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A hotel lobby with three framed black and white tree prints on the wall, a check-in sign, and a key drop box.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a wooden dresser, and a mirror.
Three Dove personal care products on a speckled countertop.
A hotel room with two beds, a star decoration on the wall, and a window with curtains.

1. The Trail Inn - Stanton IA - Halland Ave

The Trail Inn - Stanton IA - Halland Ave
Stanton
United States
Paul
CA $114
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
The Trail Inn - Stanton IA - Halland Ave
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a stone accent wall, a television, and a fireplace.

2. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Clarinda

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Clarinda
Clarinda
United States
Scott
CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Clarinda
A hotel room with a sofa, a television, a bathtub, and a small desk with a microwave.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden wall and a tiled edge.
A hotel with a prominent '8' sign, a covered entrance, and American flags.
A hotel bathroom with a large sink, mirror, and towel rack.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda

Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda
Clarinda
United States
Rick
CA $97
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda
A rustic bedroom with a wooden bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a ladder against the wall.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a plush armchair, a wooden bed frame, a heater, and a window with curtains.
A room with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a wall with a poster.
A building with a 'VACANCY' sign, a covered parking area, and several parked vehicles.

4. Celebrity Inn

Celebrity Inn
Clarinda
United States
Michele
CA $76
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Celebrity Inn
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a chandelier.
A hotel dining area with a kitchen counter, a TV, and several tables and chairs.
A spacious lobby with a chandelier, large windows, and a Pepsi refrigerator.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a chandelier, and two sofas.

5. Rodeway Inn Red Oak

Rodeway Inn Red Oak
Red Oak
United States
Jeremi
CA $108
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Rodeway Inn Red Oak
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel corridor with patterned carpets and wooden paneling.
A hallway with wooden flooring and a bright yellow wall. There are multiple tables and chairs arranged in the room.
A wooden staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a light fixture.

6. Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah

Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah
Shenandoah
United States
Andrew
CA $87
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah
A reception desk at Shenandoah Inn & Suites with a wooden panel design, a sign above the desk, and various items on the counter.
A brick building with arched windows and a sidewalk.
A living room with a patterned floor, a fireplace, a television, and a large clock on the wall.
A view through a window of a parking lot with a building in the background, a fire hydrant, and several parked cars.

7. Shenandoah Inn & Suites

Shenandoah Inn & Suites
Shenandoah
United States
Heather
CA $183
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Shenandoah Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, a lamp, a mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a shower.
A cozy living area with a leather couch, a patterned pillow, and a dining table with chairs.
A reception desk at Rock Island Inn & Suites with a clock, a notice board, and a small display case.
A hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, multiple tables and chairs, a clock, and a coffee station.

8. Rock Island Inn & Suites

Rock Island Inn & Suites
Atlantic
United States
Cindy
CA $141
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Rock Island Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.
A bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet.
A red brick single-story building with a white garage door, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.
A small office with a wooden desk, a printer, and a red wall.

9. Skylark Motel by OYO

Skylark Motel by OYO
Bedford
United States
Amanda
CA $53
CA $64 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Skylark Motel by OYO
A wooden cabin with a round table and four chairs, large windows, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a sink, and two stools.
A living room with beige sofas, a wooden coffee table, a television on a stand, and a large window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

10. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic
Atlantic
United States
Vicky
CA $139
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A billboard for Tall Corn Inn, featuring an American flag design with text highlighting amenities like reasonable rates, clean rooms, free breakfast, internet, and cable TV.
A bathroom with a wooden panel wall, a white sink, and a mirror.
A stack of white towels with a teal roll of toilet paper and a small bottle on top.

11. Tall Corn Inn

Tall Corn Inn
Shenandoah
United States
Omar
CA $91
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Tall Corn Inn
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Learn more about Villisca

History buffs can tour the infamous Villisca Ax Murder House where a tragic 1912 crime remains unsolved. Relax afterward at Villisca's charming town square or visit nearby Southwest Iowa's scenic Nodaway Valley for peaceful hiking trails.

