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SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Bardstown hotel

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A hotel with a large parking lot, a welcoming sign, and a horse statue in front.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a computer setup, a fireplace, and a stone wall.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a fireplace, and a sign welcoming guests to General Nelson.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom door.
A covered patio with wooden flooring, metal chairs, and tables.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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411 West Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY, 40004
  • Place, Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bardstown Art Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, My Old Kentucky Home State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Louisville, KY (SDF-Louisville Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk, and a television.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a small table.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE Accessible-Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Bardstown

In Bardstown .Within a 5-minute walk of this Bardstown hotel, you'll find Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral and Bardstown Art Gallery. Spalding Hall and Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Basilica of St Joseph Proto-Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Spalding Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bardstown Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • My Old Kentucky Home State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bardstown Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Barbecue - ‬3 min drive

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Bardstown hotel
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bardstown hotel.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Bardstown hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson Hotel
General Nelson Inn Bardstown
General Nelson Bardstown
General Nelson

Frequently asked questions

How close is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson to the airport?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson is 37.2 mi (47-min drive) away from the Louisville Intl. Airport (SDF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson on Oct 19, 2026 start from CA $114, 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.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson offer free breakfast?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson offers free self-serve breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson have a pool?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson to downtown Bardstown?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson is 0.4 mi away from Bardstown.

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 978 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 978 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 978 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 978 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 978 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was convenient for our family outing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great renovations. Perfect over night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value stay and location centralized in town. Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel. Good bang for your buck. Breakfast was ok. The walk to downtown was convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,staff was excellent and very helpful. The breakfast was nice and the air conditioning was awesome. Looking forward to staying again! Thank you Angie from Ohio
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. Rooms were very clean. Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was an ok place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised at the condition of this property! Renovated rooms were clean and well furnished. We are already planning on returning at a future date.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the air worked great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for BourbonFest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds comfortable, quiet surroundings, walkable to main downtown attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, nice location and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quaint facility with a friendly helpful staff. We will stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, great location!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was excellent, would definitely go there again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, nice bathroom, quiet, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, breakfast was also great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and very accommodating and super nice staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice one night stay traveling
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025