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Cardinal Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, walk to Western Kentucky University

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Front of property
Basic Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom
Front of property
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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1310 US 31 West Bypass, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
  • Popular LocationWestern Kentucky University8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowling Green Ballpark4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Corvette Museum11 min drive
  • AirportNashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)72 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Room, Non Smoking

Basic Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel places you in the centre of Bowling Green, within just a 10-minute stroll of Western Kentucky University and within 30 minutes of Bowling Green Ballpark. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Bowling Green motel include Lost River Cave and National Corvette Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Western Kentucky University - 8 min walk
  • Bowling Green Ballpark - 4 min drive
  • Lost River Cave - 5 min drive
  • National Corvette Museum - 11 min drive
  • Beech Bend Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Novo Dolce Gastro Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Great American Donut Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Cardinal Motel

Motel with free parking, walk to Western Kentucky University
Cardinal Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2023
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cardinal Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping

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

  • Building
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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: 5 AM
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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cardinal Motel?

Cardinal Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Cardinal Motel?

As of 29 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinal Motel on 9 Jul 2024 start from NZ$175.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Cardinal Motel?

Yep, Cardinal Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cardinal Motel?

No, Cardinal Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cardinal Motel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Cardinal Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Paul Walker Golf Course is a short 11-minute walk away.

Cardinal Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 191 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 191 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shawn

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
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

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
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Travelled with family
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

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

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
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
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

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

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second stay here, and will probably stay again. Early, convenient check in with a friendly staff. Beds were comfortable and the bathrooms are well lit and a good shower head. Fridge, microwave and a blow dryer come in handy of course.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly. The motel seemed brand new - spotless and perfectly maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything in the room looked brand new. It was incredibly clean, and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
All new. Service was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RANDALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
VERY NIDE MOTEL
My stay at the Cardinal Motel was a very excellent stay, the room was very nice and very clean, I will be staying there on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly. Beds were very comfortable, the only thing I would say to improve on would be a coffee pot in the room, however Bowling Green has a coffee shop on every corner. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel had been rebuilt after the tornado and is in pristine condition. We loved everything about it and would make it our first choice when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cardinal hotel
Cardinal hotel was one of the cleanest hotels I've been in, in a while will def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay!
Great experience. Extremely clean. Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hud

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a property that was ravaged by a hurricane. Everything is brand new. The staff went out of their way to make sure we were satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was showroom new, which i liked. If i had any tips to share it would be to add a table lamp or 2 because the overhead lighting was really bright and i wanted just a glow in the room while i read and relaxed. The walls are a bit "thin" and i could hear the family of 4 in the next room, not horrible but it was audible. Overall i would stay here again. Good job yall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023