I have fond memories of coming here in the summer with my extended family when I was growing up, so…read moreI may be better able to overlook some of this place's shortcomings with my rose-colored glasses. Still, I enjoyed my recent stay here and plan to return. Barkley Lodge is arguably the grandest in the state park system. Perched high above the lake with a glistening blue pool, each room faces the lake and has a view of the sunset. Speaking of rooms, they are currently renovating the east wing, but our west wing room looked refreshed. Renovations might still be a bit of a work in progress, as it looked like there was a space in the dresser for a mini fridge (but no fridge), and the updated counter in the bathroom was supported by a bare board with some visible screws. Housekeeping could use some improvements, as the toilet wasn't thoroughly cleaned when we arrived, and when I walked barefoot to the bed after my shower, I collected some animal hair on the bottoms of my feet. We also noticed that a couple of lightbulbs had burned out and not been replaced. The meals in the lodge were disappointing. I remember delicious buffets and a carving station while Mae Perdue played the organ and servers scurried around in crisp uniforms. Their attire is more casual now, with many in Barkley t-shirts or polos, and the buffet seemed sad. We skipped the buffet the first night in favor of a local restaurant after we walked through and were unimpressed with what was being served, and we felt underwhelmed (and a bit ripped off) when we got breakfast there the following morning. I asked my parents if the food in the lodge had been "meh" when we used to go there, and they both said that we always used to get the buffet and that it had been very good. There used to be a small coffee shop in the downstairs of the lodge, but it has been turned into the game room, and the old game room is now a room with information on local wildlife. What hasn't changed is the plethora of outdoor activities, the abundant wildlife, and the family-friendly activities all throughout the day. My husband and I were actually disappointed when we realized we had missed one of the educational sessions on local wildlife during our stay. Despite its shortcomings, I have a love for this place that runs deep. I hope that renovations mean that they are improving all around, as I would love to see Barkley recapturing the glory of days gone by.

We stayed in a cottage for a weekend with a group of 6. I found the 2 bedroom deluxe cabin to be ok…read morefor a group our size. The freezer of the fridge had what looked like rust. I appreciated the 2 bathrooms and the full kitchen. The patio furniture was a bit uncomfortable to sit on for long periods or time. Same with the couches. Our friend wanted a book weekend and there really wasn't space for 6 people to sit within the same room comfortably. Would have enjoyed having access to a fire pit. The main lodge and pool were being renovated so we didn't spend any time there. The beach was...ok. Bathhouse with changing rooms and outdoor showers to rinse off. I'll be curious to visit again once the renovations were complete.

So if you're looking to just lay your head down for the night, and get up and get out of dodge; it…read morewill work. Otherwise, drive the extra time to find something else. I happened to settle for this spot because it was past midnight and I was super tired. Any hotel that has the room door entrances outside is one I always try to avoid. But again, you know what you're getting into when you see hotels like this. Simply, even with new vinyl flooring, tub shower was old, sink was old with cracks, power cables exposed everywhere, tv cable line run across the floor, highway noise, hard pillows, no breakfast.... Again, most of these attributes are to be expected at an establishment as this. Lower your expectation when you get a room here. Even for the $$$ (which isn't a great deal anyway), spend the extra time and $20/40 a night on up the line somewhere.

Worst hotel I've ever stayed in. I have no idea where the good reviews come from. The check in…read moreclerk was the rudest I've ever encountered ...sassy and treats you like some bum off the street. Room smelled awful too. Plus there was this homeless guy hanging out around the hotel. There are other budget hotels in the area so I'd check them out first. It seems this hotel has cut deals with all the booking sites so I question these reviews. If I could give a ZERO rating, this one would be it!

Clean, spacious room, good accessible toilet and shower. Good price, breakfast included, nice…read moredining area. Had baggage carts to help with luggage. Television, small refrigerator, microwave in room. Vending machines and ice at end of hall. Credit Cards for payment only. In spite of internet listing of laundry on premises, laundry facilities are present, but out of order/unusable.

