Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

3.0 star property
Guests can relax by the indoor pool, stroll the sun-kissed terrace, or venture out to nearby Western Kentucky University and CrossWinds Golf Course

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Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green sits close to local attractions while offering plenty of on-site comforts. Travelers enjoy breakfast at Hartland Cafe, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and appreciate the helpful staff that previous guests consistently mention.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communicaitons, Allergen Treated)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Allergen Treated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Bowling Green, Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG is in the city centre. Aviation Heritage Park and National Corvette Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Russell Sims Aquatic Center and Beech Bend Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Bowling Green Ballpark or NCM Motorsports Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Bowling Green travel guide
Map
1021 Wilkinson Trce, Bowling Green, KY, 42103

What's nearby

  • Sloan Convention Center
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • CrossWinds Golf Course
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Paul Walker Golf Course
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Western Kentucky University
    4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    3 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Pub by Novo
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar
    14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

Hotel near Western Kentucky University
Located close to CrossWinds Golf Course and Sloan Convention Center, Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Hartland Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, 15 meeting rooms and a TV in reception
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 218 rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 10 mi
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 8 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hartland Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (19,580 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
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
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15.95 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 8 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 5 AM to midnight
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn University Hotel Plaza-Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green
University Plaza-Bowling Green
Bowling Green Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza - Bowling Green Hotel Bowling Green
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green Hotel
Holiday Inn University Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5 AM to midnight.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG on 25 Jan 2026 start from NZ$174.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 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 Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

Self-parking is available for USD 8 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Bowling Green, this hotel is steps away from CrossWinds Golf Course and Sloan Convention Center. Western Kentucky University and Bowling Green Ballpark are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W.

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was decent, quick check in, amenities work great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was great, room needed some cleaning (carpet), Hallways needed shampooing, Staff was great 👍, & outside property was average .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property only stayed for one night while picking up my new puppy. But it was beautiful and I felt perfectly safe at 3:00 a.m. walking around outside the nice dog friendly areas.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mukhlis

Liked: Amenities
Clean friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything. Staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our go to when we visit our daughter at WKU. Clean, convenient and very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Liked: Room comfort

Comfortable Bed, but a very busy weekend spot, no

Solid stay. The staff are nice. This is a tremendously busy place on the weekends, with kids running in the halls until they let get reigned in at midnight. Comfortable beds. We were told on Friday that the pool doesn’t open until 3–which is kind of why I book this hotel routinely. I like to swim in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great Spot in BGKY

Excellent location with great rooms and plenty of near by dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cool. Very quiet on our floor. I like that all the doors to the rooms are inside and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Very friendly staff, helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheridan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff is wonderful. Regular expected room housekeeping is very poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, service was top notch, convenient location. Perfect for the graduation weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly check-in staff; excellent breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice and staff was great! But they were having issues with the air conditioning so we ended up switching hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L

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

Nice stay

Our room was clean, staff was friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best places in the area. A few minor maintenance issues need to be addressed in the room, but clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the staff was helpful and great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Candace

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our stay was not a positive experience, as much as we’d liked it to have been. The pool was freezing along with the pool area. The towels at the pool were all damp as well. Which made it difficult to even dry off or get warm after exiting the pool. We specifically stayed at this hotel to take our grandson swimming. I told the lady at the front desk this when we arrived. When we returned later that evening to swim, it was so cold we couldn’t stand to stay in the water. We told a different person at the front desk and they said they’d have someone from maintenance come look at it. No one ever showed up, so we left. The room was subpar cleanliness wise. There were stains on the inside of the comforter on the bed, the bathroom mirror was filthy with dirty water spots all over it and the housekeeper had left her vape in the bathroom. The carpet needed vacuuming, the shower head spit water and didn’t work correctly. The room just didn’t feel clean, so along with the pool being ice cold, it was a poor experience. The lady at check in was very nice, but we only interacted with her during check in. I also couldn’t believe we were charged $8 for parking. They didn’t even ask if we had a vehicle on property. We could have been dropped off for all they knew. There was also someone running in and out of a room on our floor and the door slammed loudly each time they went in or out. Overall, poor experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet, great value - third year in a row I stayed here for the bg26.2 Marathon, looking forward to staying here next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zelkha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place and nice atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Syieda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and very responsive. I had an issue with the surprise parking fee, since it was a public parking lot with no parking tags required. It also wasn’t a secured lot. The staff removed the fee with no problem. The hallway carpet was covered in stains and the room smelled old. The bathroom needs to be remodeled. There were stains on the bathtub and on the toilet. It had nothing to do with cleanliness, it was just a very old and dated facility. The breakfast was good, especially the omelette. I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean and nice. Check-in was super quick. Pool and pool area need to be updated. It smells a little musty in there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025