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Carter Caves State Resort Park

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, near Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns

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Enjoy a meal in a rustic setting surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and window with curtains.
Kitchen features a sink, stove, dishwasher, and refrigerator.
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and dining area.
Sit by the rustic water tower and enjoy the serene natural surroundings.
In the heart of Carter Caves State Park, Carter Caves State Resort Park offers an adventure-filled escape. Enjoy mini golf, paddleboards, and hiking/biking trails or relax by the seasonal pool with free WiFi nearby. Families appreciate the playground and laundry facilities while Tierney's Cavern restaurant serves up delicious American cuisine for all ages.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Picnic area

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
$91 nightly
The total price is $100
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY, 41164

What's nearby

  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carter Caves State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kentucky Christian University - 23 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Grayson Lake State Park - 40 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State) - 46 min drive
  • Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tierney's Cavern Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Giovannis Pizza - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

When visiting Olive Hill, Carter Caves State Resort Park is a great choice to consider. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Tierney's Cavern, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor tennis court and a children's pool. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private picnics

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Children's menu
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Cave exploring
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Canoe
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Fishing

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Special features

Dining

Tierney's Cavern - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9 to 12 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to May 21:
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Day.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 7 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May 26 to September 04

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel
Carter Caves State Resort Olive Hill
Carter Caves State
Olive Hill Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Hotel Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel Olive Hill

Frequently asked questions

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Carter Caves State Resort Park does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10 AM to 7 PM.

Are pets allowed at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Carter Caves State Resort Park and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, kayaking, and mountain biking and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and spelunking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yes, Tierney's Cavern offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Carter Caves State Resort Park like?

Carter Caves State Resort Park is a short 1-minute walk from Carter Caves State Park Golf Course and 15 minutes' walk from Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Lodge
Restaurant
Trails
Caves
Forests
Food
Microwave
Balcony

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and close, with a lovely park nearby for hiking and relaxation. (4 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent meals with a variety of options at reasonable prices. (6 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the lodge was excellent with a nice menu and good service. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely setting!
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is super friendly, the location is really neat. The rooms are always clean, whenever I am in town visiting family I stay here.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Went out for a weekend family reunion. The hotel was clean, well lit parking and the staff were very friendly. The rooms were immaculate.
Vincenzo A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had a good time. The resort could use some updating badly but the staff was very friendly
Billie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is our second time coming with our dog but have visited years before. This was a perfect trip with our dog. Room was clean, friendly staff and great park to visit!
Kayla, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our one night stay.

We only stayed one night. We enjoyed the wildlife and the calm and serenity of the lodge. I never knew it existed but we will be back again.
Scott, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nothing fancy, had a bed to sleep in and a shower. Pretty average little motel
Maryellen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay
Janice, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean and comfortable There is a restaurant on the premises. The food and service was lacking. The manager was very understanding and comped my check 100%
SHAWN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

One night family stay while passing through. The pool was amazing, the caves were beautiful. When we got back to our room the air conditioner was not working. The staff at the front desk came right away and did her magic and it started cooling off right away. We will definitely be back for a longer stay.
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, quiet place
SUE, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It ended up turning out fine thanks to the girl at front desk at the park and being able to find
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It’s a pretty drive to get to the lodge. Trails to walk on. It is an older lodge but it’s clean and well kept. Our room had a balcony that looked out into the forest.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a enjoyable stay. A pipe broke in the kitchen and the water was off for a while. The food was really great. The patio door was damaged from the outside. I told the front desk,they were aware of the door. We really enjoyed our visit, we will be coming back
charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was helpful. Enjoyed the trails and caves in the park.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is a gem. The backdrop and trails are awesome and the place was very affordable.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a very nice place
Eva Michele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay at the resort from the beautiful drive in to checkout. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great guide for X cave tour. A wonderful state park
LaDonna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Excellent, I stayed in one of the cottages. It had all modern conveniences and was very quiet and the bed was quite comfortable. I felt safe and room was secure. Cottage had a nice kitchen, living room with fireplace, and a back Porch overlooking the woods. The cottage I was in had 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms . I will definitely be back next time I'm in area the cave tours were amazing and the hiking paths were as well.
john, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well marked hiking trails.
Shawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

ON SITE RESTAURANT WAS TERRIBLE! ROOMS WERE FABUL

The lodge and the room were exceptional. But... Whatever you do. DO NOT EAT AT THE LODGE RESTAURANT! Worst food we ever ate. Worst service we ever had. They kept coming out telling us that they were out of items we ordered. The food was terrible and cold. Or really burnt and still cold. We were there over 2 hours. It was really terrible.
Karen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very peaceful
Lydia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good property for a state park. Older, but well kept.
Todd, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is comfortable and clean. Restaurant is good, though prices are high. The lodge is in need of updating, in particular bathroom fixtures appear to be over 40 years old.
Jonathan, 2-night trip