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Barren River Lake State Resort Park

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with golf course, near Barren River Lake State Resort Park

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By the lake, Barren River Lake State Resort Park offers a scenic escape with golfing, water sports, and pool views at Driftwood restaurant. Enjoy beachfront activities like kayaking and motor boating or unwind on the terrace with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Marina
  • Golf course
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside | Garden view

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside

  • Park view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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1149 State Park Road, Lucas, KY, 42156

What's nearby

  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mammoth Cave National Park - 38 min drive - 57.9 km
  • National Corvette Museum - 43 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Western Kentucky University - 49 min drive - 58.6 km
  • Beech Bend Park - 55 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pages Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Point Market Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zack's Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rusty’s Lakeside Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Country Bakery - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

  • At Barren River Lake State Resort Park, you'll have access to onsite water skiing and kayaking. The 2 outdoor tennis courts and outdoor pool provide recreation options for everyone. Offering pool views, Driftwood serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a golf course, a marina, and a bar/lounge.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 73 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

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

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Motor boating
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Water skiing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1500 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1971
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Golf course on site
  • An outdoor pool
  • Marina
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 8 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Driftwood - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Highland Pub - Overlooking the garden, this pub specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 13 2026 to May 27 2027 (dates subject to change).
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
  • Guestrooms
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Swimming pool

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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to August
  • Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

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.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Barren River Lake State Resort Park Lucas
Barren River Lake State Park Lucas
Barren River Lake State Park
Barren River State Park
Barren River Lake Hotel
Barren River Lake Resort Lodge And Cottages Hotel Bowling Green
Barren River State Park Lucas
Barren River Lake State Resort Park Hotel
Barren River Lake State Resort Park Lucas
Barren River Lake State Resort Park Hotel Lucas

Frequently asked questions

Is Barren River Lake State Resort Park currently open?

This property is closed from April 13 2026 to May 27 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Barren River Lake State Resort Park offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barren River Lake 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 Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Barren River Lake State Resort Park and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, water skiing, and rowing, and practice your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball and volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Barren River Lake State Resort Park also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Yes, Driftwood offers alfresco dining, American cuisine, and garden views.

Does Barren River Lake State Resort Park have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

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Reviews

Barren River Lake State Resort Park Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The park was well maintained, safe, and convenient. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great, with a good selection and friendly staff willing to accommodate dietary restrictions. (4 reviews)
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Golf
Breakfast

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

The view of the sunset ovwr the river was amazing! The staff was very courteous.
Kelly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The stay is simple yet very comfortable with access to hikes, bike trails and water activities!
Andrey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great park. Well maintained, safe and convenient. Will definitely be back.
Shirley, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, room was clean and comfortable, and the balcony was delightful. We were there right before peak season so nothing was open (restaurants, pool, etc) but the facility itself was nice.
Toby, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to get away for a few days. Nice beach and on site restaurant provides an all inclusive experience.
Pamela, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in a cabin which was very nice. Lots of room and very clean.
Denise, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a great stay. Some of the facilities need to be updated/repaired. The staff is excellent. The food is wonderful, good prices & great service.
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great vacation spot

A family friendly state park. You can play golf, swim in the lake or pool, hike, and ride bikes. The staff is very accommodating to all your needs.
Timothy H, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful area. The staff is wonderful. Helpful and friendly. The park is clean. The rooms are inviting.
Gabriel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great overnight stay

Spent one night while traveling from North Carolina to Missouri. Room was very clean and comfortable. Decor was a little dated. Had breakfast in the restaurant. Food was very good and some of the best prices we have seen recently. Service was over the top.
stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lodge Rooms are outdated! Needs new furniture, paint, doors, curtains, and mini blinds! Refrigerators, Microwaves, and Big Screen Tv's on a wall mount need to be included in each lodge room because there are days the lodge restaurant is not open to serve food! The outside patio of my lodge room was dirty and entire place needs to be pressure washed! The outdoor pool is very nice, and the grounds was clean and mowed!! Customer Service is excellent and very accomodating at the front desk!
Rena, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It is due for update. Pool was great. Karen in the Lodge dining was EXCELLENT!!! Food was very good. All the folks we encountered who worked at Barren were delightful. The bar was not open- due to lack of help. Our room was clean, a bit musty & needs an update. But, we understand it on the calendar.
LeAnn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the facility & staff! So sad that the pool was closed for maintenance. That was one of the reasons for going.
Shelly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

What A View!

Beautiful view of lake from balcony. Easy check in. Only disappointment was pool under construction.
View of lake from our balcony!
Gail, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the quiet, beautiful property during the 1st week of October. Lakeside sunsets were amazing! The villa was clean and comfortable. Loved convenient restaurant and pub on property with reasonable prices and friendly staff. Went to Crystal Onyx cave and rented a pontoon from the Narrows Marina. Our first trip to Kentucky from Indiana and we look forward to another visit.
Angie, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay

We visited frim out of state for the first time. We stayed in the lodge. You can tell they are older buildings but kept very clean. Our room was very roomy and comfortable. It would be nice to have a little mini fridge to keep cold drinks or left overs from the restaurant but otherwise it was a good stay.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spectacular location!

