Early American Motel · Aurora, Kentucky
Lake days.
Porch evenings.
Your kind of stay.
A family-owned lake-country getaway with rooms, cabins, a seasonal pool, and space to unwind. In Aurora, near Kentucky Lake and close to Land Between the Lakes.
Slow down. You’re in lake country.
Family-owned & personally welcomed
Rooms, cabins & a suite
Boat parking & pet options
There’s more to a stay than a bed
Make room for the little moments.
Four ways to settle in
A room for your kind of trip.
Pick a room to see what’s inside.
Compare beds, kitchen facilities, and bathroom styles.
Actual Deluxe King room
A simple, comfortable stay
Deluxe King
A comfortable place to recharge after a day out. Keep snacks and drinks close, then settle in for the evening.
Beds
1 king bed
Maximum 3 guests
Kitchen essentials
Fridge & microwave
Bathroom
Tub / shower
Actual Double Queen room
A little more room for your crew
Double Queen
Two queen beds make this an easy choice for traveling together, with a refrigerator and microwave for the everyday essentials.
Beds
2 queen beds
Maximum 4 guests
Kitchen essentials
Fridge & microwave
Bathroom
Walk-in shower
Actual Double Cabin room
Make yourself at home
Double Cabin
Bring the groceries and keep your own pace. A full kitchen gives you the option to cook in between your lake and trail adventures.
Beds
2 doubles + 1 twin
Maximum 5 guests
Kitchen essentials
Full kitchen
Bathroom
Walk-in shower
Actual Premium Suite room
Three queen beds and a sleeper couch
Premium Suite
Traveling with a bigger crew? This suite offers three queen beds and a sleeper couch, plus a refrigerator and microwave.
Beds
3 queens + sleeper couch
Maximum 8 guests
Kitchen essentials
Fridge & microwave
Bathroom
Tub / shower
Compare all four at a glance
Accommodation
Beds
Kitchen essentials
Bathroom
Deluxe King
1 king bed
Maximum 3 guests
Fridge & microwave
Tub / shower
Double Queen
2 queen beds
Maximum 4 guests
Fridge & microwave
Walk-in shower
Double Cabin
2 doubles + 1 twin
Maximum 5 guests
Full kitchen
Walk-in shower
Premium Suite
3 queens + sleeper couch
Maximum 8 guests
Fridge & microwave
Tub / shower
Choose your dates and room type in the search on this page. Review the total, taxes, applicable fees and cancellation/payment terms before confirming. Maximum guest counts are shown separately from bed configurations.
YOUR HOSTS · SHAWN & SARAH
A familiar face at the front desk
Family-owned.
Personally welcoming.
We’re Shawn and Sarah. At Early American, we bring a personal welcome to your lake-country getaway. From a morning on the porch to an afternoon exploring, we look forward to helping you feel at home.
Built for days outside
Bring your plans.
We’ve got the practical bits.
01
Boat & trailer parking
Parking and electrical charging for your boating trip.
02
Clean up the catch
A fish & game cleaning station right on the property.
03
Fire up the grill
Outdoor grills and gathering spaces for time together.
A good home base
Pick your adventure.
Come back to easy.
Stay in Aurora, near Kentucky Lake. From a lake day to a campus visit, make this your place to return to.
Another side of lake country
Visiting in the quieter months?
Wildlife outings, fishing plans, family visits, and regional trips can all begin here. Check local conditions and seasonal opening times as you plan your days.
A comfortable place to come back to.
Our Double Cabins have full kitchens; the other featured rooms have refrigerators and microwaves. Choose the beds and features that fit your trip.
Have a particular trip in mind? Call us about your dates and what you need.
Before you pack
A few helpful details.
CHECK-IN
2 PM Central
CHECK-OUT
10 AM Central
Can we bring our pet?
Pet-friendly accommodations are available for $10 per pet, per night. Call (270) 474-2000 to arrange the right room for your stay.
When is the pool open?
The outdoor pool is seasonal, open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Where are you located?
16749 US Highway 68, Hardin, KY 42048. We’re in Aurora, near Kentucky Lake and near Land Between the Lakes. Find us on Google Maps ↗
How do I book or check cancellation terms?
Use “Check availability” to see dates and rates on our secure booking site. Read our current policies and cancellation information, or call (270) 474-2000.
A few good days start here
We’ll be here to welcome you.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAY