Kenlake State Resort Park

2.5 star property
Hotel near Kentucky Lake in Hardin

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Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Living area
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Lake
Marina
Free self parking

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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542 Kenlake Road, Hardin, KY, 42048
  • Place, Kenlake State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenlake Marina
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Patti's Settlement 1880's
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 1 Bedroom (2 Double Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 1 Bedroom (2 Double Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (1 Queen Bed & 2 Double Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (2 Queen Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (4 Double Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Aurora

In Hardin .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Kentucky Lake and 20 miles (32 km) of Murray State University with a stay here. Patti's Settlement 1880's is 26.3 mi (42.3 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Kenlake State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kenlake Marina - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Murray State University - 19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Lake Barkley State Resort Park - 20 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Patti's Settlement 1880's - 37 min drive - 51.3 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boss Hogg’s Boars Nest Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Belew's Dairy Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Willow Pond Southern Catfish - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amazin’ Blaze Bbq - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dinner Bell Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Kenlake State Resort Park

Hotel near Kentucky Lake in Hardin
Kenlake State Resort Park offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Kenlake State Resort Park. Free self parking is available.

This Hardin hotel is smoke free.

  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kenlake State Resort Park offers 82 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Hardin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground
  • 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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6.50 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6.50 to 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 8:30 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

Kenlake State

Kenlake State Hardin

Kenlake State Resort

Kenlake State Resort Hardin

Kenlake State & Resort Park Hotel Hardin

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Kenlake State Hotel Park

Kenlake State Resort Park Hardin

Kenlake State Park Hardin

Kenlake State Park

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kenlake State Resort Park to the airport?

Kenlake State Resort Park is 112.2 mi (108-min drive) away from the Nashville International Airport (BNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenlake State Resort Park?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenlake State Resort Park on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $148, 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 Kenlake State Resort Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kenlake State Resort Park.

Does Kenlake State Resort Park offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kenlake State Resort Park, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6.50 and 10.00 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kenlake State Resort Park?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kenlake State Resort Park?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Kenlake State Resort Park?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Kenlake State Resort Park have a pool?

Kenlake State Resort Park features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Does Kenlake State Resort Park have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kenlake State Resort Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kenlake State Resort Park to downtown Hardin?

Kenlake State Resort Park is 1.2 mi away from Aurora.

Kenlake State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 841 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay and it was a nice cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, amenities, location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cottage was clean, staff was friendly, felt safe in the area, delicious breakfast
View from dinning area
From the porch of the cottage
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay staff was very friendly and helpful good food in restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk clerk when we arrived was professional and solved every issue we had
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed one night. The hotel moved my husband and I into a cabin because the hot water wasn't working at the lodge. The one bedroom cabin was really nice and comfortable. The bed was older but comfortable. The made to order breakfast was good and very reasonable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
State Park Lodge was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities Wonderful staff Excellent Southern food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were all incredibly friendly, the cabin was clean and well put together, and dining at the lodge restaurant was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, easy access. Great stay. Would do again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottage is spotless. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good and fresh made breakfast. Beautiful lake view from the restaurant. Clean room, but a little cramped in size, due to the age of the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeWayne

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful property, awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing and comfortable stay. Free breakfast and very good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Place was great. My wife adored it and said it felt just like a bedroom at home. Sunrise was excellent over the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for a cabin get a way
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best night ever. Great beds, everything super clean, plenty of hot water, rooms big and airy. Restaurant fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, good service, ease checking in and checking out, changed rooms to have a screened in porch with no problem!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025