The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Shawnee in Topeka for 2026

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An outdoor seating area with sofas and a fire pit, set against a stone wall and under string lights.

A modern restaurant with green upholstered seating, a central bar area, and a patterned floor.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining table with a decorative centerpiece.

1. Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Topeka, 6.3 km from Lake Shawnee

mervin

SAR 525

SAR 626 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor pool area with a brick wall, potted plants, and seating around the pool.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a city view, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a tiled floor.

A multi-level atrium with outdoor seating, a pool, and a covered area with a red roof.

2. Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

Downtown Topeka, 6.3 km from Lake Shawnee

Albert

SAR 241

SAR 290 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a blue sofa, patterned chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign, parking lot, and well-lit exterior.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a small shelf with condiments, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a bench, and a chair.

3. Hampton Inn Topeka

11.9 km from Lake Shawnee

Larry

SAR 379

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and framed pictures of architectural structures.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a leather sofa, a fireplace, and multiple potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

A Super 8 hotel with a red canopy entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing

7 km from Lake Shawnee

Diana

SAR 246

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with a seating area, a large abstract painting, and a staircase.

A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign reading "HYATT PLACE".

A hotel room with a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, and a mirror reflecting a chair and lamp.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, yellow armchairs, a round table with fruit, and a large abstract painting.

5. Hyatt Place Topeka

13 km from Lake Shawnee

Bethany

SAR 379

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A stone wall with a fire feature and seating area.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large window offering a view, and a reception area with a counter and seating.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Topeka Southwest

10.1 km from Lake Shawnee

Allison

SAR 469

SAR 551 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a brick wall.

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of glass and brick facades, and a parking lot in front.

A modern living room with leather sofas, red armchairs, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Topeka

Southwest Topeka, 12.7 km from Lake Shawnee

Lauren

SAR 382

SAR 448 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio area with a grill and outdoor seating.

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

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchen area with a bar, and a large window.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign reading "Endeavor," and a well-lit driveway.

8. Endeavor Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

13 km from Lake Shawnee

Ronald

SAR 297

SAR 350 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Homewood Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front area with seating.

A hotel room with a TV, a sofa, a small table, a kitchen area, and a bathroom.

An indoor swimming pool with clear pool rules, no diving allowed, and a lifeguard on duty.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and tables, and large windows providing natural light.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Topeka

11.9 km from Lake Shawnee

BETH

SAR 494

SAR 579 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a coffee station.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled flooring, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A wooden counter with a mirror, a tray of cookies, a sign with a glass of water, a sign saying "Stay awhile", and a sign that says "Peach Water".

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, a staircase, and a seating area.

10. Garner Hotel Topeka West by IHG

12.6 km from Lake Shawnee

Anonymous traveler

SAR 296

SAR 349 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and industrial ceiling design.

A multi-story residential building with balconies, a landscaped front yard, and a blue awning.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small desk, and a ceiling fan.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a trash can.

11. Washburn Hotel Suites

College Hill, 7.1 km from Lake Shawnee

Zariyana

SAR 323

SAR 380 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A Fairfield Inn by Marriott hotel with a two-story structure, a covered entrance, and a parking sign.

A reception desk with a modern design, a clock on the wall, and a welcome mat at the entrance.

A hotel room with a blue armchair, a green sofa, a wooden table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Topeka

Southwest Topeka, 12.2 km from Lake Shawnee

Linda

SAR 206

SAR 244 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a no diving sign. There are chairs along the poolside and a lifeguard sign on the wall.

A modern lobby with seating, a map mural, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, carpeted floor, and a door marked "EXIT".

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Topeka North by IHG

10.2 km from Lake Shawnee

Zach

SAR 375

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a prominent 'EXIT' sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered bench.

A fitness room with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a weight bench.

14. Hotel Topeka at City Center

6.1 km from Lake Shawnee

Lydia

SAR 362

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A brick building with a 'Residence Inn' sign, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Topeka

Southwest Topeka, 12 km from Lake Shawnee

Melynda

SAR 364

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall displaying a golf game.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, weight machines, and a bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa with a blue accent, a small table, and a wall with abstract art.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Topeka

Southwest Topeka, 12.1 km from Lake Shawnee

Leon

SAR 334

SAR 393 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A hotel dining area with a buffet setup, multiple dining tables, and chairs.

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

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, pool depth markers, and a lifeguard chair.

17. Comfort Suites Topeka Northwest

12.9 km from Lake Shawnee

Jason Todd

SAR 297

SAR 350 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a prominent entrance, stone facade, and multiple windows.

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

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Topeka West, KS

12.7 km from Lake Shawnee

Melissa

SAR 335

SAR 405 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story building with a sign reading 'CANDLEWOOD SUITES BY IHG.'

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, stove, and dishwasher. There is a dining area with a bar and two blue chairs. A gray sofa with a blue pillow is in the living area.

An outdoor patio with a grill station, tables, and chairs.

