Lake Barkley State Resort

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with marina and golf course

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Lake Barkley State Resort sits peacefully on the water's edge, offering active guests plenty of options like golf, racquetball/squash, and basketball. Windows on the Water serves American dishes with lake views. Enjoy free WiFi, an indoor pool, and highly praised staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
3500 State Park Rd, Cadiz, KY, 42211

What's nearby

  • Lake Barkley State Resort Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Barkley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Boots Randolph Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Donaldson Creek Public Use Area - 30 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Prizer Point Public Use Area - 35 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taste of the South - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pier - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪The Fishing Hole - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Barn Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Lake Barkley State Resort

Hotel by the lake
At Lake Barkley State Resort, you can look forward to a golf course, a marina and a playground. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Windows on the Water, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as basketball, fishing and racquetball/squash. In addition to an arcade/games room and a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift, 1 meeting room and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 133 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations, hairdryers and shampoo
  • Coffee/tea makers and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 2 to 12 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Windows on the Water

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Fishing
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request

Business services

  • Conference centre (6,340 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a state park
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • 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.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 22 December to 28 December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Tennis courts
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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 pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Property is also known as

Lake Barkley State Resort Cadiz
Lake Barkley State Cadiz
Lake Barkley State
Barkley Hotel Cadiz
Lake Barkley Hotel Cadiz
Lake Barkley State Cadiz
Lake Barkley State Resort Hotel
Lake Barkley State Resort Cadiz
Lake Barkley State Resort Hotel Cadiz

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Barkley State Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. One of the swimming pools is closed seasonally each year from December 22 until December 28.

Is Lake Barkley State Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lake Barkley State Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Barkley State Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lake Barkley State Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Lake Barkley State Resort located?

Situated in Cadiz, this golf hotel is steps away from Lake Barkley State Resort Park and Lake Barkley. Boots Randolph Golf Course is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Lake Barkley State Resort Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 800 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 800 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 800 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 800 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 800 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lake Barkley is a treasure. Visited often when I was a child, and again as a MSU student. I’m thrilled to hear of the lodge updates that are pending. It’s rustic and reliable and just what we needed to get away for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheridan

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

Reunion

Cute room with a nice view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This facility has everything you need for a family get together. Regardless of the weather, there is a lot to do. The beach is quite a distance from the lodge and best to drive. People were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been coming here over 50 years!! This is where I recharge!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place to stay. Just far enough to be away from everyone but not too far away from the hwy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly at Check in and especially at the Lodge dining room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is a real hidden gem! We will definitely be back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Bed was comfy. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant had good food and staff there was also friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Cody

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have no internet, refrigerator, or microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place a little older
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Betty

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view by the lake but unfortunately it the road was closed going down to to the beach and the restaurant was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At first I wasn’t impressed with the cabin but once we “made it our own” it was great! You should take a candle to take care of unpleasant smell, it works. There were a lot of deer in the area, be careful. The outdoor pool was great, it overlooked the lake. Get there early to get an umbrella. Apparently, you can go early, stake out your territory, umbrella and all, put towels on the chairs you want and leave for a few hours and come back whenever you want to.Despite that, It was fun and everyone was friendly, staff was great. Tip heavily. These kids are great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and friendly folks. No fridge or microwave in lodge rooms, which I would have enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Samuel

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

Live on the sunny side

Loved the beautiful surroundings, view of lake, staff helpfulness, linens/amenity services of the room, however there was an unpleasant sewer odor in our room. Resort is very dog friendly. Family reunion serviceable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Our trip was cancelled due to power out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold smell,rooms need to be updated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

No Indoor Pool per Hotels.com

Very clean even though they are working there way through updating. However, Hotels.com indicates property had an indoor pool which is one of the reasons we picked resort but it only had outdoor pools which where closed because it was winter.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actual room was not as pictured. Room was not recently cleaned. Has to sweep floor and felt dust on floor after. Dead spiders, dirty balcony. Had to ask for additional chair for balcony. Asked for pet friendly unit we were put downstairs not near and grassy areas. The lodge was not ready for spring/holiday guests. Property needs leaves/debris landscape cleanup. Will probably not return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a state park the rooms were better than expected. Mattresses and beds had been updated, restroom was well equipped and clean, and patio had two chairs and a table. All rooms have a lake view which is also nice. One key feature we loved is you can get from either side of rooms to the game room which leads up to the restaurant all while under cover in case it rains which it did our first night there. Food off the menu was excellent but only had that option one day. Buffet was good and varied daily which made it challenging if you didn’t like anything in it as not much else around to eat during the off season. Patios and balconies were all very clean and nice to sit and relax to enjoy the views, visit with family, etc. we will definitely go back for a longer stay to enjoy some water activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They should advise us in the description that the property is currently undergoing parking lot construction and I have to say, as WiFi is spotty in the countryside, not having reliable WiFi in the facility and not being able to use their phone system was a real problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffery S

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bugs everywhere in room. Unkept. No services at all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marianela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mala la comoda y pocas atracciones tremendo aburrimiento
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place by the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Family Trip in the Cottage

The service at the lodge was excellent and the cottage was mostly fine; just old. Very outdated and rather expensive for what it was. Seemed to have some mold issues are the lights in the bedrooms, holes in the walls in the bathrooms, and the small was gross. We wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025