Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8 (520 reviews)
1021 Wilkinson Trace , Bowling Green , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Hidden charges
Old facilities
Hard beds

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Most reviews praised the cleanliness, but there were significant complaints about unpleasant smells and dirty carpets.
Service
8.93
The staff was generally praised, particularly for being friendly and helpful, though there were isolated complaints.
Location
8.97
Location received positive mentions in multiple reviews, seen as a strong aspect of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.92
Room quality was mixed; while some found it spacious and comfortable, others reported hard beds and missing amenities.
Amenities
7.45
Amenities were noted as lacking in some areas, such as outdated facilities and unexpected fees.
Value for Money
6.91
Multiple reviews mentioned surprise fees which affected the perceived value for money.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast was highlighted positively, but some reviews commented on the extra charges for food.
Overall Experience
8.43
Many guests enjoyed their overall experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 06:04

Property Description

Indulge in Comfort and Convenience

Luxurious Accommodations: Enjoy a 37-inch flat-screen cable TV, work desk, and ironing facilities in every room. Upgrade to a suite for a kitchenette and stunning views of the hotel's garden and waterfall.

Relax and Unwind: Take a dip in the indoor pool or break a sweat in the fitness center. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi and wired Internet access throughout the hotel.

Delightful Dining Options: Start your day with a delicious meal at the on-site Hartland Cafe, and unwind with a drink at the Atrium Lounge. Room service is also available for a cozy night in.

Experience comfort and convenience at its finest at the University Plaza Holiday Inn in Bowling Green. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Please note our pool will be temporarily closed for renovations from April 6 through May 15. We appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance your experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our team.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BNA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 5 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for US$0 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 520 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 6.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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F239OAjeffs Family Monrovia, Indiana
10
Well done!
Pros:

Very nice facility. The staff was professional and accommodating. Even with ongoing construction, it was an enjoyable and restful evening. It was sorely needed.

2026-05-13 via Tripadvisor
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A9337BLjeffs Family
2
Avoid this place under construction no amenities.
Pros:

Under construction including jack hammer from 9am to 6pm every day no pool available fitness room felt like it was 95deg air conditioning wasn't working. Went to the bar at 8pm one night for some food and drinks nobody there spoke with the front desk said it was open until 10pm well apparently they weren't aware there was no one there. Terrible experience is putting it nicely for what I paid even half that would be to much.

2026-05-12 via Tripadvisor
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Rita solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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jennifermH3526IC Family
10
Great Experience
Pros:

The hotel room was absolutely amazing. Nice beds. Nice pillows. Very good breakfast. Food was fantastic. The hotel front staff are amazing. People very very nice and friendly. The hotel is under construction but that did not bother us. We will come back when the pool and everything is renovated. Nice place to stay

2026-05-07 via Tripadvisor
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Jennifer family_with_children us
4
Convenient to WTU nice staff, but wouldn’t choose again
Pros:

Close to WKU - friendly staff

Cons:

None of the ice-makers worked. It was under construction. The air-conditioning in my room was leaking and making noise. You couldn’t control the thermostat, the shower rod was loose in the wall.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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R2984WWandrewe Family
2
Would give 0/5 stars if that was an option
Pros:

Booked my room in November 2025 for my stay April 29th-May 3rd 2026. At no time was I informed via e-mail, text, nor call prior to arriving on the 29th, that the hotel would be under major construction and all amenities would not be available. I picked this hotel specifically for its amenities listed when booking so that my pregnant spouse and myself would have a comfortable and enjoyable stay, which did not happen. On top of these issues I walk into my room to find even the room was not fully functional as listed online when booking. There was no couch in my room, and the refrigerator was sitting infront of the bed not ready to be used. I also walk into the bathroom in my room to find a large brown recluse spider(venomous)on the wall next to the mirror. I brought these issues up to the front desk in the lobby. Only after asking for a discount myself did they finally agree and I was told they would discount the rate to $90 a day, which also did not happen. I was charged $94 a day for 3 days, and $104 for one day plus all fees and taxes. If there was an option to give 0/5 stars I would. Extremely unhappy with the price I was charged for my stay when I had to leave the hotel to go elsewhere for amenities I am paying for at the hotel.

