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

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a bar area, and a mural on the wall.

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

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

1. Distill-Inn

10.6 mi from John Barr Lake

Charlie

£90

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, wooden bar stools, and pendant lighting.

An indoor swimming pool with clear markings, a wooden deck, and a view of the outside.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

Hillview, 12.4 mi from John Barr Lake

Adrian

£90

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and a tiled wall.

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.

3. Bardstown Motor Lodge

11.7 mi from John Barr Lake

Brenda

£83

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

4. Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

7.5 mi from John Barr Lake

Russell

£68

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom door.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a fireplace, and a sign welcoming guests to General Nelson.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a computer setup, a fireplace, and a stone wall.

5. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

10.9 mi from John Barr Lake

Stacy

£67

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

6. City Express By Marriott Shepherdsville Louisville

Hillview, 12.5 mi from John Barr Lake

Andrea

£75

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating and a fire feature.

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

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

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

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Hillview, 12.5 mi from John Barr Lake

Christopher

£109

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round wooden coffee table, and a bar with stools.

8. The Trail Hotel

11.2 mi from John Barr Lake

William

£114

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

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

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

7.4 mi from John Barr Lake

Donald

£64

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

A reception area with a counter, coffee machines, and a wall mural welcoming visitors to a place with horses.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a glass display case with liquor bottles, and a wall-mounted TV.

10. Best Western Shepherdsville-Louisville South Hotel

7.8 mi from John Barr Lake

Gary

£73

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and yellow color scheme, lounge chairs, and a small table.

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

11. Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

Hillview, 12.4 mi from John Barr Lake

steven

£82

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with a view.

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

Hillview, 12.4 mi from John Barr Lake

Michael

£92

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

Hillview, 12.4 mi from John Barr Lake

alice

£70

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a fruit display, and a sign indicating the bread and pastry section.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a desk with a chair, and a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by green chairs and a tiled floor.

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hillview by IHG

Hillview, 12.5 mi from John Barr Lake

Daniel

£80

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 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 bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

15. Bourbon Capital Inn

11.2 mi from John Barr Lake

Owen

£71

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A table set for four with a stone wall background, green cushioned chairs, and a clear glass decanter on each place setting.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a radiator, and a painting on the wall.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and a vase of yellow flowers.

A garden with a stone wall, a wooden gate, and various plants.

16. Jailer's Inn

11.2 mi from John Barr Lake

Lisa

£133

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, a green sofa, and a yellow armchair.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, microwave, and a bright green chair.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A living room with a green sofa, a yellow armchair, and a flat-screen TV against a wall.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Shepherdsville / Louisville South I65

7.4 mi from John Barr Lake

Lea

£55

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A laundry room with two white front-loading washers and a stainless steel dryer.

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.

18. Motel 6 Shepherdsville, KY – Louisville South

7.6 mi from John Barr Lake

KATHLEEN

£50

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

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

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

19. Spark by Hilton Bardstown

10.4 mi from John Barr Lake

john

£98

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A kitchen area with a wooden counter, a clock, a refrigerator, and a 'No Pets Allowed' sign.

A hotel reception area with a 'NO PETS ALLOWED' sign, a 'NO SMOKING' sign, and a 'OPEN' sign.

A room with two framed paintings, a striped chair, and a small table.

A parking lot with a gas station in the background, a tree, and a car parked in the foreground.

20. Americas Inn

11.2 mi from John Barr Lake

Daphane

£67

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to John Barr Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Distill-Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,617 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville	9.4 Exceptional 550 reviews	View
Bardstown Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 234 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South	8.4 Very good 802 reviews	View
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson	8.6 Excellent 978 reviews	View

Top John Barr Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport South by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel! Highly recommend!"

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean hotel. Very friendly staff. Breakfast is decent"

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

10/10 Excellent

"We didn’t get to enjoy the casino since we stayed just for the night before a flight but we are planning to go back for weekend very soon."

Distill-Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was ok. The room was clean. We would stay there again."

The Trail Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay at the The Trail. Unfortunately the speakeasy was not open and we did not use the rejuvenation room because we were not told it was complimentary till end of our stay. Rooms were very comfortable and the food was excellent. Great selection of spirits and cocktails. I would definitely return but would come on a weekend when more is open"

Talbott Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, quiet for being in the center of town. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Conveniently located."

Gold Vault Inn

8/10 Good

"Breakfast options were minimal and didn’t have a large amount so was always gone within the first few minutes from the time it started. I was unable to access the WiFi from where my room was located. Other than those two things I have no complaints. Staff was accommodating in regards to assisting requests for restocking items that were needed."

Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport

8/10 Good

"It’s a low value motel. You get what you pay for."

Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was quite peaceful for being so close to highways and the airport. The staff was helpful and accommodating. Our AC unit stopped working properly and the staff had it fixed immediately. The room was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was ready during the stated hours. A variety of items were offered each day."

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. Distill-Inn

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Shepherdsville

3. Bardstown Motor Lodge

4. Spark by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

5. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Bardstown General Nelson

6. City Express By Marriott Shepherdsville Louisville

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

8. The Trail Hotel

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

10. Best Western Shepherdsville-Louisville South Hotel

11. Tru by Hilton Shepherdsville Louisville South

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

13. Comfort Inn Shepherdsville - Louisville South

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hillview by IHG

15. Bourbon Capital Inn

16. Jailer's Inn

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Shepherdsville / Louisville South I65

18. Motel 6 Shepherdsville, KY – Louisville South

19. Spark by Hilton Bardstown

20. Americas Inn

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Top John Barr Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Louisville Airport South by IHG

Best Western Louisville Airport Expo

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

Distill-Inn

The Trail Hotel

Talbott Inn

Gold Vault Inn

Red Roof Inn Louisville Expo Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Louisville Airport South

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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