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Red Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast

Red Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast

Red Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
18.4 km from John Barr Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
"We stayed at the Red Rose Inn for my husband’s Birthday. It is very quaint and the hosts are amazing. They had charcuterie out for us when we arrived and a delicious breakfast in the morning. The house is a block from all that downtown Bardstown has of offer. I highly recommend staying here!"
United States
Eric
The price is P12,831
P14,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Red Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
3.0 star property
12.5 km from John Barr Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (239)
"Nice place to spend time with family outside the rooms."
United States
Christopher
The price is P5,755
P6,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
Restaurant
Jailer's Inn

Jailer's Inn

Jailer's Inn
3.5 star property
18.1 km from John Barr Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (199)
"Really enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Brian
The price is P10,012
P11,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Jailer's Inn
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville
2.5 star property
Hillview, 20 km from John Barr Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (409)
"Breakfast was good"
United States
Chantal
The price is P5,461
P6,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville
Reception
Distill-Inn

Distill-Inn

Distill-Inn
2.5 star property
17 km from John Barr Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1408)
"Great location, super modern, clean hotel. "
United States
Lynne
The price is P5,940
P6,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Distill-Inn
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Bardstown Motor Lodge

Bardstown Motor Lodge

Bardstown Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
18.9 km from John Barr Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (168)
"great plce"
United States
Dan
The price is P5,244
P5,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Bardstown Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio
Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
2.5 star property
Hillview, 20 km from John Barr Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (840)
"Excellent service from check in to check out highly recommend very clean "
United States
Rebecca
The price is P4,767
P5,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
Lunch and dinner served
Talbott Inn

Talbott Inn

Talbott Inn
3.5 star property
18.1 km from John Barr Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (694)
"Accommodations were great, excellent location and staff was very friendly. The food at the restaurant was good and we really enjoyed the breakfast provided! Would definitely stay here for our next visit."
United States
Joshua
Talbott Inn
Lobby
Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
3.0 star property
12 km from John Barr Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (745)
"I liked most everything about this hotel. Nice friendly staff. Easy to access off the road. Clean rooms. Restaurants in the area. I would stay here again. "
United States
Jeff
The price is P4,767
P5,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South
Lobby
The Trail Hotel

The Trail Hotel

The Trail Hotel
4.0 star property
18.1 km from John Barr Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108)
"This place is amazing!!"
United States
Mitchell
The price is P8,935
P10,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Trail Hotel
Indoor pool
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG
2.5 star property
16.6 km from John Barr Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (476)
"Beds were so awesome very clean breakfast was so good hot cinnamon rolls were my highlight and the fresh hot biscuit 😋 only thing was took so long to get water to get hot for shower 🚿"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P4,874
P5,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG
Exterior
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson
2.5 star property
17.5 km from John Barr Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (923)
"Always a great place to stay."
United States
Dave
The price is P5,258
P5,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson
Exterior
Best Western Shepherdsville

Best Western Shepherdsville

Best Western Shepherdsville
2.5 star property
12.6 km from John Barr Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (792)
"Clean room and great breakfast options"
United States
Laura
The price is P4,495
P5,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Shepherdsville
Indoor pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown
2.5 star property
16.5 km from John Barr Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (443)
"Breakfast was good. "
United States
Stephen
The price is P5,232
P5,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Bourbon Capital Inn

Bourbon Capital Inn

Bourbon Capital Inn
2.5 star property
18 km from John Barr Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (112)
"Love this place I stay here always when I’m here"
United States
Amanda
The price is P3,876
P4,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Bourbon Capital Inn
Restaurant
Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.

Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.

Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.
2.5 star property
Hillview, 19.9 km from John Barr Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (393)
"Very polite staff, clean property and good breakfast the Christmas decorations were very nice as well. "
United States
Talisha
The price is P5,008
P5,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.
Lobby
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY
2.0 star property
11.9 km from John Barr Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Trucking parking is a bonus to a great hotel"
United States
Michelle
The price is P4,894
P5,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY
Free daily full breakfast
Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South
2.5 star property
Hillview, 19.9 km from John Barr Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (538)
"Close to good dining "
United States
Daniel
The price is P4,941
P6,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South
Front of property - evening/night
Americas Inn

Americas Inn

Americas Inn
2.0 star property
18 km from John Barr Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (330)
"A little bit lived in, but in a safe quiet area and the price was very reasonable. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Alan
The price is P4,698
P5,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Americas Inn
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South

Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South

Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South
3.0 star property
Hillview, 19.8 km from John Barr Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (641)
"Nice place. Great deal!"
United States
David
The price is P3,277
P3,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South
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Top John Barr Lake Hotel Reviews

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

10/10 Excellent
"Very spacious and well decorated room. This is always my favorite place to stayin the Louisville area."
Harold 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property

Hotels near other John Barr Lake attractions

Awesome Flea Market

3.9/5 (16 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Awesome Flea Market during your stay in Shepherdsville. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

4.7/5 (28 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest during your trip to Shepherdsville. Discover the area's coffeehouses or seek out the hiking trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Barr Lake?
John Barr Lake is located in Shepherdsville. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its restaurants and shopping. You'll find 6 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to John Barr Lake?
Distill-Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 10.6 mi (17 km) from John Barr Lake. Other good options in the area include The Trail Hotel and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to John Barr Lake?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from John Barr Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Barr Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near John Barr Lake.