Title: 10 Best Lakefront Hotels in Iowa for 2025 | Expedia.ca

  

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## Top Cities in Iowa

![Des Moines which includes a sunset, a city and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268867-Des-Moines.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Des Moines

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![Fourth Street Elevator featuring landscape views and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268902-Iowa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Dubuque

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#### Sioux City

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![Cedar Rapids showing a city, skyline and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56241-Cedar-Rapids.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Cedar Rapids

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#### Council Bluffs

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![Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/263000/263325-Iowa-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Iowa City

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#### Waterloo

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![Iowa State University which includes a park and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268910-Iowa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Ames

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## Top Iowa Lake Hotels

![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5810000/5806400/5806332/884a760e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5810000/5806400/5806332/0e17126d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5810000/5806400/5806332/1e46f4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5810000/5806400/5806332/ad06fb46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### King's Pointe Waterpark Resort

Storm Lake

7.8/10

Good

(261)

"Restaurant, water park and fitness center all closed. Unable to call and reach front desk. Asked for late checkout from 11 to noon and was declined. "

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Storm-Lake-Hotels-Kings-Pointe-Waterpark-Resort.h5806332.Hotel-Information)

![Waterslide](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8050000/8049900/8049879/064f6938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch and dinner served, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8050000/8049900/8049879/9b86d7c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8050000/8049900/8049879/0683cdbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8050000/8049900/8049879/21a4774c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bridges Bay Resort

Arnolds Park

7.6/10

Good

(628)

"Easy check in process, great room"

CA $124

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Arnolds-Park-Hotels-Bridges-Bay-Resort.h8049879.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445900/445843/653f8a76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445900/445843/6c4721ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445900/445843/f1243834.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445900/445843/e75bfffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake

Carter Lake

6.2/10

(1001)

"Nice stay, great "

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Council-Bluffs-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Omaha-Eppley-AirportCarter-Lake.h445843.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1492600/1492519/d2a1ed9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1492600/1492519/a6552b5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1492600/1492519/aeec7064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1492600/1492519/6815e07c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Inn & Suites Independence

Independence

8.8/10

Excellent

(349)

"Place was very clean easy access and staff was very nice. "

CA $174

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterloo-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-Independence.h1492519.Hotel-Information)

![Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861500/861481/11a4700c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861500/861481/143f7220.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily on-the-go breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861500/861481/a02398bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/861500/861481/ee7b6785.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Super 8 by Wyndham Centerville

Centerville

7.4/10

Good

(329)

"Nice place, got a good nights sleep!"

CA $118

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottumwa-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Centerville.h861481.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/124500/124459/e6074f90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/124500/124459/a35d8643.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily on-the-go breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/124500/124459/df0aefa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 1 Full Bed)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/124500/124459/f143c878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Super 8 by Wyndham Council Bluffs IA Omaha NE Area

Council Bluffs

5.6/10

(540)

"It’s a hotel"

CA $63

CA $71 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Council-Bluffs-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Council-Bluffs-IA-Omaha-NE-Area.h124459.Hotel-Information)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19360000/19358600/19358589/61f205bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19360000/19358600/19358589/7a388ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19360000/19358600/19358589/88f457e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19360000/19358600/19358589/7190e570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rathbun Lake, Deer Run Rental, & Fully Furnished Cabin!

Moravia

10/10

Exceptional

(218)

"Best place to stay at the lake. Everything was excellent. We will book again "

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Moravia-Hotels-Rathbun-Lake.h19358589.Hotel-Information)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7820000/7814700/7814691/c044f0a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7820000/7814700/7814691/4fd29747.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7820000/7814700/7814691/e0e9de9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7820000/7814700/7814691/c17e48c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cobblestone Inn and Suites - Lake View

Lake View

9.2/10

Wonderful

(215)

"Excellent place to stay"

CA $237

CA $266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Storm-Lake-Hotels-Cobblestone-Inn-And-Suites-Lake-View.h7814691.Hotel-Information)

![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50400/50368/343bc6b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50400/50368/41a5c8d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50400/50368/1189021d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50400/50368/be3d85d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

8.2/10

Very good

(568)

"It was perfect for the 1 night we stayed"

CA $92

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Spirit-Lake-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Spirit-LakeOkoboji.h50368.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553974/296d839c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Studio Suite with Full Kitchen and Sofa Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553974/a0aef88d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553974/3d573864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553974/8d3f734b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Staybridge Suites West Des Moines by IHG

West Des Moines

8.4/10

Very good

(462)

"Easy access from the highway…rooms slept 6 people…plenty of room to sit and visit…staff was very accommodating! Will definitely be returning in the near future "

CA $144

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-West-Des-Moines.h553974.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Iowa Hotel Reviews

![Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/29085e88_y.jpg)

### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Gateway is consistently a great place to stay. Front desk folks are always friendly, competent, and knowledgeable. Rooms are always clean. I usually stay when things are not super busy so the rate is very reasonable. I love it here."

