With a stay at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill, you'll be in a state park, just steps from Carter Caves State Park and a 3-minute drive from Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Carter Caves State Park Golf Course and 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from King's Daughters Family Care Center - Olive Hill.
What's nearby
Carter Caves State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Carter Caves State Park Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Bat Cave and Cascade Caverns - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Ashland Town Center - 46 min drive - 42.9 miles
Cave Run Lake - 48 min drive - 50.8 miles
Getting around
Blue Grass Airport (LEX) - 96 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min drive
Dairy Queen - 19 min drive
Clarks Pump N Shop - 14 min drive
Walkers - 19 min drive
Subway - 17 min drive
About this property
Carter Caves State Resort Park
Carter Caves State Resort Park offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include desk chairs. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
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.
Stay in one of 28 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Tierney's Cavern serving guests of Carter Caves State Resort Park. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
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
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
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
More
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Crib (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
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
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 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
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
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Carter Caves State Olive Hill
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Carter Caves State Resort Park Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The staff was very friendly.the room was extremely clean. Everything exactly as pictured with zero issues. The property is surrounded by beautiful views in every direction.
The cabins are so cute and very well stocked. Everything was very clean and the staff went out of their way for any requests while being extremely friendly. My partner and I will absolutely be back
The room was clean. The staff at the desk was very friendly and the morning shift waitress was so nice as well as your evening waitress.
We will be coming back.
Shirley
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Valerie
Oct 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff and thw room was vlean, comfortable and had plenty of room.
The rooms were very clean and the beds comfortable! The breakfast buffet was awesome! We were able to park in front of our room. All the staff were very friendly!