What does Choice hotels in New York City, San Diego, Cedar City, and Seattle have in common?…read moreIf rooms are available for early check-in, a Choice Platinum member is permitted to check-in early. This Choice hotels (Quality in Cadiz, Kentucky) required a $30 payment for early check-in. Since it is a benefit of my membership I chose not to pay. My husband and I who traveled all night, slept in the lobby for over two hours, before we went to a relatives h s graduation in the clothes we had worn since the day before when we began our cross country trip. Obviously, a room was available but the owner wasn't satisfied with the funds he was getting from Choice Hotels (we were using points). We think if he isn't satisfied with the choice hotels he should reconsider his association with the corporation rather than treating members poorly.

What a gem this place is! I stayed there for 4 nights this past week and the owners Joey and…read moreAllison have really created something special with the Red Brick Inn. It's an incredibly historic location that was instrumental in putting Cadiz on the map. The rooms are quaint and very clean, the breakfast served each morning is freshly made and delicious and the attention to detail and guest needs is top-notch. Joey and Allison literally treated me like a family member with their genuine hospitality and generosity. They have a cozy tavern downstairs where nice locals hang out and a garden bar upstairs where they serve food and/or have live music on select nights. Bars are open Thursday through Saturday -- Thursday is pizza night where the owners personally cook amazing pizzas w/ a heck of a good sourdough crust topped with fresh local Amish cheese. I can't recommend this place enough! 5 stars.

If anyone is looking for a fun getaway with a serious splash of history and a heaping cup of…read morehospitality, please consider The Red Brick Inn, adjacent to Lake Barkley in Cadiz, KY! This unique B&B has it all, beautifully restored, Once The Canton Hotel. The rooms are filled stories of the past while offering all the modern conveniences you enjoy while away from home! The Ruffs are the perfect host/hostess and the breakfast was amazing. Don't miss the Tavern for all the best local drink offerings and a signature cocktail! Put this on your bucket list! Taking reservations now!

Our family has been gathering here for the past few years. We have around 40 join each year…read more Holiday Hills Resort is very affordable an accommodating for us. I would encourage anyone who is hosting a gathering of any kind to check it out.

Just completed family reunion! 40 of us our units were clean…read moreand the staff is very friendly....never too busy to answer questions or help out with a request hoping to go back in 2025!

Extremely clean, everyone was kind and great breakfast! Had to make a quick overnight stop and…read morebed/room very comfortable too.

The Hiltons have forgotten about their W. Kentucky…read moreproperties and it shows in the run down buildings, equipment and furniture. I suggest they find a way to share the wealth. The employees do a fantastic job making the most of what they have. They deserve more..

It's always a question mark when rooms are this cheap but this place is really fantastic. The rooms…read moreare updated, they have fridge and microwave, new linens, coffee maker, basic continental breakfast. Working ice machine. The choice properly I stayed at the night before was a total dump for the same price. The owners have obviously put some money into this place, the parking lot is repaved, there is laundry and nothing is broken. Really impressive for the price.

Convenient location, room clean, spacious, seems recently remodeled. Arrived late in the evening,…read moreno problem checking in. Easy access to vehicle. Refrigerator and microwave appreciated. Did have a few breakfast items.