[](https://expedia.ca/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

![Countryside Inn & Suites](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12100/12039/98da7ae9_y.jpg)

### Countryside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The property was immaculate and updated. Would definitely stay again. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Council-Bluffs-Hotels-Countryside-Inn-Suites.h12039.Hotel-Information)

![Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49900/49826/23994ff1_y.jpg)

### Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"clean room great staff. I did not visit he Gym"

[](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Days-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h49826.Hotel-Information)

![Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/986100/986072/e3428772_y.jpg)

### Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Nike stay"

[](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Motel-6-West-Des-Moines.h986072.Hotel-Information)

![Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/01d93670_y.jpg)

### Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was nice"

[](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-And-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h77590.Hotel-Information)

![Des Lux Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9781500/9781455/e7f9fb30_y.jpg)

### Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are all nice and friendly. Room is clean and big. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle to airport round way. Hotel Location is very convenient "

[](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Des-Lux-Hotel.h9781455.Hotel-Information)

![Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48260000/48251500/48251406/b9f3330e_y.jpg)

### Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice. Super clean"

[](https://expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Des-Moines-At-Drake-University.h48251406.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26706300/26706231/d2a73200_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Plenty of electrical outlets for charging devices"

[](https://expedia.ca/Iowa-City-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Iowa-City-Downtown.h26706231.Hotel-Information)

![Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/920400/920389/7ebd3f9f_y.jpg)

### Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

10/10 Excellent

"-"

[](https://expedia.ca/Dubuque-Hotels-Grand-Harbor-Resort-And-Waterpark.h920389.Hotel-Information)

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## Frequently asked questions

### How much do lakeside hotels in Iowa cost?

> Lakeside hotels in Iowa range between CA $71 and CA $195 per night. This means you can get excited for a break by the water at a price that won't stretch the budget. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

### How many lakeside hotels are there in Iowa?

> Take a look at our 81 hotels near lakes in Iowa and then select your favorite. Whether you're planning a family trip or kicking back with your pals, Expedia has got you covered for lakeside stays.

### Why book your lakeside hotel in Iowa with Expedia?

> Finding your dream lakeside hotel in Iowa is a snap with Expedia. Traveling with the kids? Take advantage of our filters to search for properties with family-friendly amenities. If you have a budget in mind, click on how much you're willing to spend and your desired hotel star rating. Whatever your waterside getaway looks like, you'll always get the best deal possible.

### How can I find cheap lakeside hotels in Iowa?

> Spend your getaway near the water without the large price tag with Expedia. To find cheap lakeside hotels in Iowa, use our filter tool to select your budget and hotel star rating. Eager to stay in a certain area? Our convenient "neighborhood" filter will search for properties exactly where you want to be.

### What is there to do in Iowa near my lakeside hotel?

> Whether you're into history, food, shopping or sightseeing, Iowa promises something for everyone! The terrific city of Omaha is home to lots of sights and experiences, including [Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium](https://www.expedia.ca/Henry-Doorly-Zoo-Omaha.d6078373.Vacation-Attraction), [Orpheum Theater](https://www.expedia.ca/Orpheum-Theater-Downtown-Omaha.d6247741.Vacation-Attraction) and [Omaha Children's Museum](https://www.expedia.ca/Omaha-Childrens-Museum-Downtown-Omaha.d6186490.Vacation-Attraction). If you're vacationing in Des Moines, [Hoyt Sherman Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoyt-Sherman-Place-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6211541.Vacation-Attraction), [Science Center of Iowa](https://www.expedia.ca/Science-Center-Of-Iowa-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075028.Vacation-Attraction) and [State Historical Museum of Iowa](https://www.expedia.ca/State-Historical-Society-Of-Iowa-Museum-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075026.Vacation-Attraction) should be on your itinerary.