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Carter Caves State Resort Park

Property class: 3

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A building with a stone facade, a wooden roof, and a sign that reads "Tierney's Tavern Restaurant."
A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a bench, and a chair.
A wooden structure with a water tower and wooden boxes, likely part of a park or recreational area.
A spacious living room with patterned sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A restaurant with wooden furniture and large windows overlooking a forest.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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344 Caveland Dr, Olive Hill, KY, 41164
  • Place, Carter Caves State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carter Caves State Park Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A cabin-style room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A single-story house with a garage, a small front yard, and a driveway.

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

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A single-story house with a front porch, a visible garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

A room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a window with a view of trees.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Olive Hill

A family-friendly stay in Olive Hill awaits you at Carter Caves State Resort Park. Within steps you'll find Carter Caves State Park and you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Tierney's Cavern, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to mini golf. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Olive Hill hotel include Carter Caves State Park Golf Course and King's Daughters Family Care Center - Olive Hill.

What's nearby

  • Carter Caves State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Morehead State University - 36 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Ashland Town Center - 46 min drive - 68.7 km

Getting around

  • Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Clarks Pump N Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Walkers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tierney's Cavern Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Carter Caves State Resort Park offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a children's pool. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Carter Caves State Resort Park. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Olive Hill hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Carter Caves State Resort Park offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 12 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Tierney's Cavern

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Spelunking

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 September to 21 May:
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed: Christmas Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 26 May and close on 04 September.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 7 PM
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel
Carter Caves State Resort Olive Hill
Carter Caves State
Olive Hill Carter Caves Resort
Carter Caves State Hotel Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Park
Carter Caves State Resort Park Olive Hill
Carter Caves State Resort Park Hotel Olive Hill

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Carter Caves State Resort Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yep, Carter Caves State Resort Park has a free self car park.

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park have a pool?

Carter Caves State Resort Park has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 10 AM to 7 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 26 to September 04).

Is Carter Caves State Resort Park family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Carter Caves State Resort Park is a hit with families.

Does Carter Caves State Resort Park serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

No, Carter Caves State Resort Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Carter Caves State Resort Park's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Carter Caves State Resort Park?

There isn't one on site, but Carter Caves State Park Golf Course is a short 1-minute walk away.

Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 529 out of 817 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 817 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 817 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 817 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 817 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The restaurant was nice . comfortable clean,quiet and great scenery Loved going to the cave tours and the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very picturesque surroundings, beautiful rooms, polite and courteous staff. I would definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were amazingly nice and helpful. The entire location is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience and stay. Very clean and comfortable. Well staffed and all very accommodating. Will definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing time, room was clean, view was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel/lodge within the state park. Beautiful drive through the park to reach the lodge. Great setting with balcony onto the forest. Basic food in the cafe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and cool especially since we went during the heat wave. Our dogs enjoyed the creek too! Great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay. We arrived late abd left early so we did not get to experience all it had to offer. It has a very rustic feel and the rooms were great. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious also. We WILL be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The cottages were decent. The mattresses were very hard but everything else was good. The employees were beyond helpful and the area is just beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I sent my co-workers and friends a link this is a great place for vacation found it while working in the area, Love it here. Although I do wish they still had the horseback riding but still definitely worth it.caves hiking ,lake ,boating not much more you could ask for. it's at a great price too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always great, easy check in, beautiful location, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Carter’s cove was one of the best place me and my fiancé have ever stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Cottage was very inviting and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a wonderful Kentucky state park to visit. We stayed in the lodge. Accommodations were very satisfactory. The bed was comfortable and all was in order. We ate all of our meals in the restaurant at the lodge. The food was very good! Breakfast was really appetizing and amazingly reasonably priced. The servers were great! We will definitely go back to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and updated rooms with a fantastic staff. We stay here fairly often and always adore our time spent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was better than expected. Excellent food, staff, property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Property resturant was sub-par.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent room and location. Very hot water and everything in the room was vclean and working.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful place. Reminds you of the motel in the movie Dirty Dancing. Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026