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
8.88.8 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 AU$164
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Room options
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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
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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Basic Room, Non Smoking
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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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
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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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 such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Beech Bend Park. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 5 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS
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
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
Fridge
Microwave
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
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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 that 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
HELP_OUTLINE
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 that you 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 5 kg 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
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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
Room
Service staff
Bed
Tornado
Family friendly
Food
Microwave
Coffee shop
Outdoor
Shower
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2025
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
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Modern rooms, friendly staff, very clean
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 May 2025
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
Martha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
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
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Aug 2023
great place to stay very clean, quite, will stay there on next trip.
Carlton
Carlton, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2023
Very happy with our stay.
TODD
TODD, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Mar 2024
Room is small but clean and perfect for overnight traveling. Would stay here again.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Motel stay
Was completely surprised to see a motel so clean and comfortable. We will go here again.
Liane
Liane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sept 2024
Travelled here for a big Corvette event in town. The Cardinal was very clean and very affordable. Will definitely be back!
Dean
Dean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
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
john, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
Very pleasant and clean!
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2024
Price and clean
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Aug 2023
Friendly Staff and Extremely Clean! Loved the shower!
Leonard
Leonard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2023
Excellent motel stay
Very friendly staff. Super clean remodeled rooms. I will stay here again.
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2023
Very clean, staff friendly. If you’re looking for affordable and no frills lodging, this is your place!
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 June 2024
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
Kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sept 2023
Cardinal hotel
Cardinal hotel was one of the cleanest hotels I've been in, in a while will def stay again.
Warren
Warren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sept 2023
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
Barbara, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2023
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
RANDALL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Oct 2023
Staff was very helpful and friendly. The motel seemed brand new - spotless and perfectly maintained.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Oct 2023
Easy access to downtown
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2023
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
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 June 2024
The property has been completely updated. The room was great, comfortable and clean. The outside retains the vintage vibe that drew us here in the first place. The guy at the desk was friendly and was very interested in what we thought about the property.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
I think they should have regular television as well
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2023
Great Stay!
Great experience. Extremely clean. Convenient location. Friendly staff.