Barren River Lake State Resort Park

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Located close to Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Barren River Lake State Resort Park provides a golf course, a marina, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with water skiing, motor boating, and kayaking. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Driftwood, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, volleyball, and rowing/canoeing. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

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

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
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lakeside

  • Park view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Lucas, Barren River Lake State Resort Park is in a state park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Barren River Lake State Resort Park and Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum, while Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo and Beech Bend Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kentucky Downs. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, cave exploring, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Lucas travel guide
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1149 State Park Road, Lucas, KY, 42156

What's nearby

  • A large body of water surrounded by green fields and scattered houses.
    Barren River Lake
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A cave with stalactites and stalagmites, a metal railing, and a person standing near the railing.
    Mammoth Cave National Park
    38 min drive - 57.9 km
  • A red vintage car on display with a Mobilgas sign in the background.
    National Corvette Museum
    43 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Barren River Lake State Resort Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Beech Bend Park
    55 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paradise Point Market Place
    6 min drive
  • Rusty’s Lakeside Pub
    6 min drive
  • The Landing
    13 min drive

About this property

Barren River Lake State Resort Park

  • Hotel near Barren River Lake State Resort Park
  • At Barren River Lake State Resort Park, you can look forward to a golf course, a marina, and a terrace. With water skiing, motor boating, and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Driftwood, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, volleyball, and rowing/canoeing. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and express check-out
    • A 24-hour front desk, motorized watercraft on site, and wedding services
    • A banquet hall, a ballroom, and a vending machine
  • Room features
  • All 73 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Driftwood
  • Highland Pub

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,500 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1971
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 14 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
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
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Barren River Lake State Resort Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 7 to May 22. The property will be renovating the pool from February 1 2026 to February 1 2027 (completion date subject to change). The pool is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Is Barren River Lake State Resort Park pet-friendly?

Yes, Barren River Lake State Resort Park allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee 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 time is check-in at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Barren River Lake State Resort Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Barren River Lake State Resort Park located?

Situated in Lucas, this beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Barren River Lake State Resort Park and within 32 mi (52 km) of Dinosaur World and National Corvette Museum. Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum and Mammoth Cave National Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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