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An indoor swimming pool with a pool lift, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel hallway with a wooden accent wall, a phone, and directional signs.

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, and a bar counter.

An elevator with a wooden panel design and a sign indicating the floor level.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown

16.5 km from John Barr Lake

Karen

฿3,475

฿3,831 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A bar area with a counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

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

A living room with two leather sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf. A staircase is visible to the left.

2. Distill-Inn

17 km from John Barr Lake

Charlie

฿3,954

฿4,358 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel with a large parking lot, a welcoming sign, and a horse statue in front.

A covered patio with wooden flooring, metal chairs, and tables.

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.

3. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

17.5 km from John Barr Lake

Bobby

฿2,779

฿3,063 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a building in the background.

A restaurant with a long wooden table set for a meal, wooden walls, and a bar area in the background.

A modern living room with a beige sectional sofa, a blue ottoman, and a wicker chair. A wooden bookshelf with bottles is visible.

A hotel room with a wooden door leading to a bathroom. The room has a bed, a nightstand, and a small table. The bathroom has a sink, a mirror, and a window.

4. Bardstown Motor Lodge

18.9 km from John Barr Lake

Brenda

฿3,225

฿3,555 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and a mirror.

A room with a kitchenette, a bar area with stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a trash bin, and a window with curtains.

A room with a vending machine stocked with beverages, a window with blinds, and a seating area with chairs.

5. City Express By Marriott Shepherdsville Louisville

Hillview, 20.2 km from John Barr Lake

Lauryn

฿2,987

฿3,324 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large cylindrical column, seating areas, and a wall decorated with various items.

A restaurant with a long communal table and individual booths, a bar area in the background, and a brick wall.

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a bar, and ambient lighting.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a bar area.

6. The Trail Hotel

18.1 km from John Barr Lake

William

฿4,107

฿5,083 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating and a fire feature.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

A modern lounge area with a stone accent wall, a long bar, and a seating area with colorful chairs and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Hillview, 20.1 km from John Barr Lake

Christopher

฿3,825

฿4,257 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, and red chairs.

A modern lounge area with purple and blue chairs, a wooden floor, and hanging orange and white pendant lights.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a central counter, a refrigerated display case, and a seating area.

8. Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Hillview, 20 km from John Barr Lake

Genette

฿3,275

฿3,645 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern indoor space with tables and benches, a kitchen area, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and a metal ladder.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

12 km from John Barr Lake

Russell

฿2,724

฿3,032 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a bookshelf.

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

An indoor swimming pool area with tiled flooring, poolside chairs, and tables.

A hotel room with a plaid sofa, a striped armchair, a small table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to a bedroom with a bed and a window.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY

11.9 km from John Barr Lake

Donald

฿2,559

฿2,848 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a seating arrangement.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a corner market, and a decorative wall piece.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple floors.

A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

Hillview, 20 km from John Barr Lake

Adrian

฿3,594

฿4,000 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern dining area with a white table, orange chairs, and a kitchen area with a coffee machine and waffle maker.

A reception desk with a computer, a clock, and a telephone.

12. Best Western Shepherdsville-Louisville South Hotel

12.6 km from John Barr Lake

Gary

฿2,910

฿3,239 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel reception area with a long counter, wooden cabinets, and various amenities like a coffee machine and a food display.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, round coffee tables, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A non-smoking facility entrance with a clear view of the outside parking area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer station, and a large window.

13. Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

Hillview, 19.9 km from John Barr Lake

alice

฿2,875

฿3,200 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area with flowers.

A modern cafe with a coffee station, seating area, and a counter with food options.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG

16.5 km from John Barr Lake

Melanie

฿3,389

฿3,737 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.

A motel with a '6' sign, a parking lot, and a building entrance with columns.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a waiting area with seating, and a view of the outside through large windows.

15. Motel 6 Shepherdsville, KY – Louisville South

12.3 km from John Barr Lake

Amberley

฿1,992

฿2,217 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A vending machine area with snacks and beverages, a sign with 'KY', and a message on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a green office chair, and a large window.

A hotel dining area with a long rectangular table, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A Hampton Inn hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, a signboard, and a parking lot.

16. Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.

Hillview, 19.9 km from John Barr Lake

Michael

฿3,674

฿4,089 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A historic building with red shutters, stone walls, and a sign indicating it is a tavern.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and stacked cups on the counter.

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

A display of glassware and mugs in a shop setting with a brick wall and a fireplace in the background.

