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

An indoor swimming pool with multiple water slides and a netted climbing structure.

A sign for Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center by ClubHouse, featuring a modern building and a parking lot with several cars.

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

1. Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Okoboji

Jeffrey

CA $123

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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.

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

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

Okoboji

Kim

CA $131

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

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

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

3. Vintage Block Inn & Suites

Okoboji

Joseph

CA $140

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A deck with striped lounge chairs and a canopy overhead.

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

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

A room with a leather sofa, patterned chairs, a coffee table with books and flowers, a large framed photograph on the wall, and a checkered floor.

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

Arnolds Park

Jenna

CA $159

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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.

5. Okoboji Inn & Suites

Milford

Kenneth

CA $113

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Marsha

CA $98

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

An outdoor patio with red chairs and a fire pit, a Super 8 sign, and a parking lot in the background.

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

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

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Randy

CA $100

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and various kitchen appliances and items.

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Spirit Lake

Rolanna

CA $100

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a high wooden ceiling.

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

9. Bridges Bay Resort

Arnolds Park

Mel

CA $125

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

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

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

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

10. Northland Inn Motel

Spirit Lake

Cindy

CA $160

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

An indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by a wooden deck and a covered seating area.

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

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

11. Village West Resort & Hotel

Spirit Lake

Kristopher

CA $140

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed with a dark blanket, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

12. The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

Okoboji

Cynthia H

CA $211

CA $232 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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

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

13. Rodeway Inn Milford

Milford

Kent

CA $99

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 breakfast bar with coffee machines, a refrigerator stocked with milk and juice, and a sign indicating no smoking.

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Jackson MN

Jackson

Katharina

CA $119

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A bar area with wooden stools and a bar counter, a Pepsi refrigerator, and a 'Happy Hour' sign.

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

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

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

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Jackson

Jackson

Stephana

CA $115

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A living room with patterned sofas, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, a staircase with a view, and a chandelier.

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

16. Estherville Hotel & Suites

Estherville

William

CA $142

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

17. Reston Inn & Suites

Spencer

Cassandra

CA $113

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 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.

A building with a sign reading "The North West Inn" and a 9ft entrance.

18. The Northwest Inn

Spencer

Gary

CA $97

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, wall-mounted lights, and a large window with a view.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a refrigerator.

A conference room with a long table and red chairs, a door, and a TV on the wall.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG

Spencer

Martin

CA $149

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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 wooden table with a book on it, a basket with a white cloth, and a chair with a dark cushion.

A hallway with vending machines and a trash bin.

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

20. Earth Inn Motel

Jackson

Becky

CA $70

CA $77 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Stay near popular Iowa Great Lakes attractions

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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 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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Okoboji Summer Theatre

8.8/10 (41 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Okoboji Summer Theatre during your stay in Okoboji. 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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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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Top Iowa Great Lakes Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

8/10 Good

"Big rooms"

Okoboji Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"The facility was clean, and the staff was helpful. However, some of the furniture, shower curtain, are starting to show signs of wear and tear. The breakfast was really a continental breakfast, not a full breakfast, no cooked meat protein - only hard-boiled eggs, and lots and lots of carbs."

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

10/10 Excellent

"The staff went above expectations to provide a personal touch for our stay. They were friendly, provided recommendations in the area for walking and dining and offered assistance in our room (a nightlight and ADA accommodations). The staff checked with us to see that we had what we needed, making the stay very pleasant. The room temperature was appropriate and could be adjusted by us. The indoor pool was nice to have, but on one occasion was too cold for our liking. If you plan to use the pool, I suggest letting the manager know the day ahead of time to be sure the temperature is set to your comfort level. We may stay here again if we return to the area to visit."

The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place for a getaway. So beautiful and charming. The innkeepers were present and very responsive with making sure our stay was comfortable. The breakfast tasted homemade and the environment was pleasant. Recommend 100%."

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was one of the best ever. Every choice you could imagine and plenty of each. The fruit was fresh, which is usually not the case when a bowl is set out at other hotels. I was late getting down at 9:55 a.m. and the desk gal said “Take as much time as you need; I can wait.“ So kind to accommodate me."

Rodeway Inn Milford

8/10 Good

"Clean, quiet, decent breakfast."

Village West Resort & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We only had time for a 2 day visit to Iowa's great lakes. Mit Chaudri and the staff were phenomenal! In spite of a prebooked wedding party and associatesld events, one room was reserved for us. We loved the room, and delicious full breakfast. We were relaxed and grateful! We will be back next spring!"

Penthouse Suite, gorgeous West Lake Okoboji views, 1 BDRM above shopping center

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place for a quick getaway!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful condo. Has everything that you would need. Responsive and flexible host. Wonderful experience. Would stay again."

More cheap stays in Iowa Great Lakes

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2704 17th St Spirit Lake IA

CA $98

CA $108 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (693 reviews)