One Of The Best Hotels In The Entire World Is In Kentucky And You'll Never Forget Your Stay
By Sarah McCosham|Updated on May 03, 2024(Originally published November 29, 2022)
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Sarah McCosham
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As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.
The Bluegrass State is home to numerous historic accommodations and incredible resorts, but nothing holds a candle to The Kentucky Castle. A spectacular destination in and of itself, The Kentucky Castle is a real-life kingdom in the hills of Horse Country. This majestic property is wonderfully unusual and has a top-rated spa, luxurious accommodations, and an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant. This delightful castle is as enchanting as it gets, and you’ll be utterly blown away by this surprising royal treasure that is, in our opinion, one of the best hotels in Kentucky.
The Kentucky Castle is a majestic property that sits on 100 acres in Versailles, not far from Lexington and right in the heart of Horse Country. This is the kind of pristine and pastoral rolling landscape most people associate with Kentucky.
Built decades ago by a couple who admired the classic, gothic architecture of Old Europe; today, this castle hotel in Kentucky is a boutique hotel, event space, restaurant, spa, and so much more. And the inside of this royal destination is as beautiful as you'd imagine.
With 15 glorious guest accommodations, including a Farm View Cabin and four Tower Suites, you're sure to be impressed no matter which setting you select.
We're partial to the chalets, however... this is the sitting area of one, complete with a spiral staircase, small kitchenette (or bourbon bar, if you prefer!), and well-appointed sitting area.
Guests truly get handed the keys to the kingdom upon arrival, complete with all the posh amenities you'd expect at one of the finest luxury hotels in Kentucky: a rooftop pool, full-service spa, and renowned restaurant.
In terms of fare, the Castle Farm restaurant is farm-to-table dining at its finest, offering guests a robust menu of chef-prepared dishes like lamb ragù and braised short ribs. As its name suggests, many of the menu items are grown on-site, too.
The Kentucky Castle is a Bluegrass State icon that deserves every word of praise it receives. This castle hotel is a place of pure fantasy; an experience you can only have here in Kentucky.
The next time you’re in Horse Country, plan to stay at The Kentucky Castle — it’s truly one of the best hotels in Kentucky! Be sure to take a guided tour of some of the top distilleries in Kentucky while you are here.