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An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, red and green umbrellas, and potted plants.

An outdoor covered patio with tables set for dining, surrounded by greenery.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and a television mounted on the wall.

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1. Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Okoboji

Shawn

CA $123

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel named "The Big O" with a stone facade and a flagpole with an American flag.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a bathtub.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, doors numbered 201 and 202, and a long corridor leading to a room.

A building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and an American flag.

2. Okoboji Inn & Suites

Milford

Chandra

CA $133

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a large mirror.

A Super 8 motel with a large sign, multiple parking spaces, and a well-maintained lawn.

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Mary

CA $95

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious room with large windows, a wooden reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a white door, a framed picture on the wall, and a small table with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a black reception mat, and a view of the outside.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Raye

CA $101

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a clear view of the pool area.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a tiled floor, and a kitchen area with appliances.

A reception area with a counter, a framed map on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Paul

CA $112

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, decorative hanging lights, and vibrant artwork on the walls.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by planters and hanging flower baskets.

The exterior of Vintage Block Inn & Suites Office with a sign indicating it's open.

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, stainless steel appliances, and teal dishware on shelves.

6. Vintage Block Inn & Suites

Okoboji

Joshua

CA $127

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a view of a hotel in the background.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign for 'Amerind Inn by Wyndham,' and a landscaped garden with colorful flowers.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and white furniture.

A hotel lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a balcony with railings.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

Okoboji

Brian

CA $149

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A deck with striped lounge chairs and a sign reading "UNIVERSITAT OKOBOJ".

A restaurant with a herringbone wood floor, leather booths, and a bar area with stools.

A poolside area with wooden lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with large windows and a door.

A person lying on a bed with a book, in a room with a wooden headboard and a round wall light.

8. The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Arnolds Park

John

CA $172

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A swimming pool area with multiple water slides, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake.

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a visible pizza oven.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a stone wall, and hanging lights.

A brick oven pizza oven with a wooden pizza peel, a digital clock, and a neon sign above.

9. Bridges Bay Resort

Arnolds Park

Juan

CA $139

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A two-story white house with a front porch and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

A garden with a small waterfall, surrounded by rocks and various plants.

A large, white, two-story house with a covered porch and multiple windows.

A dining room with multiple tables set for a meal, a grand piano, and a fireplace.

10. The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

Okoboji

Naomi

CA $223

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel lobby with a long marble bar, seating area with sofas and chairs, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden cabinets, a sofa, and potted plants.

A living room with patterned sofas, a round coffee table, and leather ottomans.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, a lifebuoy, and plastic chairs.

11. Rodeway Inn Milford

Milford

Heidi

CA $131

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden cabin with a balcony, outdoor seating, and hanging flower baskets.

A motel with a row of rooms, a covered outdoor seating area, and a large tree in front.

A hotel room with a wooden interior, two beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a small table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

12. Northland Inn Motel

Spirit Lake

Willem

CA $158

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Three canoes on a calm body of water with trees and a dock in the background.

A building with a blue awning, a dock with boats, and a signboard.

A beach with sun loungers and umbrellas, a dock, and a clear view of the water.

A diner with checkered flooring, blue chairs, and a counter with various items.

13. Village West Resort & Hotel

Spirit Lake

Kristopher

CA $138

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. A sofa is positioned in the living area, and a window provides natural light.

A spacious room with a large window, a fireplace, and a seating area with a blue patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Jackson MN

Jackson

Frank

CA $100

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A cozy lobby with a fireplace, a decorated Christmas tree, comfortable seating, and a clock on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, multiple seating areas, and a large wooden bookshelf.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Jackson

Jackson

Rose

CA $119

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden dresser, and a television on the wall.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a stone wall.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and abstract art on the walls.

16. Estherville Hotel & Suites

Estherville

CA $145

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern cafe with seating, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating availability of coffee and juice.

A hotel room with a TV mounted on the wall, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a desk with a chair, and a bed.

17. Reston Inn & Suites

Spencer

Cassandra

CA $136

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A check-in desk with a wooden interior, a window with curtains, a no-smoking sign, and a sign indicating the desk is for check-in.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, a refrigerator, a television, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A red building with a tree in front, a lamp post, and a date stamp.

A hallway with vending machines and a trash bin.

18. Earth Inn Motel

Jackson

Becky

CA $81

CA $90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A stone fountain in a garden with a building in the background.

A living room with patterned armchairs, a red plant, and a mirror on the wall.

