3 Best Hotels in Cave City, Kentucky

Practical, comfortable, and affordable, the Best Western is a reliable option if you’re looking for a clean and well-maintained place to lay your head for a few nights. The rooms in this one-story motel are bright and cheerful, as is the lobby, with its burgundy and green theme. The staff is equally animated, and although it’s debatable whether Kentucky is part of the American South, prepare to be called sir or ma’am, just like in Dixie. The Best Western is 10 miles east of Mammoth Cave, just off Interstate 65.

Although it’s not the prettiest hotel you’ll ever visit, this makes a good base if you plan to dedicate most of your Cave City stay to getting out and exploring—it’s just a 10-minute drive from Mammoth Cave National Park and Cave City's restaurant area. The roadside hotel caters primarily to people passing through town in need of a spot to crash for the night, as well as to families and solo travelers on a tight budget, but the management is enthusiastic and takes pride in the property.

If your idea of a perfect vacation involves lots of golf, shooting, wine, or all three, then you’re likely to fall in love with Park Mammoth Resort. This woodsy lodge is located on an 18-hole golf course and caters to golf getaways. It doubles as a convention center and has a few regional business travelers. Staff is polite and professional, and if you're planning a get-together, wedding, or conference, the resort employs event planners to help you with everything. It’s south of Mammoth Cave National Park and is a good alternative to Cave City if you want a more sylvan experience.