17. Talbott Inn

18.1 km from John Barr Lake

Michael

฿4,258

฿4,694 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by large windows and exercise equipment.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, a microwave, and a wooden barrel.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a wall of dumbbells.

A modern indoor space with multiple tables and chairs, a seating area, and a counter.

18. Spark by Hilton Bardstown

16.8 km from John Barr Lake

john

฿3,109

฿3,428 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a staircase, and a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a nightstand, a lamp, and a couch.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, an elliptical, and a weight machine.

A hotel reception desk with a dark stone counter, a sign reading 'Quality by Choice Hotels', and a computer monitor displaying 'WELCOME!'.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South

Hillview, 19.8 km from John Barr Lake

Raphael

฿2,248

฿2,503 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A room with a window covered by teal and white curtains, a standing lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A brick building with a sign indicating an office on the ground floor.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating, and a lamp post.

20. Bourbon Capital Inn

18 km from John Barr Lake

Owen

฿3,209

฿3,538 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to John Barr Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown	9.2 Wonderful 492 reviews	View
Distill-Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,610 reviews	View
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson	8.6 Excellent 979 reviews	View
Bardstown Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 236 reviews	View
City Express By Marriott Shepherdsville Louisville	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top John Barr Lake Hotel Reviews

Distill-Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing there!! One of the best parts of our vacation."

Gold Vault Inn

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean and nice. Bed was firm. Did not like that it was full size mattresses on queen size bed. They do give you 3 pillows, which i really enjoyed. Parking. Staff was nice. Nice size town. Plenty of eatery. Coffee 24 hours. No breakfast. Bathroom was small.good place to stay the night."

Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center

10/10 Excellent

"It was enjoyable & peaceful"

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Convenient location, beautiful hotel"

Greenfield Inn and Suites Elizabethtown, KY I65 Exit 94

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and love hanging out at the pool area"

The Trail Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay. Very clean, modern, great bar and atmosphere. Perfect location for bourbon tasting. Very easy parking. Pool area is amazing. This is a destination in itself."

Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

10/10 Excellent

"There was no pool"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bardstown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and exactly as described. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was typical and good. Parking on site was great!"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

Other attractions near John Barr Lake

Awesome Flea Market

7.2/10 (40 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Awesome Flea Market during your stay in Shepherdsville. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

8.6/10 (65 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest during your trip to Shepherdsville. Discover the area's cafes or seek out the hiking trails.

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Forest Edge Winery

6.8/10 (21 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Forest Edge Winery during your travels to Shepherdsville. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Jim Beam American Outpost

8.8/10 (160 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Jim Beam American Outpost in Shepherdsville. Discover the cafes in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.

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James B. Beam Distilling Co.

You can take time to visit James B. Beam Distilling Co. during your travels to Shepherdsville. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Wight - Meyer Vineyard & Winery

6.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Wight - Meyer Vineyard & Winery during your travels to Shepherdsville. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Heritage Hill Golf Course

5.6/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Shepherdsville at Heritage Hill Golf Course. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Paroquet Springs Conference Center

7.0/10 (27 reviews)

Paroquet Springs Conference Center is just one of the places to see in Shepherdsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Barr Lake?

John Barr Lake is located in Shepherdsville. Travellers like this family-friendly area for its restaurants and shopping. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to John Barr Lake?

Distill-Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 10.6 mi (17 km) from John Barr Lake. Other good choices around the area include The Trail Hotel and Talbott Inn.

How many hotels will I find near John Barr Lake?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from John Barr Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Barr Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near John Barr Lake.

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Our top choices for John Barr Lake hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bardstown

2. Distill-Inn

3. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

4. Bardstown Motor Lodge

5. City Express By Marriott Shepherdsville Louisville

6. The Trail Hotel

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

8. Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

9. Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Louisville South, KY

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

12. Best Western Shepherdsville-Louisville South Hotel

13. Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bardstown by IHG

15. Motel 6 Shepherdsville, KY – Louisville South

16. Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.

17. Talbott Inn

18. Spark by Hilton Bardstown

19. Quality Inn & Suites Brooks Louisville South

20. Bourbon Capital Inn

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Top John Barr Lake Hotel Reviews

Distill-Inn

Gold Vault Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Louisville Airport Fair and Expo Center

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Ctr by IHG

Greenfield Inn and Suites Elizabethtown, KY I65 Exit 94

The Trail Hotel

Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bardstown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

Other attractions near John Barr Lake

Awesome Flea Market

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest

Forest Edge Winery

Jim Beam American Outpost

James B. Beam Distilling Co.

Wight - Meyer Vineyard & Winery

Heritage Hill Golf Course

Paroquet Springs Conference Center

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