A Spencer Inn & Suites building with a blue exterior and arched windows.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, two lamps, a chair, a trash bin, a coffee maker, a television, and framed artwork on the wall.

19. Spencer Inn and Suites

Spencer

Carlos

CA $123

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with three pillows, a wall-mounted TV displaying a snowy landscape, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

A tan leather sofa in a room with a large painting of a barn on the wall, a water dispenser, and a potted plant.

A room with a large framed picture of hay bales, a round mirror, and a small reception desk with a vase of flowers.

A framed sign with "Greetings from Iowa" and a cityscape.

20. The Northwest Inn

Spencer

Gary

CA $116

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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Arnolds Park

9.4/10 (357 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Arnolds Park, a lovely green space in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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A park with a small stream, trees with autumn foliage, and a bridge.

Brooks Golf Club

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Okoboji at Brooks Golf Club. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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A sign for Arnold's Park with the text 'Arnold's Park An Iowa Classic'.

Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Bring the kiddos to Arnolds Park Amusement Park and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji

8.2/10 (86 reviews)

Bring the kids to 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum

9.2/10 (45 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Emerald Hills Golf Course

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Arnolds Park at Emerald Hills Golf Course. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Experience the family-friendly area of Iowa Great Lakes—lake views, boating, and sights from Spirit Lake to Little Spirit Lake.

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Top Iowa Great Lakes Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

10/10 Excellent

"The room fit our need perfectly. Very accommodating by putting us in a two bed room so our dogs were comfortable. Only charged us for one which was unexpected but appreciated."

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Windows needs cleaning"

Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Great place! Had everything we needed and then some."

Okoboji Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We were right on the outskirts of town, but still not far from popular attractions. The place was clean and perfect for us."

Cozy lakefront cabin - on both Big and Little Spirit Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Great quiet spot! Will be back"

Bridges Bay Resort

8/10 Good

"Stones have fallen the outside of the building not been replace and some siding was missing. The waterfront restaurant refused to seat us near the water because some tables were not bused and they didn't have staff to clean them was their answer, even though employees were standing around, 14 tables were empty. so much for the waterfront. Would have been a great sunset."

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

10/10 Excellent

"The host had great communication with us. We loved that the property had a water park, bar, zip line, pool and restaurants. The property has plenty of sleeping areas and was very clean. Would definitely stay again!"

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

8/10 Good

"The hotel was good for us for just an overnight stay. Had a nice visit in the morning with a woman who was working in the dining area/kitchen. The room smelled like smoke when we walked into it. The bed was as hard as a rock."

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful condo with a fabulous view! Easy walk to great restaurants also. The owners are easy to contact with any questions."

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Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2203 Circle Drive West Spirit Lake IA

CA $95

CA $105 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (631 reviews)

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

1905 18th Street Spirit Lake IA

CA $101

CA $111 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (255 reviews)

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2704 17th St Spirit Lake IA

CA $112

CA $123 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

includes taxes & fees

Vintage Block Inn & Suites

1107 Sanborn Ave Okoboji IA

CA $127

CA $144 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

includes taxes & fees

Rodeway Inn Milford

1511 Okoboji Avenue Milford IA

CA $131

CA $147 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

includes taxes & fees

Okoboji Inn & Suites

3400 Okoboji Ave Milford IA

CA $133

CA $149 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)

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Our top choices for Iowa Great Lakes hotels

1. Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

2. Okoboji Inn & Suites

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

5. Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

6. Vintage Block Inn & Suites

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

8. The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9. Bridges Bay Resort

10. The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

11. Rodeway Inn Milford

12. Northland Inn Motel

13. Village West Resort & Hotel

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Jackson MN

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Jackson

16. Estherville Hotel & Suites

17. Reston Inn & Suites

18. Earth Inn Motel

19. Spencer Inn and Suites

20. The Northwest Inn

Stay near popular Iowa Great Lakes attractions

Arnolds Park

Brooks Golf Club

Arnolds Park Amusement Park

'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji

Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum

Emerald Hills Golf Course

Learn more about Iowa Great Lakes

Top Iowa Great Lakes Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Okoboji Bridges Bay Cabin 111~ Waterpark Passes and Relaxing Retreat

Okoboji Inn & Suites

Cozy lakefront cabin - on both Big and Little Spirit Lake

Bridges Bay Resort

Beautiful 1500+ sq ft cabin with outdoor pool just steps off the patio

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes

More cheap stays in Iowa Great Lakes

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Vintage Block Inn & Suites

Rodeway Inn Milford

Okoboji Inn & Suites

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