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A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with a green sofa, a striped armchair, a black leather chair, a small table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2.8 km from Arbor Lake

Steven

CA $144

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception area with a stone wall, a desk, and a computer.

A hotel dining area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

2.7 km from Arbor Lake

Irina

CA $130

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a brick building in the background.

A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a glass door.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a built-in bookshelf.

A modern cafe with a checkered floor, bar area with stools, and tables with chairs.

3. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.5 km from Arbor Lake

"A unique property — a boutique hotel converted from a 1921 junior high school. Large spacious rooms with 15 foot vaulted ceilings. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and non-intrusive. It's central, just a couple of blocks away from Broad street and Main street. There's free self parking on the street outside the hotel, and it's a 12 minute walk or a 5 minute bike ride to Grinnell College (there are free-to-borrow bikes available in the hotel). Best hotel in and around Grinnell by a...

Oluwagbemiga

CA $354

CA $396 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

An indoor swimming pool with checkered floor tiles, wooden walls, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

A wooden interior with a checkered floor, a pool, and benches.

A hotel with a sign reading "Quality Inn & Suites" featuring a two-story building with a red roof and multiple windows.

A living room with a fireplace, green walls, and a view through glass doors.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

3.1 km from Arbor Lake

scott

CA $86

CA $96 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A hotel room with a granite countertop sink, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a window.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a blue brick backsplash.

A large indoor pool with wooden walls and multiple windows.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

3.6 km from Arbor Lake

Sarah

CA $127

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Western Inn & Suites sign with an indoor pool and an entrance direction sign.

A swimming pool with a blue chair, tiled floor, and several windows.

A reception area with a stone wall, a clock, and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

A lobby with a stone wall, green seating, a wooden table with a vase, and a ceiling fan.

6. Western Inn & Suites

3.4 km from Arbor Lake

Dalton

CA $101

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Arbor Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	8.6 Excellent 985 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	8.4 Very good 611 reviews	View
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 419 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	7.2 Good 697 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	7.6 Good 622 reviews	View

Top Arbor Lake Hotel Reviews

Best Western Holiday Manor

10/10 Excellent

"Our rooms were lovely. The front desk staff person got us checked in quick which was nice because we were all exhausted from our drive. He answered any questions we had and gave us good direction. The breakfast was great and the attendent was super friendly and helpful! Lots of options and plenty of coffee!"

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good. Room clean."

Western Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"For a pet friendly room, it was pretty clean. Looked like they could have cleaned or vacuumed around the edges better"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

8/10 Good

"No elevator . Food for breakfast was fine . It could have been good if it were hot. Danish and muffins were not made every day appear to have been frozen or refrigerated which didn’t make them as good."

Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

8/10 Good

"What was liked was the room, place was very clean. What was not liked was the bathroom. Needs to be bigger. And the room was NOT cleaned on our last full day/night of our trip."

Cozy Lake Cottage! Dog Friendly, Fishing/Beach/Kayak. Military 30% Off

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful little getaway. The Mrs. and I had a great time. Everything was easily accessible, well labeled, and checkout process was smooth. Would recommend to anyone wanting to explore around Grinnell. Thank you so much for a great little place for our anniversary."

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

10/10 Excellent

"Staff awesome. Rooms were clean."

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

10/10 Excellent

"Page was extremely helpful despite having a heavy workload"

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

Other attractions near Arbor Lake

Central Park

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Central Park, a lovely green space in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank

Learn about the local history of Grinnell when you take a trip to Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell Historical Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Grinnell Historical Museum during your trip to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Bucksbaum Center for the Arts

Enjoy an outing to Bucksbaum Center for the Arts during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center

Enjoy an outing to Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell College

9.2/10 (152 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Grinnell College, during your trip to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve during your travels to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Arbor Lake?

Arbor Lake is located in Grinnell. Travelers like the surrounding area for its university setting. You'll find 11 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Arbor Lake?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Arbor Lake. Other good options within a few miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Arbor Lake?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Arbor Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Arbor Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Arbor Lake.

What can I see and do near Arbor Lake?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center, and Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center. Explore nature at Central Park and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. Grinnell College and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

3. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel