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Carter Caves State Resort Park

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Coffee/tea maker
Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Children's activities

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
$72
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20

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
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed) | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Double Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly for a $50 fee)

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

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly for a $30 fee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Carter Caves State Resort Park

3-star Olive Hill hotel steps from Carter Caves State Park
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and an outdoor tennis court. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
Carter Caves State Resort Park offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The hotel offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, Carter Caves State Resort Park provides an outdoor tennis court and a children's pool. This family-friendly hotel also offers barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Carter Caves State Resort Park is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Tierney's Cavern - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

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
  • Crib (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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 26 to September 04
Pool access available from 10 AM to 7 PM

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

Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 667 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 667 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 667 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 667 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 667 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The bed and pillows were comfortable and the room was clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. The lodge food was ok. The overall feeling was that the place was in need of an upgrade. It was just not what we were expecting so we left early.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well he all had a great time wish we had more time. But wish there was Tvs in the bedroom had to go out and purchased 2 Tvs. And wr aslon treated the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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

Pleasant Stay

Rooms were clean and spacious and as described. Bed was comfortable and came with clean sheets. Overall a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. The on-site restaurant, Tierney's Cavern, serves a variety of delicious food, and is conveniently located on the first floor of the lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, ARLINGTON

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice state park. Trails to hike. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The trails were amazing. We only did the X Cave because the 4 yr old not sure he liked it. There was so much to do. Putt putt, trails, the pool caves, watching the wildlife not be afraid to show theirself. Within 15 min at the resort deer were appearing at the back side off our balcony. Squirrels, racoons the birds were bright and vibrant. Amazing trip all together.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with partner
Great place. Just outdated. Food service was average and very slow.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marcia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t sleep as the bed was so uncomfortable. The pillows were hard and the sheets didn’t even smell clean. The entire place needs updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect for our stay to explore Carter caves state park! We were looking for something close and convenient to hit the trails and this place was it! You stay in the center of all the trails so we were able to very easily access all of them! Staff was wonderful, very kind and helpful. The rooms were very pleasant to stay in as well. I will for sure be coming back in the future 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely setting!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed siting on the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Requested a room on upper level, they made it happen! Clean, quiet, nice little deck. Close to everything at Carter caves. Swimming pool included with stay! Kids and I are having a blast. Only complaint is that the Toilet seat could use replacing. Very very old.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely beautiful! Wonderfully helpful staff. The scenery is to die for. The rooms are very decent for the price and the dining area had a nice buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

anita, Washington

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely love everything, the hiking, the caves, swimming, fishing, friendly staff, the rooms were comfortable and clean. Only downfall were rooms above, could hear every step made across floor and walkway. Buffet was amazing, Prices are absolutely great for a vacation to beautiful scenery. I would recommend to all. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Billie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had a good time. The resort could use some updating badly but the staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went out for a weekend family reunion. The hotel was clean, well lit parking and the staff were very friendly. The rooms were immaculate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adeline

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area to walk and enjoy the outdoors. Walkable trails were available and a swimming pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Loved the lodge and the buffet. Would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cylenna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

The nature
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025