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The Trail Hotel

4.0 star property

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3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, lobby lounge
Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk
Poolside bar
Lobby
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

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1875 New Haven Rd, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, Heaven Hill Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bourbon Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

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

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, desk

Room (Product API Enablement)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Prohibition Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Prohibition Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Mash Bill Suite Accessible) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mash Bill Suite Accessible)

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Trail Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Trail Suite)

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Cooperage Suite)

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Single Barrel Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Single Barrel Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Limestone Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Limestone Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Distillers Den Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite) | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed (The Still Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Trail Hotel

Hotel in Bardstown with bars/lounges and seasonal outdoor pool
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 3 bars/lounges and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk are on-site.
The Trail Hotel offers 95 accommodations with complimentary bottles of 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 a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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 and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at The Trail Hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Bluegrass Speedway. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 3 bars.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Bluegrass Speedway and Blue Grass Entertainment Complex
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at The Trail Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bardstown hotel is smoke free.

Oak & Ember – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Embers – On-site lobby lounge. Open daily.
The Bourbon Vault – On-site bar. Open daily.
The Bourbon Lounge – On-site lobby lounge. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 transport

  • 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

  • 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

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 50 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

The Trail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 86 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The Trail Hotel was very nice and updated. The staff was not very knowledgeable on the area. No transportation or concierge to advise on various activities. The food was very subpar and not good. We had a view of the highway .. we checked in early and had asked for a room by the pool and was advised that it was more money. The room was $400. Overall a 3 star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best that Bardstown has to offer.

I’m not a fan of “motel” style hotels. I’m still not, but it’s the best option in Bardstown. Nice pool, beautiful lobby, and the food in the restaurant needed more seasoning. The cleaning staff were very friendly and this was refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly friendly, and the reimagined property was fantastic. We were there for the Bourbon Trail so this was the perfect hotel for our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Georgina

Travelled with family
Better communication at check in. Restaurant needs a lot of work. Shouldn’t take 2 hours for dinner. Prices to do not reflect the quality of the food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

david

Travelled with partner
Was double charged on checkout. Had no blackout curtains in our room and lights shown right through. Shower didn’t drain very well. Restaurant was overwhelmed and half of my food was fresh and other half had been played mad was like warm. For the price it should have been exponentially better. As of now they are in desperate need of getting it together.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a Gem and Vision of a new Property! This Place is Great. And so fortunate to be some of the New Guests. Location is Great! Rooms are small but well done. I would suggest to not leave an empty roll of toilet paper for new guests. I would suggest to have information on dining and information menus in the rooms. This made for a hassle to have to call or go in person to know hours and items. We did do the Golf simulator multiple times and this was a Huge Hit! Great Job to incorporate that. Not having any Draft beer is disappointing but can be an easy Fix for Future. For breakfast the mini market 5star directly next store (1 minute walk) was the Best Option as they have Excellent Fresh Breakfast sandwiches! Found it too cold, expensive and too Formal for Breakfast in Lobby esp when kids involved. Staff was very Nice and Professional! Hope one Day there can be a gym option. I wud def recommend and look forward to stay again as we come every summer to Bardstown! Great Job!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has the upscale vibe, nice amenity's. Staff was nice. Rooms seemed small for a family but better for a couples stay. Needed a ice machine some where by the rooms. Bar was great
The pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie, Camby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spotless, beds slept beautifully and we absolutely loved our patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome transformation of an older motel. Great bars, pool and patio areas. Friendly staff! Rooms are nicely remodeled. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautifully renovated hotel. We are locals, but felt like we were out of town on vacation. The staff were super nice and went out of their way to accommodate our needs. We will definitely be back when we need a staycation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Argyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great combo of location for Bourbon Tours, amenities and food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic property. The golf simulator room was amazing and very reasonably priced. Food at the restaurant was excellent. The gift shop is very nice as well. The speak easy is a must for the bourbon lover to find rare and old bourbons.
Simulator room
Speak easy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Keep an eye on Kleenex and Toilet Paper
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is new and beautiful! A vibe of retro motor lodge meets luxe boutique. Hi o & chic at the same time. I sent as initially thrown off by the doors on the outside, but the Trail Hotel pulled it off! The lobby is beautiful with many spaces to sit in small groups & relax on gorgeous leather chairs & relax. The bar is gorgeous and cocktails are great! Steakhouse is delicious. There is a golf simulator that looks like a posh lounge that can be booked and a great speakeasy in the basement. The outdoor pool is in the center with a nice pool bar so you don’t have to go far to grab a drink & bask in the sun. The semi-submerged pool loungers are a nice touch. The gift shop offers some great items including their collection of bourbon & rye. Michael the bar manager (I believe?) was lovely & went over & above to create one of the best old fashioneds I’ve ever had. The rooms are tastefully decorated with a fridge & coffeemaker & the toiletries provided feel upgraded with travel m-size luxe body lotion, etc. Bed & pillows were comfy. There are wonderful fire pits with Adirondack chairs outside and our group loved gathering around the fire each night with a cocktail & stories from the day to share. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed our time. The hotel is new and they were somewhat under-staffed as evidenced upon check-in - we waited behind another couple who said they had been waiting a while with no one manning the front desk. This was rectified.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice rooms but just average as a whole

The hotel is still getting up to speed with their amenities given that they are still new. Rooms are nice and comfortable (A/c runs super loud all day and night long so be prepared for that). Restaurant service was not good - food took forever and came out at all different times. While they put a lot of $$ into the design, the hotel is really a motel that sits in the side of a highway. Their “patio view” which is an upgrade is a cement slab with a view of the highway and too hot to sit on in the warm weather as it faces sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and ambiance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist that checked us in was not happy nor helpful. However, the rest of the staff was amazing! We had a blast with the bartenders and management. Shoutout to Keaton and Austin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Trail has a lot of potential, and should grow into a wonderful space. We had one hiccup at checkin, and were told the incorrect room number, but that was fixed quickly. The lobby/lounge/bar/restaurant area is lovely, well appointed, but unfortunately they’re trying some sort of “signature smell” air freshener that made it unpleasant to stay in the lounge area. The rooms were nice, with fully renovated and spacious bathrooms. Really nice linens, but no place to hang them when not in use. No toilet lid on toilet, no exhaust fan in bathroom. The HVAC in the rooms is really, really loud. The pool area was VERY nice, lots of upgrades and a giant hottub. The outdoor patio areas were also nice. Every single thing other than your room and the pool is an extra charge. No free coffee in the morning. Want to check out the speakeasy? $15. The golf simulator, extra charge. I think over time as this “resort” evolves their approach will as well. Great potential.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025