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Cardinal Motel

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Western Kentucky University

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Two beds with dark headboards and white bedding, a vibrant accent wall, and a framed artwork adorn this inviting space.
Cozy retreat with a door leading to another room, a window with a decorative wreath, and a shelf with a potted plant and framed picture.
Cardinal Motel features a striking bird sculpture at its entrance, set against a traditional building with a yellow facade and green trim.
Hotel features a two-story structure with a main entrance and parking lot.
Bathroom features a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.
At Cardinal Motel, discover a welcoming retreat near Western Kentucky University. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy convenient perks like 24-hour front desk service and free self parking. The helpful staff has won over guests' hearts.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
The current price is $90
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Western Kentucky University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bowling Green Ballpark - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lost River Cave - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • National Corvette Museum - 9 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Novo Dolce Gastro Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Great American Donut Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cliffs of Moher Irish Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪White Squirrel Brewery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Cardinal Motel

When you stay at Cardinal Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Western Kentucky University and National Corvette Museum. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Beech Bend Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 10 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2023

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 75 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number 00123531-001

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

Does Cardinal Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cardinal Motel 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.

Are pets allowed at Cardinal Motel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 10 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 75 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Cardinal Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cardinal Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Cardinal Motel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Western Kentucky University (8-min walk) and Bowling Green Ballpark (1.4 mi), along with Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (1.4 mi) and Historic Railpark and Train Station (1.8 mi).

What's the area around Cardinal Motel like?

Cardinal Motel is in the heart of Bowling Green, a short 8-minute walk from Western Kentucky University and 20 minutes' walk from Fountain Square Park.

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Cardinal Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Bed
Tornado
Family friendly
Shower
Coffee shop
Outdoor
Microwave
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean/Safe/Perfect!

Old school motel - but renovated and super clean! Owners seem to live on site and were able to direct me to local dining and where I could safely walk my dogs… I even saw them out walking too - indicating the level of neighborhood safety! Though the hotel’s front is on a business street, there is a quiet neighborhood right behind it. Across the street you can find a great coffee shop/breakfast place and you’re super convenient to the historic downtown. This place is a rare gem of safety and cleanliness for a reasonable price!
Nichole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I appreciate the effort and thought of renovating older motels into something nice like this place. Very well done! Brewery coffee shop and restaurants all walking distance.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Modern rooms, friendly staff, very clean
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, safe, and convenient

Second time staying here. No fancy bells and whistles but the place is spotless and safe. Very convenient to WKU. Will probably stay here again next year.
Gary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

1 night for concert

The room only had 2 pillows and my husband has a pillow addiction. Other tian that, new motel. Very clean. Comfortable bed. Easy friendly checkin. Convenient to SKyPAC.
Martha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great place to stay very clean, quite, will stay there on next trip.
Carlton, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very happy with our stay.
TODD, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room is small but clean and perfect for overnight traveling. Would stay here again.
Shawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Motel stay

Was completely surprised to see a motel so clean and comfortable. We will go here again.
Liane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Travelled here for a big Corvette event in town. The Cardinal was very clean and very affordable. Will definitely be back!
Dean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
john, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant and clean!
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Price and clean
Ronald, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly Staff and Extremely Clean! Loved the shower!
Leonard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent motel stay

Very friendly staff. Super clean remodeled rooms. I will stay here again.
Melinda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, staff friendly. If you’re looking for affordable and no frills lodging, this is your place!
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cardinal hotel

Cardinal hotel was one of the cleanest hotels I've been in, in a while will def stay again.
Warren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Barbara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
RANDALL, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful and friendly. The motel seemed brand new - spotless and perfectly maintained.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access to downtown
Alexander, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay!

Great experience. Extremely clean. Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Amie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cleanest Hotel I’ve ever stayed in !

Very Clean Place. Quiet too. Staff is Friendly and Hard working !
Joseph, 3-night trip