Cardinal Motel

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Housekeeping

24/7 front desk

Air conditioning

Parking included

Free WiFi

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1310 US 31 West Bypass, Bowling Green, KY, 42101

Western Kentucky University
8 min walk
E. A. Diddle Arena
16 min walk
Fountain Square Park
20 min walk
Bowling Green, KY (BWG-Bowling Green-Warren County)
3 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Basic Room, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Breakfast included

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Western Kentucky University

This motel features a 24-hour front desk, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Other amenities include a vending machine.

Cardinal Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Cardinal Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Western Kentucky University. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.

Free WiFi
Free self parking
Amenities include a vending machine
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
8 minutes by foot from Western Kentucky University and a 3-minute drive from Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

Cardinal Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Cardinal Motel was completed in June 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bowling Green motel.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

Microwave
Fridge

Conveniences

Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

If you have any 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

Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property – June 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels

Entertainment

40-inch LED TV
TV channels
Premium channels

Food and drink

Free bottled water
Microwave
Fridge

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 10 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Cardinal Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Motel

Cardinal Motel Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Motel Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cardinal Motel is TOPS

This motel was the cleanest motel I've stayed in for years bar none. Everything inside and out was clean, neat and well managed.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel stay

Was completely surprised to see a motel so clean and comfortable. We will go here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

2 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very pleasant and clean!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Autumn

Travelled with family

29 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family

27 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property has been completely updated. The room was great, comfortable and clean. The outside retains the vintage vibe that drew us here in the first place. The guy at the desk was friendly and was very interested in what we thought about the property.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

16 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Newer property. Very well taken care of. Everything is very clean from the room to the entire property. The owner and his family were all very nice and always making sure everything was good. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

12 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

17 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura, Portland

3 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Second time staying here. We had an event locally that started before check-in time, so we asked to park our car since we were taking Uber. Turns out our room was ready so they let us check in early and keep our stuff safely in the room. They were wonderful! Super clean room again, quiet location, great price. Definitely our go-to in that area to stay!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

HeatherRae

26 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I chose this motel because of a previous Travelocity review. And they were spot on. It is a small motel that may not look AMAZING from the outside but everything is brand new inside. I have never seen such clean bathrooms at a motel/hotel. The decor is a bit old looking in the room but who cares! It’s spotless. The staff is so friendly. I would highly recommend this motel.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shawn

29 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room is small but clean and perfect for overnight traveling. Would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Travelled with partner

18 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This has to be the nicest affordable motel I've stayed in. The space was immaculate, everything was new (I learned from elsewhere that this motel had been hit by the tornado back in 2021), and it was very quiet. The only thing about the room is the bed was quite hard, but not unbearable. Check-in was quickish, although a little odd. Normally staff fills out any papers besides signatures or makes a copy of ID but instead I was given a slip with the same information requests listed multiple times and not instructed how much actually needed filled out. It seemed redundant but I also didn't want to leave anything blank so I felt silly either way. Aside from that insignificant notation, this will definitely be my first choice for a stay if we return to Bowling Green again in the future.

4/10 Poor

David

17 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

I needed a place to stay near my mom's house while my brother and I worked to repair her water. I reserved with Cardinal Motel. I arrived Wednesday night for a late check-in. The person who came out to help me was unfriendly, and when I tried to ask about internet she pointed to the door and told me "You can go now" three times in a row, so I left instead of pushing harder. Probably should have. I was told that this was the hotel where parolees were first released for a place to stay. The room was clean as was the outside, but there were a lot of full rooms with no cars. My brother arrived to help me, and I did not know that he and his girlfriend were traveling together. They arrived Thursday morning, with her registered service dog. I did not know about the dog coming, so apparently I was put in a Non-pet room, and even though the site says pet friendly, I was charged for the service dog. The dog just came into the room during the visit on Thursday, but did not stay overnight. Although I didn't like how it was handled, I'm not going to challenge the $75 fee, but I do want to warn those with service animals that you will pay a fee regardless . I thought that is not legal, but I am not certain. Here is where it got strange. I was told that they have video proof of the animal in my room. Does that mean there are cameras in the rooms?

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Travelled with family

5 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Travelled with family

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

convenience

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Travelled with family

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little find!!

Such a great little find! Adorable little motel. On the small side but not uncomfortably so and expected in a traditional motel. beautifully new and well maintained. Clearly a family business and staff was so friendly, helpful and kind. Super convenient to campus, food and shopping. Amazing value for the price!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

10 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bargain Beauty

Recently totally remodeled, clean, relatively quiet location. Love being able to park right outside of the room. Inexpensive.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

7 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

What a stellar motel! I can’t give this place a higher rating. I stopped here for an overnight stay during the Thanksgiving holiday. I only stayed long enough to shower and sleep, and it was kind of a bummer because this is the kind of place you WANT to stay a little longer! My hotel room was recently renovated, very clean, and very modern. If you look at the pictures of the King rooms in the review photos you’ll see a beautifully furnished, contemporary room. That’s exactly what you get, but it’s just so much cuter in person! I was so pleased with my stay. The shower was brand new, large, and SO clean. The bed was very comfortable. Everything about this motel exceeded my expectations. If I’m ever driving through this part of the country again I will stay here with absolutely no hesitation! I might even go an hour out of my way, honestly. What a breath of fresh air on cross country road trip! Thank you Cardinal Motel!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family

13 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cleanest Hotel I’ve ever stayed in !

Very Clean Place. Quiet too. Staff is Friendly and Hard working !

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family

11 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent motel stay

Very friendly staff. Super clean remodeled rooms. I will stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Freshly redone

The outside of the motel has been completely updated, as well as the lobby. Our room (103) was 100 percent remodeled. I assume the others were done also. It was so nice to be in a newly done room!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023