Needed a place to stay when buying a new truck from a local place. Being from CT and not knowing the area, we found this place was really close to the truck sales place, and very reasonably priced! We were very pleased to see how clean and well kept the rooms and property was. The breakfast was great too. We would have loved to explore the park more if we had more time. If we are ever back in the area, this is definitely the place we will stay at!! Thank you for a great stay making it an acceptional trip!
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and budget friendly

This place was fantastically clean. I’m usually very picky about cleanliness and I can’t think of a single thing I wasn’t impressed with. It’s not fancy (no big screen TVs, no mini fridge or microwaves in the lodge rooms, no dining options aside from the buffet), but with a little planning and willingness to pack some snacks this is a great budget friendly option for a weekend getaway. Our room had its own private balcony overlooking the sunset side of the lake and it was gorgeous every night!
Melinda, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Make no mistake, this isn't for everyone. It's old with lots of bugs but for some people, the amenities will make up for that. Beautiful area with a balcony looking out over a lake with a pool, golf course, trails and horses. Facility could stand to be updated and needs a refrigerator in the rooms but you can't beat all the extras if you enjoy the outdoors. Bring or buy a citronella candle and enjoy.
Kathy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Plan on waking up early.

It was a nice park. Hotel wasn't anything special. Comfortable bed, dated rooms. You hear everything in the connecting rooms. No fridg or microwave even though the cabinets were made for them. Pool still under construction. The park staff was nice enough to mow the grass right outside everyones room at 7:55 In the morning. Brilliant. That should say somthing about the way the property is managed.
Norman, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Restful weekend

I cannot say enough good things about the staff: friendly, welcoming, and incredibly overworked. They did everything possible to make our stay comfortable. We spent some time at the bar and discovered some serious stock shortages. They were out of several popular beers, and no ginger ale. But the live music was enjoyable and again, the staff hustled nonstop. The lodge is showing its age. Water pressure in the bathroom was a trickle, forcing us to brush our teeth in the tub. The bathroom and balcony doors were out of square and wouldn’t close. Despite some quirks, we truly enjoyed our visit. It’s beautiful, quiet, peaceful and staffed by great folks.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It's a beautiful resort. It's a shame that more care and attention to the fantastic facility is not taken. Old accumulated Leaves in the breezeways, broken parking lot lights, the pool was down (and this was June!) for remodeling. . . So much more could be done with this place. The staff was very kind upon arrival and throughout - but when we couldn't get in our room because the key wouldn't work (second time) the front desk had a sign which said "be right back" - We waited and waited and several staff passed us - finally we walked to the dining entrance (where they could see us) and the young lady was talking with the hostess, apparently getting dinner. That's fine! Everyone needs to eat! But it was late and we had already walked up to our room, then waited for another ten minutes - no apology - very unprofessional.
Sonya, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed 1 night. Staff at check in was super friendly and even let us switch our room when we discovered ours involved stairs. Staff at check out was equally nice, although we did have to wait a bit as they were very busy. We ate dinner at the restaurant and although the menu was small the food was great. Service was good there as well, they let us move to a table by the window. Free breakfast had plenty to choose from, and once again customer service went above and beyond because they made plain oatmeal and decaf coffee special for me due to my dietary restrictions. State Park had very nice beach and marina, would love to visit during the summer. Views from the restaurant and our hotel room were beautiful, loved the balcony. On the down side we were afraid to sit on the chairs because they were old, kind of rusty metal and we thought they may break with our weight. Bathroom ceiling was cracked/peeling. Lamps and walls could have used a cleaning. Air/Heat unit was noisy at times. No fridge/microwave. But overall it was a very nice experience and great value for the price. Highly recommend.
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Rough night

Well to start off our first room reeked of musty smell.. Went back to the service desk and explained the situation she gave us another room. It to had a slight musty smell, but not nearly as bad as first.. the door was sticking not sure I would’ve been able to get the door open by myself . But the room was clean it was dated, but it was clean, Bed and linens were sufficient, Was a little disappointed the pool was not open. Looks like it’s going to be a longtime, Before it will be done lol. And not of their-own fault the lake/beach was not available .. Which was one of the reasons I picked the place! Place can use some updating between musty smells and doors not opening properly, and blinds being in poor condition.. it gave it a look of unkept. The railings outside are in dire need of help. Just needs some updating… Heavy maintenance . Also, I’d like to mention there is no small refrigerator in there which would be nice for guest as they Are staying for a day or more! And let’s remember there’s no free breakfast like most hotels have in the morning although there is a restaurant it’s not free .. i’m trying to be positive, but the place missed the mark it lacked.. probably would not stay there again bottom line .. Maybe I would try a cottage maybe not!
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I love this place, and I cannot wait to return!
Christopher, 2-night trip