2026-05-03 via Tripadvisor
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orishar2026 Family
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Clean establishment and friendly staff.

2026-05-03 via Tripadvisor
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FoolishCuban Couples
8
Good but will be better once remodel done
Pros:

Upon arrival we were greeted with a construction/remodel sign from 6am to 6pm. Then was told while trying to check in at 3:00pm, there were no rooms ready. So we waited in a make shift lobby for over 30 minutes for a room. First room assigned was already occupied by other guests. Luckily no one was in the room at the time. They did comp breakfast which would normally cost 15.99 pp for our troubles. That was the first I had heard seen or read regarding breakfast cost and parking costs. Our room was very nice, clean. Bed was comfortable and so were the pillows. The hotel itself will be very nice once remodeling is complete. Staff was apologetic and helpful.

2026-05-01 via Tripadvisor
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Franceπ family_with_children us
4
Pros:

My stay at the Holiday Inn had both positive and disappointing aspects. The front desk staff were very friendly and welcoming, which made check-in a pleasant experience. I also enjoyed the breakfast in the morning—it was fresh and a great way to start the day.
However, once I arrived, I discovered that there was ongoing construction on certain floors. Unfortunately, this information was not shared beforehand on the booking site. The noise from the construction—constant knocking and disruptions—made it difficult to relax and fully enjoy my stay. Because of this, I wasn’t able to appreciate the hotel’s atmosphere as much as I had hoped.
Additionally, some amenities were unavailable, including the pool and other facilities, which was disappointing. These were features I had been looking forward to using.
Overall, while the staff and breakfast were highlights, I do wish I had known about the construction ahead of time. I likely would have chosen to wait until it was completed before booking my stay.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline family_with_children us
5
Don’t stay here! Wait until demo is over!
Pros:

Location, heated pool, great breakfast buffet

Cons:

They are doing demolition renovations during the day and very loud, they gave us ear plugs

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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O5452RZtheresah Family Xenia, Ohio
10
Quick trip.
Pros:

Everyone we encountered was most pleasant. Ashley at the front desk was a true GEM!
We enjoyed our stay and will return next time we are in BG.

2026-04-05 via Tripadvisor
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Laura family_with_children us
7
Pros:

The staff were wonderful and the bed and room were very nice. I loved that room soaps and body washes as well. Over all very nice experience. I loved the gym as well. The equipment was nice.

Cons:

It may have more to do with my booking agent but I requested 2 beds and only got one, the breakfast was not what I was hoping for. The premade eggs and biscuit/gravy were awful. But the rest was wonderful. When I booked it I was unaware of the construction. So there was a lot to be desired due to that.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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randykL2082PB Business Covington, Kentucky
8
Renovation underway
Pros:

The renovation noise was rough on Monday the 31st of march. The rest of the stay it wasn't terrible. They always finished by 6 p.m. and they didn't start up again until 8 a.m.

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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Constance family_with_children us
8
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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J7310FXmichaell Business
10
Always a pleasure
Pros:

This hotel never disappoints, they go out of their way to make your stay memorable.

2026-03-22 via Tripadvisor
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O3292XPgarym Business
8
Great conference center hotel
Pros:

Attendee a conference at the hotel for three days. My stay was exactly what I needed. Nice clean room, coffee and a conference room to accommodate a lot of people.

2026-03-20 via Tripadvisor
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T'Auna couple us
4
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Tyrone family_with_children us
6
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Bishop solo_traveller us
3
Construction Complications
Pros:

The staff & breakfast were excellent. Great location for our events.

Cons:

We weren't aware that there was construction happening during our stay. The first night there was no shower curtain in the room & had to take a shower without one. Construction noise started at 8 am & was very disruptive to this stay.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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kristinjS7794LF Family Willmar, Minnesota
8
Hotel is close to campus & reasonably priced!
Pros:

Hotel is close to the university. The rooms are clean. The staff are very nice! The price is fair. The hotel is older but under renovation, cannot wait to see it once the renovations are completed! Love having a nice little bar right there on site, on-site store for a quick snack & pool was warm!

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor