Cardinal Motel

Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Western Kentucky University

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Cardinal Motel offers a welcoming base near Western Kentucky University. Travelers appreciate the in-room WiFi, 24-hour front desk service, and free self parking. The staff's helpful attitude consistently earns praise from visitors.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Free WiFi

HK$786 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 21 - Nov 22

Tomorrow

Nov 22 - Nov 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Basic Room, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

LED TV

Renovated in 2023

Private bathroom

Microwave

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the area

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

What's nearby

Western Kentucky University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Fountain Square Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Sloan Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Bowling Green Ballpark - 6 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
‪Boba Lounge & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
‪Great American Donut Shop - ‬13 min walk
‪Spencer’s Coffee - ‬1 min walk
‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Cardinal Motel

Motel remodelled in 2023 and located near Western Kentucky University

Located close to Bowling Green Ballpark and Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center, Cardinal Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Free self-parking
A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Cardinal Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries
40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly

HK$675 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

Housekeeping (daily)

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

1 building
1 floor
Built in 2023
Designated smoking areas
Renovated entire property - June 2023

Room amenities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch 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: midnight

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00, per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 75 per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 5 kg per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 00123531-001

Property is also known as

Cardinal Motel Bowling Green

Cardinal Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Motel

Cardinal Motel Bowling Green

Cardinal Motel Motel Bowling Green

Frequently asked questions

Is Cardinal Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 5 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per night and a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cardinal Motel?

As of 21 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinal Motel on 23 Nov 2025 start from HK$661.52, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Cardinal Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cardinal Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Cardinal Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Cardinal Motel located?

Located in the heart of Bowling Green, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green Ballpark and Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center. Historic Railpark and Train Station and Lost River Cave are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Cardinal Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

James

14 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean rooms, friendly staff, I’ll definitely stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

27 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Easy check in and out. Very clean outside and the rooms were clean and tidy. The staff was friendly. The area was quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stu

23 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

As another review mentioned, no coffee of breakfast, but there is a good reasonably priced coffee shop with breakfast items across the street.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Punkin E

26 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cleanest room ever ! Staff very helpful. Highly recommend. We were so pleased with this motel. This beats big hotels any day. Breakfast at ConCons a mile away was icing on the cake.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

1 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Small rooms but so clean and nice. Perfect for just a over night!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

18 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Ok spot to catch some sleep along your way, but not a great spot to spend a weekend.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

17 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Older property that has been completely remodeled. Had a great stay. Very clean & staff was very nice. Will stay there again. Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joann

31 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was very quite and very clean and just where we needed to be close to where out appointment was set up

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

27 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The motel was very clean and appeared recently updated. Bed and pillows were great. Coffee shop across the street. We picked it because of proximity to Fountain Square Park. We were able to walk to shops and restaurants. We would return

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

7 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Every thing was clean and orderly. A suggestion is a box of tissues in the bathroom. Kinda hard to blow your nose with toilet paper.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

9 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is a hidden gem! Everything is new and clean. Absolutely wonderful!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

26 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

30 Mar 2025

Modern rooms, friendly staff, very clean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

22 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

9 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was such a pleasant stay for my family. The staff was friendly, and the rooms(we had 2) were clean and nicely decorated. 10 out of 10, highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

23 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A great convenient location and the rooms were very nice

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

17 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

28 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

What a hidden gem in Bowling Green! Booked for one night and ended up staying three. Older motel that has been very nicely renovated. Everything appeared brand new and in great condition. Room was extremely clean and refreshed daily. Pete (owner) was always available and accommodating. Very close to a great little bar, bakery, etc. Will definitely return when visiting NCM in the future.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlton

14 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

great place to stay very clean, quite, will stay there on next trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

TODD

11 Aug 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Very happy with our stay.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shawn

29 Mar 2024

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

16 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean!

Property was newly refurbished & spotless clean. Smelled clean as well. Only complaints we had was the shower water temperature fluctuated to very hot randomly & there was a large gap around the exterior door that let cold air and street noise in. For the price we would stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

This was my second visit BG for a car show and staying at this Motel. Staff is very friendly The rooms despite being renovated prior to my first visit last are still clean and well maintained. I can definitely recommend staying here and look forward to my next visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024