Overview
Historic inn in Bardstown, home to the oldest bourbon bar in the world
Dining & Bourbon Bar
The Old Talbott Tavern houses a restaurant serving American cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. The bar is recognized as the oldest bourbon bar in the world, offering a vast bourbon selection. Guests staying at the inn receive complimentary made-to-order American breakfast each morning.
Historical Significance
Talbott Tavern And Inn Bardstown is the oldest stagecoach stop in America, operating since 1779. The building features a self-guided tour with exhibits such as bullet holes from Jesse James and a mural painted by exiled French King Louis Philippe. Bardstown itself has been named Most Beautiful Small Town in America by Rand McNally and USA Today.
Accommodations
The inn offers rooms in both the historic tavern building and a separate 1913 annex, with styles including Queen, King, and Double-Queen. Named suites such as the Washington Irving Suite include a fireplace and jetted tub. Rooms in the annex provide quieter stays away from live music.
Entertainment & Common Spaces
The Old Talbott Tavern schedules live music on Thursday through Saturday evenings. Guests can relax in the shared lounge area or on the second-floor balcony overlooking Courthouse Square. The business center and meeting facilities are available for work needs.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel lies within walking distance of Bourbon Trail distilleries such as Maker's Mark, Heaven Hill, and Willett. My Old Kentucky Home State Park is a 16-minute walk away, and the Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History is nearby. The property also offers accessible parking and street parking for guests.
- Historical Significance: Oldest stagecoach stop in America
- Bourbon Bar: Oldest bourbon bar in the world
- Dining: On-site restaurant serving American cuisine with bourbon selection
- Entertainment: Live music on weekends at the Old Talbott Tavern
- Location: Walking distance to Bourbon Trail distilleries and downtown Bardstown
- Breakfast: Complimentary made-to-order American breakfast
- Awards: Bardstown named Most Beautiful Small Town in America by Rand McNally and USA Today
Rooms and availability
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Bed options:2 Double beds
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Coffee machine
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Bed options:2 Double beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Bed options:2 Queen Size Beds
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Flat-screen TV
Business centre
Children's menu
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Talbott Tavern And Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 74 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 64.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Louisville, SDF |
Location
- City landmarks
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