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An abandoned two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and overgrown grass.

An abandoned two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and overgrown grass.

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A historic building with a tower, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A rustic wooden gate in a grassy field with a stone tower in the background.

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a wall with three paintings.

A reception area with a blue sofa, green ottomans, a lamp, and wall art.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.

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1. Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

2.0 star property

Grayson

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (465 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(465 reviews)

"We were passing through the area on a long car trip and decided to book a room last minute. Easy check in, clean room, simple but appreciated breakfast items. Would stay again if passing through."

"We were passing through the area on a long car trip and decided to book a room last minute. Easy check in, clean room, simple but appreciated breakfast items. Would stay again if passing through."

United States

Justin

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, white lounge chairs, and a table with a towel.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a bathtub, and two lamps.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a green armchair, a fireplace, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden furniture, and a microwave on the counter.

2. SureStay by Best Western Grayson

SureStay by Best Western Grayson

2.5 star property

Grayson

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (385 reviews)

8.0/10

Very good

(385 reviews)

"The place is older and needs renovated. Clean and kind staff."

"The place is older and needs renovated. Clean and kind staff."

United States

Lisa

SureStay by Best Western Grayson

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, and a small rug.

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, sofas, a coffee table with a floral arrangement, and a television screen.

A breakfast bar with coffee makers, a blender, and a cereal dispenser. There are wooden chairs and a table.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Grayson

Super 8 by Wyndham Grayson

2.5 star property

Grayson

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (892 reviews)

8.0/10

Very good

(892 reviews)

"The property is very well updated and clean. Great place to stay with dogs"

"The property is very well updated and clean. Great place to stay with dogs"

United States

Jennifer

Super 8 by Wyndham Grayson

A hotel room with a dining area, kitchen, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large white bathtub, a bed with white linens, and a door with a curtain.

A vending machine with snacks and a Pepsi dispenser.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign for Amerias Best Value Inn, and a flat-screen TV on the right.

4. Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

3.0 star property

Grayson

7.0 out of 10, Good, (421 reviews)

7.0/10

Good

(421 reviews)

"It's a good place to stay at"

"It's a good place to stay at"

United States

James

Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

A green pickup truck parked on a grassy area with a house and trees in the background.

A campfire with logs and rocks, surrounded by a grassy area with a small shed in the background.

A utility box with two circuit breakers, a grounding rod, and a warning label.

Two off-road vehicles parked on a gravel path in a grassy area with trees and a building in the background.

5. Rush Creek Camp, Lot # 03

Rush Creek Camp, Lot # 03

Rush

Rush Creek Camp, Lot # 03

A covered outdoor area with a set of stairs leading up to a seating area with two chairs and a small table.

A wooden cabinet with two doors, containing various food items and condiments.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with two wooden chairs.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a small side table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

6. Fall is here, autumnal colors are beginning to show in the hills of Eastern KY!

Fall is here, autumnal colors are beginning to show in the hills of Eastern KY!

Grayson

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)

8.8/10

Excellent

(3 reviews)

"The home was as described.. clean .. location as great … bed was comfy!! Will definitely look to stay again!!"

"The home was as described.. clean .. location as great … bed was comfy!! Will definitely look to stay again!!"

United States

Ronald S.

Fall is here, autumnal colors are beginning to show in the hills of Eastern KY!

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a red sofa, and a dining area.

A conference room with a glass table, four white chairs, a potted plant, and large windows with blinds.

A living room with a sliding glass door leading to a deck, a brown sofa, a red chair, a wall clock, and a framed artwork.

A covered outdoor area with two ATVs parked on gravel, a wooden building in the background, and trees around.

7. Enjoy the charm of Rush Kentucky on a quite and relax setting or go off-roading

Enjoy the charm of Rush Kentucky on a quite and relax setting or go off-roading

Rush

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(46 reviews)

"Sal was very quick to reply and ensure that we got into the home fine. The trailer was nice and quiet. Will stay here again."

"Sal was very quick to reply and ensure that we got into the home fine. The trailer was nice and quiet. Will stay here again."

United States

Jon M.