I had a really awful experience here. Id like to start off by saying that I have been traveling for…read morethe last 5 years for work and stay at Marriotts all over the country. I've also lived in Marriotts for months at a time. Basically, what I am saying is that I have had my fair share of Marriott experiences. This was one of the most upsetting stays I've ever had. Upon entering my room, I immediately noticed it was dirty. The floor looked dirty as it was littered with small pieces of garbage, there was garbage in the bathroom garage can, grimey finger prints on the furniture, and it looked like the sheets were used and just tucked back in all wrinkled. Theres no way this room was properly cleaned. Ok, so I've delt with a dirty room before. It is what it is. But for $172 for one night, Id at least expect to sleep in a clean looking bed. Then I noticed the room started to smell like weed. This is really where I draw a line. I went to the desk and told them my room smells like weed..and also it is dirty. And asked if there was any other rooms available. The front desk lady goes..."So which is it? Does it smell like weed or is it dirty?"ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!? Its both! But I told her the weed smell is the main problem as I am traveling with a newborn and toddler and they cannot be breathing in toxins. The lobby also vaguely smelled like weed which was unpleasant but I didn't bring that up to her. She called the manager and was able to switch us rooms which is great and all, but when I got back to the dirty room, I found a pill on the ground. My heart sank. What if my toddler picked it up? What if he swallowed a pill and I didnt know? What if there were more? We were busy dealing with a messy and toxic room, unloading the car, and trying to soothe a toddler and a newborn from traveling in the car all day. I could have easily missed him putting something else in his mouth. One of the dirty things on the ground was a small bottle cap. A major choking hazard. My toddler did pick this up but I noticed immediately before he put it in his mouth. This hotel was negligent in providing a safe and clean space. It could have cost more than 172$. Thats a hospital visit and admission in the middle of the night in the middle of nowhere. Thats my child's life. Do we think Marriott would have paid for this medical emergency? My guess is they would not. I am beyond upset that this happened. The room they sent us to also was a problem. The bath tub didn't close so I couldn't give the kids a bath. The internet was also so slow that it was better to just use my phone as a Hotspot to power my computer. I just hope this is a reminder to others to be vigilant in checking hotel rooms when traveling with small children. This night could have been way worse if I didnt catch Marriott's mistakes. I would also like to mention that this pill and bottle cap was in a relatively visible spot. If someone did vacuum the room, it would have been easily cleaned up. I dont know that I can trust Marriott anymore. I am so disappointed.

Maintenance on this property is lacking. Consider all options…read more This is my second stay at this property, and it is steadily declining. Should I travel back to this area, I will probably seek lodging accommodations at a different property and commute if necessary.

This place was ok. Our room was not dusted in ages, actual cobwebs, floor not well vacuumed it…read morelooked as if dirt clods from shoes were all over the floor. You could tell the ceiling had leaked and not fixed. The worst was the bed was like a large marshmallow! We slept on the edge of the bed so we didn't sink! Some general upkeep and cleaning would do wonders we will stay in Paducah next time.

We had to stay overnight in KY for a family reunion. It was 3 adults, 1 toddler, and 2 small dogs…read more Found this place online and it was the best deal for everyone if we booked the suite. It looks very small from the street and maybe only have 8-9 rooms I think. It was very easy to check in and the lady was very nice. There is covered parking right in front of your room door. We were pleasantly surprised when we walked inside. It had a spacious living room area with a tv sofa coffee table and large chair, along with a kitchen, full size fridge, microwave, sink, actual dishes, coffee maker, a dining room table that seated 4 people. The king size bed was in this room. There was a small bathroom in the hall. There was a door that led to the other bedroom in the suite that had its own tv, a queen size bed, and then a huge bathroom. The shower was a walk in shower and was about as big as the other bathroom in the hall! The beds were very comfortable (I kinda wish I had that mattress at home) and the rooms were very clean. It felt like we were at a home away from home. Bonus was that they are pet friendly! There was some wear and tear in a few places. There was a little paint peeled off in the queen bedroom at the baseboard and the tile on the kitchen counter was cracked pretty good. It was nothing that was really noticeable if you weren't OCD lol. The checkout process was easy....just leave the keys on the table. We will definitely be staying here again if our family reunion is in KY again next year!

Great customer service. We grabbed the last room with points on a trip to space camp in Huntsville,…read moreAlabama from Indiana. I kind of forgot it was Memorial Day weekend. The kids wanted somewhere with an indoor pool and a free breakfast so this is it! Waffles were SO good! (2 kinds) Great location with free parking just outside of Fort Campbell where my son was born Room seems clean and the staff is very kind. The customer service is by far the highlight. Nearby you can find the Phoenix theater with Dave & Buster's next-door. Great family stop!

A good representation of the franchise with friendly desk staff both at check in and out. The room…read morewas clean and comfortable and met our needs perfectly. The breakfast was what we've come to expect - not fantastic but getting the job done.