Find Historic Hotels in Clear Lake, IA

A visit to the significant historical sites in Clear Lake is probably on top of your travel itinerary. Why not appreciate the lakeside during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Best Western Holiday Lodge is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Surf Ballroom and Museum is a short 3-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Rumorz Neighborhood Hideaway and Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake.

In Clear Lake, there are 94 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Surf Ballroom and Museum and Buddy Holly Crash Site in Clear Lake might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at City Beach Park, Clear Lake State Park, and Central Gardens of North Iowa. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Clear Lake State Park Beach and Clear Lake Fire Museum.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a place that has an officially recognized historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Clear Lake, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Clear Lake, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.