Enjoy the charm of Rush Kentucky on a quite and relax setting or go off-roading

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a bathroom.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area.

A hotel with a large sign reading 'SureStay by BEST WESTERN HOTEL.'

8. Surestay by Best Western Grayson

Surestay by Best Western Grayson

2.0 star property

Grayson

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)

8.0/10

Very good

(1 review)

Surestay by Best Western Grayson

A compact RV kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

A recreational vehicle with a covered patio area, a picnic table, and a small ATV.

A compact RV kitchen with a microwave, stove, and wooden cabinets.

A mobile home with a covered porch, a small window, and a sliding door.

9. Cozy camper in charming Rush with direct trail access rush off road park

Cozy camper in charming Rush with direct trail access rush off road park

Rush

Cozy camper in charming Rush with direct trail access rush off road park

A grassy area with a playground, a stop sign, and utility poles.

A picnic table in a park with gravel ground, surrounded by trees and utility poles.

A grassy park area with playground equipment, a dirt path, and utility poles.

A grassy field with a playground, utility poles, and a road with vehicles.

10. Pleasant campground in Rush perfect for your outdoor getaway,direct trail access

Pleasant campground in Rush perfect for your outdoor getaway,direct trail access

Rush

Pleasant campground in Rush perfect for your outdoor getaway,direct trail access

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a comfortable seating area.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, a bench, and a coat rack.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a dishwasher, a marble countertop, a chandelier, and a dining area with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a blanket, and two wall-mounted lamps.

11. Spacious Family Home w/ Fireplace & Fire Pit

Spacious Family Home w/ Fireplace & Fire Pit

Grayson

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(12 reviews)

"Beautiful home, had a great stay. Will stay again."

"Beautiful home, had a great stay. Will stay again."

United States

Kelly F.

Spacious Family Home w/ Fireplace & Fire Pit

A tented area with two chairs facing a playground and trees.

A tented room with a bed, a wooden floor, and a patterned rug.

An aerial view of a campsite with a gravel road, RVs, and several tent-style cabins.

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12. Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky with AC and Access to Biking Trails

Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky with AC and Access to Biking Trails

Grayson

Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky with AC and Access to Biking Trails

A portable tent with a raised platform and a sleeping area inside.

A compact tent with a bed, a small table, and a trash bin.

A campground with two tents, picnic tables, and a basketball hoop.

Miscellaneous

13. Modern Safari Tent Rental with AC and Trails in Grayson, Kentucky

Modern Safari Tent Rental with AC and Trails in Grayson, Kentucky

Grayson

Modern Safari Tent Rental with AC and Trails in Grayson, Kentucky

A portable tent with a raised platform and a sleeping area inside.

A compact tent with a bed, a small table, and a trash bin.

A campground with two tents, picnic tables, and a basketball hoop.

Miscellaneous

14. Safari Tent Glamping in Grayson Kentucky with Biking Trails Access

Safari Tent Glamping in Grayson Kentucky with Biking Trails Access

Grayson

Safari Tent Glamping in Grayson Kentucky with Biking Trails Access

A hotel dining area with a large window, a kitchen area, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large white bathtub, a bed with white linens, a door, and a curtain.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, coffee maker, and a water dispenser.

A reception desk with a wooden finish and a sign that reads "AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN".

15. Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

2.0 star property

Grayson

Americas Best Value Inn Grayson

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16. Loft Suite on Main @ Bit O' Time Treasures - Grayson, KY - Heart of the Parks

Loft Suite on Main @ Bit O' Time Treasures - Grayson, KY - Heart of the Parks

Grayson

Loft Suite on Main @ Bit O' Time Treasures - Grayson, KY - Heart of the Parks

A portable tent with a raised platform and a sleeping area inside.

A compact tent with a bed, a small table, and a trash bin.

A campground with two tents, picnic tables, and a basketball hoop.

Miscellaneous

17. Modern Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky near Mountain Biking Trails

Modern Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky near Mountain Biking Trails

Grayson

Modern Safari Tent Glamping in Kentucky near Mountain Biking Trails

A stone building with a sign reading "Cottage Street Lodge" and a wooden bridge leading to it.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and a stone floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of trees.

A hiking trail sign in a wooded area.

18. Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

3.0 star property

Greenup

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (376 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(376 reviews)

"Great stay!!"

"Great stay!!"

United States

Justin

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

A rustic wooden cabin with a porch, wooden barrels, and a car parked nearby.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a refrigerator.

A cozy cabin room with a wooden interior, a bed with a quilted blanket, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A rustic wooden cabin with a pitched roof, a small porch, and a clock on the front.

19. Iona Cabin: Your Cozy Retreat for Hunting, Off-Roading, and Relaxation

Iona Cabin: Your Cozy Retreat for Hunting, Off-Roading, and Relaxation

Louisa

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)

9.8/10

Exceptional

(10 reviews)

"This is a cute cabin and a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. Good place to travel to Grayson Lake. Will definitely be back."

"This is a cute cabin and a relaxing and beautiful place to stay. Good place to travel to Grayson Lake. Will definitely be back."

United States

Anonymous traveler

Iona Cabin: Your Cozy Retreat for Hunting, Off-Roading, and Relaxation

A cozy cabin interior with a spiral staircase, wooden walls, a kitchen with a black refrigerator, and a brown leather sofa.

A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, a black refrigerator, a brown leather sofa, and a chandelier.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove.

A log cabin with a metal roof, a porch with a bench, and a welcome sign.

20. Cozy 2-Bdrm Cabin Fox Den- near Greenbo Lake State Park

Cozy 2-Bdrm Cabin Fox Den- near Greenbo Lake State Park

Argillite

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(18 reviews)

"What a special place! Will definitely stay here again!!"

"What a special place! Will definitely stay here again!!"

United States

Rob S.

Cozy 2-Bdrm Cabin Fox Den- near Greenbo Lake State Park

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Top Carter County Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington

DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean The staff was great and the room was very quiet. They have two elevators that were always going!"

Beverly 3-night trip

Posted 17 hours ago

DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

10/10 Excellent

"A clean room and gorgeous surroundings. Breakfast not so great."

Sharee 1-night trip

Posted 2 days ago

Greenbo Lake State Resort Park

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Ashland

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Ashland

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff at night. Very helpful."

Douglas 1-night trip

Posted 3 days ago

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Ashland

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ironton by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ironton by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Serena. Or Sierra? Was very helpful. She made me feel comfortable on my Stay. Enjoyed the hotub too! I liked the Laid back vibe. Thanks!"

Camelia 1-night trip

Posted 3 days ago

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ironton by IHG

Holiday Inn Portsmouth Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Portsmouth Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very Nice!"

Christy 2-night trip

Posted 4 days ago

Holiday Inn Portsmouth Downtown by IHG

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntington Downtown

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntington Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean quiet rooms, wonderfully nice staff, decent breakfast and wonderful bar. I would absolutely stay again. Parking is free, but can get crowded on the weekends during Marshall events. Plentiful amount local restaurants."

Joseph 2-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntington Downtown

Best Western Eagles Inn

Best Western Eagles Inn

8/10 Good

"The EV charger is a game changer for me. My son’s girlfriend goes to Morehead but there are no superchargers within an hour of the school. When we first visited I had to plan a stop in Lexington and then make sure I had enough battery to get back. So much more convenient. The hotel was clean, breakfast was good, The staff was great."

Michael 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Best Western Eagles Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

8/10 Good

"Very convenient to the Highway. Property lacked sufficient parking and the grounds had minimal landscaping, etc, but the room was very clean and comfortable. I thought the rate was a bit high for the property, but I would stay here again."

Charles 1-night trip

Posted 8 days ago

Days Inn by Wyndham Grayson

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ironton

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ironton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and cozy beds! The breakfast here is one of the best I’ve ever had at any hotel! On weekends though it doesn’t start until 7am. We were up super early so it would have been nice if it started at 6am. No complaints on anything else."

Leslie 2-night trip

Posted 9 days ago

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ironton

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