Southbound on I-71, this is the last stop before Louisville. At the entrance, it splits trucks and…read morecars, with the cars heading straight so they are going to be moving quickly. There are only a dozen or so spaces for cars. If you're debating car or truck, go to the car side. The main building had restrooms and some local information. Vending machines were stocked and there are picnic tables and a dog walking area. Not much shade and very little buffer between the highway noise and the rest area. If you were planning this for a nap before starting into Louisville traffic, think again. [Review 18036 overall - 157 in Kentucky - 1557 of 2022.]

Basic rest area. Clean restrooms…read more Small but adequate parking lot. Vending machines. Older and a little dated but reasonably well maintained.

I 65 S bound - Right after Louisville you'll find this rest stop. Tons of parking spots, plenty of…read morewalking area for kids/pets, clean restrooms - women's had several out of service but they were marked, tourist information, vending station area, and some rocking chairs which adds a nice southern touch!

I have to give it five stars for being clean and open, as well as having clean bathrooms with doors…read morethat actually don't have see-through gaps! Also a few fun Kentucky displays on bourbon and lots of available brochures. Picnic areas and a separate vending machine area. The coke machines were sold out and I'm pretty sure one of them charged me twice for no product, so I'll have to work that out when the charges come through on my card. But nice spot for a stop anyway.

Basic rest area. Clean restrooms…read more Small parking area. Vending machines. No real tourist information center or info. Outer and somewhat dated.

Road leading in is dangerous for your rims on your vehicle. A lot of pot holes. Very small and…read moredirty as far as rest areas go. My tip is to keep driving

Perfectly serviceable rest area soon after you enter the state via I-65. The next closest one is a…read moretad under 50 miles still in Kentucky. These rest areas serve as important...well, rest areas for travelers and truckers. Those in the trucking industry say the for-profit truck stops off of many intersections are often full and sometimes come with baggage in the form of illicit drugs or illicit activity. There's also the pressure of paying for services even if you don't intend to walk in and use the facilities. With these rest areas being in fairly remote areas off of interstates, these also serve as important points so truckers can rest. Or travelers can switch drivers without having to do a Chinese Fire Drill on the interstate. The amenities here are your basic rest area stuff (federal law prohibits the sale of goods, though there is a carve out for vending machines). Restrooms are clean and drinking fountains are available if you need to refill your water bottle. There is a good amount of green space if you traveled with your dog and he's bouncing off the car walls and needs to stretch his legs. There are 2017 maps if you want to go retro or learn how to read a map. And there is an office for the attendant in what I assume is only occupied 9-5 Monday through Friday. Why did I take off one star? The bottled water cost $2. I know, I know...captive audience. But I can imagine buying in bulk the state of Indiana could get a slightly cheaper price if they tried.

Nice rest stop, clean and well lit…read more There is a lot of informational pamphlets and maps in the main building, all free for the taking. Vending machines were decently stocked when I stopped by, bathrooms were relatively clean too. Nice stop for a weary driver.

Another great rest stop!…read more Very clean and well-maintained. Nice park-like grounds that felt safe to walk around and people seemed to be out enjoying them as if they were at the neighborhood park. We were a little surprised at just how many people were walking around, playing on the grass with their kids, and just enjoying the place. Often rest stops are a rush to get in, out, and away from them quickly. Many are poorly kept, smell bad, are run down, or are covered in trash and graffiti. Often the picnic areas seem to go unused and are falling apart. That was not the case here and people were appreciating the opportunity to stop and unwind from the stresses of the road.

Very neat and inviting. Plenty of maps and picnic tables outside. I was very impressed with the…read morecleanliness and freshness in the restrooms and lobby. I was very happy this is where we stopped to take a break while we were traveling.

What would you like to see in an interstate rest area the most? Clean restrooms of course! This…read moreplace is indeed clean along with their adequate parking makes this rest area a good one. As the other reviewer previously posted some photos, this rest area is showcasing some horse art which is very appropriate for the Blue Grass State, home of the Kentucky Derby and more horse farms per capita than anywhere.

First time coming here. Needed a place to stop at and rest up. It's the first rest area in the…read morestate and it's beautiful. They have people who work here it's got such a beautiful theme here. Bathrooms are really outdated if you ask me. All in all, average rest stop

The cleanest restrooms around town !! Beautiful lay out plenty of picnic areas. If your on the…read moreroad for awhile and need to stop, you can always count on clean restrooms an plenty of vending for snacks!!

It offered plenty of parking and was very clean, but it was outdated compared to the surrounding…read morestates: Ohio, Indiana, and West Virginia. I believe Pennsylvania and West Virginia offered rest areas similar to airport terminals, with restaurants and gift shops selling state and local souvenirs. Kentucky needs to think like the aforementioned states regarding return on investment (ROI). Also, I believe the toilets were former movie or TV props for Prison Break or likely Escape from Alcatraz or similar. Edit: I believe it was Canada around Hamilton that offered rest areas that had a food court and shops like an airport terminal.

On a recent cruise up I-65 through Indiana, we had to answer that timeless summons: Nature Calls…read more This rest area delivers exactly what you want in that moment of urgency--easy off, easy on, and plenty of parking. No stress, no circling, no drama. The grounds are impressively well-kept. I counted three or four staff members actively tending to the place--grass being cut here, hedges trimmed there, a trash can getting emptied like it owed someone money. There's a clear, ongoing effort to keep things tidy, and it shows. Dog owners will appreciate the nicely shaded walking area. When we passed through, a couple was out enjoying the weather with their Shelties, living their best roadside life. There are also a few picnic tables for those who prefer to turn a pit stop into a proper pause. Now, the building itself... let's just say it's rocking a bit of a "vintage charm." From the outside, it feels dated compared to some of the more modern rest areas along I-65. Inside, it's clean--but again, definitely due for a facelift. There's a noticeable disinfectant aroma in the air. Whether that's reassuring or a little aggressive depends on your perspective, but hey--at least you know they're trying. A freshly mopped floor (thoughtfully cordoned off) confirmed that cleanliness is taken seriously. The men's and women's facilities are located on opposite sides, each with what appears to be two sections. In the men's room, the faucets are... adventurous. Instead of a smooth stream, you get a dozen tiny jets firing off like a synchronized water show. Functional? Yes. Elegant? Not so much. If you're feeling snacky, there are several surprisingly well-stocked vending machines--perfect for a quick grab, assuming you're okay with highway pricing doing its thing. At the end of the day, this rest area fulfills its core mission: a reliable, clean stop when nature calls. It's not going to win any design awards, but it gets the job done. A little modernization would go a long way--but in the meantime, it's a solid pit stop when you need it most.

This is a nice rest stop that we stopped in this afternoon. On our way home from Indiana. We were…read moredriving on down the road side on the right side. We need a visa restrooms went in my Stabley Schmidt. Bathrooms could've been cleaned a little bit but it's a little nice location and got the job done. So we handle our business get back in the car and headed on down the road.

This is a really nice rest stop.I've been to many others and this one is large, clean, many parking…read morespots, many restrooms, has displays, pamphlets, a welcome area with staff, a touch screen for information and vending machines.There is a big dog walking area separate from this area, a lot of grass area and pathways to walk, and things to see.

Second stay here. It's been a little over two years and was delighted to have another wonderful…read moreexperience. Service was friendly and it was a perfect stay. I received a Hilton Honors upgrade and the room was huge. Would definitely recommend this hotel and is a great option for the area and for those that want to stay just outside of downtown.

This place is bad. I'm a Hilton Diamond member and it's the worst i've seen. Second time I've…read morestayed here and the bartender no showed again. Last time one of the two elevators wouldn't go to the first floor. This time the only fully functional elevator is out of commission. Front desk said we called management but after two stays in two weeks, my only recommendation is DO NOT STAY HERE! They do not care about their guests.