is by far the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed. The area was safe and there was lots to do close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We have stayed here everytime we visit our daughter. The manager is so friendly, always greets us with a smile. The rooms are clean and we feel completely safe staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very small room, but affordable, and very nice! Super clean, looked like a fresh renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, friendly staff, I’ll definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very very clean place. Looks like a brand new motel inside and out. In a quiet part of town close to nice coffee shop. Old style drive up motel with updates. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room - Spencer’s coffee across the road. I’d take a clean motel room at a lower price and pay for a better quality breakfast any day over a “continental” at a higher priced chain. Perfect for a comfortable sleep stop on the road between Florida and home
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The room was exceptionally clean. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great convenient location and the rooms were very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room very quiet area felt safe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Modern rooms, friendly staff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very Clean Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Small rooms but so clean and nice. Perfect for just a over night!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very new, clean, comfy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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Friendly Staff and Extremely Clean! Loved the shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Needed somewhere that felt quick, clean, and safe. Parking lot is well lit. Overnight, the office is locked so you have to speak to attendant through a little window, and it was a little hard to hear him, but check in was quick. The room we stayed in seemed updated fairly recently. The whole building seemed that way actually. Single queen bed room, only 2 pillows. Soaps weren’t fancy or anything, but it’s enough if you’re just stopping through. If you’re bougie, bring your own comfort items lol.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026