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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.5 km from Arbor Lake

Jeongrim

SAR 935

SAR 1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2.8 km from Arbor Lake

Steven

SAR 367

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

2.7 km from Arbor Lake

Charles

SAR 341

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

3.1 km from Arbor Lake

Sherwin

SAR 210

SAR 236 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars) | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

3.6 km from Arbor Lake

Cyndi

SAR 335

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

2 Queen Bed, Non - Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. Western Inn & Suites

3.4 km from Arbor Lake

Christopher

SAR 203

SAR 227 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

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Compare popular hotels close to Arbor Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 405 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	8.6 Excellent 956 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	8.4 Very Good 575 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	7.2 Good 679 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	7.6 Good 610 reviews	View

Top Arbor Lake Hotel Reviews

Western Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Rooms are dated but clean. The breakfast was simple but it was enough. We were just stopping for the night during our drive to Nebraska. Just needed a basic place reasonably priced."

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

8/10 Good

"Room and facilities were very nice. My complaint would be that 4 times I tried to book for next summer and was told 3 times they don't book that far ahead. The 4th time I was told they were full. How does that happen in a 2 day span. Not impressed with staff that just answers your question with " I don't have any idea""

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel, staff nice , decent breakfast"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay"

Gorgeous 1908 Estate on 1 acre of land. 6 blocks from Grinnell College.

10/10 Excellent

"The house was perfect for 4 adults to stay for several days while in town for an event. We enjoyed the back patio with the the grill and became the space for others in our party to eat due to the lovely kitchen. Communication was great with the host . We would definitely stay here again."

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"What a cool location! The building is historic and was once a school. Everything was unique while still being clean and having a modern feel."

Cozy Lake Cottage! Dog Friendly, Fishing/Beach/Kayak. Military 30% Off

10/10 Excellent

"We loved hanging out at this place. We enjoyed the sitting on the porch and sat around the fire every night. Very nice and comfortable. Would stay again anytime. Very peaceful place."

4 bedroom cottage with 2 indoor fireplaces

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly, great house for our family!"

A&J Country RV Getaway

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet location that suited our needs. Clean facility, plenty of amenities."

Other attractions near Arbor Lake

Central Park

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Central Park, a lovely green space in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank

Learn about the local history of Grinnell when you take a trip to Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell Historical Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Grinnell Historical Museum during your trip to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Bucksbaum Center for the Arts

Enjoy an outing to Bucksbaum Center for the Arts during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center

Enjoy an outing to Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Grinnell College

9.2/10 (152 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Grinnell College, during your trip to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center during your stay in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve during your travels to Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Arbor Lake?

Arbor Lake is located in Grinnell. Travelers like the surrounding area for its university setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Arbor Lake?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Arbor Lake. Other good options within a few miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Arbor Lake?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Arbor Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Arbor Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Arbor Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Arbor Lake?

To find more details about updating your stay near Arbor Lake or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Arbor Lake?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center, and Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center. Explore nature at Central Park and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. Grinnell College and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Arbor Lake hotels

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80