19. Candlewood Suites Topeka West by IHG

13 km from Lake Shawnee

Jamie

SAR 296

SAR 349 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and artwork on the walls.

A restaurant with orange seating, green walls, and a tiled floor.

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, a no smoking sign, and a no diving sign on the poolside.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

20. Econo Lodge Topeka at Wanamaker

Southwest Topeka, 12.3 km from Lake Shawnee

Elaine

SAR 205

SAR 247 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Shawnee

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown	7.6 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Topeka	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing	8.0 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Topeka	8.4 Very good 1,134 reviews	View

Top Lake Shawnee Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was short but I enjoyed it. Staff was helpful and courteous and printed some important documents for me that I needed. It was a very nice experience."

Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, easy to get to and comfortable."

Kansas Escapes-Stormont Vail Event Center, I-70, Hummer sports park, World Cup

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the Kansas eclectic decor with fun vintage items. We were happy to have comfortable spaces to sit and visit. Kitchen nicely appointed- had the tools and dishes we needed when we “dined in.” We appreciated having the room fans to gently supplement the AC. Good to have plenty of towels both kitten and bath. Our host Ed was quite responsive and helpful."

Hotel Topeka at City Center

8/10 Good

"Overall, good experience. The lights were too soft, rust around the tub, furniture was old. Breakfast was okay for the price. Ni cream cheese option with bagel. Only one person there chexking in and helping."

Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was excellent and dependable."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Topeka Southwest

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was in a great location and offered great amenities!"

Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, quaint little cottage in a quiet neighborhood. House was clean and looked exactly like in the pictures. Front yard was great for the dogs. Unfortunately the large amount of rain Topeka got during our stay made utilizing the fenced back yard impossible, but that is no fault of the host. Beds were super comfortable!"

Unique Airplane Bungalow 2BR/2BA One-of-a-Kind Stay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for our recent stay. We were visiting Topeka for our niece’s baby shower. The place was very clean and convenient. Justin communicated well and made sure our stay went smoothly. Would highly recommend"

Kings Cottage 4 bed/3 full bath central Topeka

10/10 Excellent

"The property was exactly as advertised. Set up very nicely, clean and very well kept. Will stay again if in the area. highly recommend ."

Other attractions near Lake Shawnee

A mural with educational and motivational themes, including references to Brown v. Board of Education and a school named Summer School.

Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site

8.6/10 (70 reviews)

Find out about the history of Topeka with a stop at Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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A well-lit government building with a prominent dome, surrounded by a green park and illuminated streets.

Kansas State Capitol

8.6/10 (294 reviews)

After visiting Kansas State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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Topeka Performing Arts Center

7.8/10 (136 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Topeka Performing Arts Center during your stay in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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Stormont Vail Events Center

7.8/10 (73 reviews)

Catch an event at Stormont Vail Events Center during your trip to Topeka. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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First Presbyterian Church Topeka

7.4/10 (24 reviews)

After visiting First Presbyterian Church Topeka, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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Kansas History Center

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Kansas History Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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Mulvane Art Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mulvane Art Museum during your trip to Topeka. Experience the area's museums or attend a sporting event.

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NOTO Community Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to NOTO Community Arts Center during your stay in Topeka. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Shawnee?

Lake Shawnee is located in Topeka. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. You'll find 36 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Lake Shawnee?

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Lake Shawnee. Other good options within a few miles include Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel and Washburn Hotel Suites.

How many hotels will I find close to Lake Shawnee?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Shawnee.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Lake Shawnee.

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

For more details about updating your stay near Lake Shawnee or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Lake Shawnee?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Kansas History Center and Mulvane Art Museum. Bring the family to Topeka Performing Arts Center, NOTO Community Arts Center, and Legacy Community Arts Center Inc while you're checking out the area near Lake Shawnee. Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site and Stormont Vail Events Center are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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1. Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2. Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

3. Hampton Inn Topeka

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing

5. Hyatt Place Topeka

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Topeka Southwest

7. Hilton Garden Inn Topeka

8. Endeavor Inn & Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Topeka

10. Garner Hotel Topeka West by IHG

11. Washburn Hotel Suites

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Topeka

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Topeka North by IHG

14. Hotel Topeka at City Center

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Topeka

16. Courtyard by Marriott Topeka

17. Comfort Suites Topeka Northwest

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Topeka West, KS

19. Candlewood Suites Topeka West by IHG

20. Econo Lodge Topeka at Wanamaker

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Top Lake Shawnee Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel & Convention Center by Wyndham Topeka Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Topeka at Forbes Landing

Kansas Escapes-Stormont Vail Event Center, I-70, Hummer sports park, World Cup

Hotel Topeka at City Center

Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Topeka Southwest

Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!

Unique Airplane Bungalow 2BR/2BA One-of-a-Kind Stay

Kings Cottage 4 bed/3 full bath central Topeka

Other attractions near Lake Shawnee

Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site

Kansas State Capitol

Topeka Performing Arts Center

Stormont Vail Events Center

First Presbyterian Church Topeka

Kansas History Center

Mulvane Art Museum

NOTO Community Arts Center

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