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A white house with a porch and a sign that reads "The Wilsca Ax Murder House June 10 1912".
Photo by Erik Rowley

Top Villisca Hotel Reviews

Rock Island Inn & Suites

Rock Island Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay!"
Madeline 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Rock Island Inn & Suites
Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah

Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah

8/10 Good
"The staff was attentive, immediately available when we had a toilet issue, and even helped take our luggage up the stairs. Very nice people."
Lisa 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah
Pleasant 3-bedroom bungalow with AC in charming Clearfield

Pleasant 3-bedroom bungalow with AC in charming Clearfield

10/10 Excellent
"Kellie was very accommodating and communication was prompt. The rental was exactly as advertised. Smooth check in and check out. Would definitely stay again!"
Jason S. 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Pleasant 3-bedroom bungalow with AC in charming Clearfield
Shenandoah Inn & Suites

Shenandoah Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"We always stay there every time we are in that area. It's nice, clean and convenient. The staff is always nice and accommodating. We have stayed there at least six times."
PJ 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Shenandoah Inn & Suites
Rodeway Inn Red Oak

Rodeway Inn Red Oak

10/10 Excellent
"So happy with Roadway Inn, the staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. Having a washer dryer on site was such a help and food places so close, it was all great. We will be staying there again on our next trip thru. I can not express how nice the staff is. Thank you"
Debbie John 6-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Rodeway Inn Red Oak
Yopp's Hideaway, farm stay near Lake Icaria on 26 acres, w/pond & animal visits.

Yopp's Hideaway, farm stay near Lake Icaria on 26 acres, w/pond & animal visits.

10/10 Excellent
"The home was wonderful, the surroundings even better. It is such a peaceful location. Just sitting in the porch in the early morning listening to the birds and frogs makes the stay worthwhile. The owners are very helpful, friendly, and communicative. We enjoyed the amenities such as the outdoor patio, firepit, tvs, and griddle to name a few. And to think they have plans to continue to make improvements! We completely enjoyed our time there and truly hope we can go there again."
Shawn L. 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Yopp's Hideaway, farm stay near Lake Icaria on 26 acres, w/pond & animal visits.
Charming 3-bedroom house in quiet residential neighborhood

Charming 3-bedroom house in quiet residential neighborhood

10/10 Excellent
"This cute little house is just what Atlantic needed. My family stayed here over the days we needed to be back in Atlantic for my dad’s celebration of life and burial. It had everything we needed and it was so nice to be able to stay together as a family. Beds, towels, air conditioning, nice bathrooms, just everything was so very nice. Having grown up in Atlantic, it warms my heart to see this old house made nice again and being used for something Atlantic really needs."
Lynn S. 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Charming 3-bedroom house in quiet residential neighborhood
Skylark Motel by OYO

Skylark Motel by OYO

8/10 Good
"Friendly and helpful people"
Ron 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Skylark Motel by OYO
King Bed Smoking

King Bed Smoking

10/10 Excellent
"Everything met our expectations!"
Anonymous traveller
Posted 4 months ago
King Bed Smoking

More cheap stays in Villisca

Celebrity Inn

Celebrity Inn

1323 S 16th St Clarinda IA
CA $76
CA $85 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
Celebrity Inn
Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah

Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah

108 N Fremont st. Shenandoah IA
CA $87
CA $97 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Comfort Inn Express Shenandoah
Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda

Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda

1203 South 12th Street Clarinda IA
CA $97
CA $108 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Clarinda
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic

1902 E 7th St Atlantic IA
CA $139
CA $152 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Atlantic
Rock Island Inn & Suites

Rock Island Inn & Suites

1702 Southwest 7th Street Atlantic IA
CA $141
CA $153 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (552 reviews)
Rock Island Inn & Suites
Shenandoah Inn & Suites

Shenandoah Inn & Suites

620 West Sheridan Avenue Shenandoah IA
CA $183
CA $206 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (397 reviews)
Shenandoah Inn & Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Villisca?
The best area to stay in Villisca is the town centre, particularly around the main square and the Villisca Ax Murder House.The town centre is the heart of Villisca, where you'll find the majority of its limited amenities. The main square is a focal point, with a few local shops and eateries. The Villisca Ax Murder House, a key attraction for many visitors, is located centrally, making it easy to access. This area offers a quiet, small-town experience.For visitors interested in the town's history and its most famous landmark, staying within walking distance of the Villisca Ax Murder House is ideal.
When is the best time to go to Villisca?
The best time to visit Villisca is during the late spring or early autumn months, specifically May, early June, September, or early October.These periods offer pleasant weather conditions, with comfortable temperatures that are ideal for exploring the town on foot and visiting its outdoor attractions. You'll avoid the intense heat and humidity of summer and the potential for cold, snowy weather in winter.For those interested in the town's famous Villisca Axe Murder House, these months provide a more comfortable experience for both day tours and overnight stays. The milder weather makes it easier to appreciate the historic setting without being distracted by extreme temperatures.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Villisca.
How much is the nightly rate at a Villisca hotel?
Prices for hotels in Villisca often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $64 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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