Where to Stay at Mammoth Cave National Park

Inside the Park

• The Lodge at Mammoth Cave: Historic hotel (rebuilt 2018), rooms, cottages, restaurant, gift shop, near visitor center/cave entrance.

Nearby Towns (10–30 min drive)

• Cave City, KY: Many chain hotels (Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn, Best Western), restaurants, attractions (Dinosaur World, Jesse James Museum).
• Park City, KY: Smaller, quieter; B&Bs, cabins.
• Glasgow, KY: More dining/shopping; ~20 min.
• Bowling Green, KY: Full services (malls, hospitals, WKU), ~30 min; Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, etc.

Camping

• Mammoth Cave Campground: 100+ sites, reservable, near visitor center.
• Maple Springs Group Camp: For groups.
• Houchin Ferry & Dennison Ferry: Primitive, first-come, on Green River.
• Private RV Parks: In Cave City/Park City (full hookups).

Tips

Book early for summer/fall weekends. Cave tours often sell out—reserve online. The Lodge is most convenient; Cave City offers most choices.