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A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sign indicating the name and address, and a welcoming sign above the doors.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a minibar, a minibar refrigerator, and a wall decorated with a large clock and a sign that reads "Welcome to Bedford."

1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Bedford

17.7 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Scott

AED 403

AED 451 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A large, historic building with a prominent turret and a porch, likely a hotel.

A stone lion statue in front of a motel with a green roof.

A staircase with a handrail, carpeted steps, and a door at the top.

2. Rosemount Motel

18.4 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Carla

AED 242

AED 272 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A gazebo with a white railing and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A two-story house with a brick driveway, a black front door, and a mailbox.

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a wardrobe, and wall-mounted lamps.

A spacious room with a spiral staircase, a dining area with wooden chairs, a water dispenser, and a green cushioned bench.

3. Century Suites Hotel

15.8 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

William

AED 380

AED 426 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A lobby with reception desks, a mural of a cityscape, and a bookshelf with magazines.

A modern lobby with a patterned carpet, seating area with sofas and armchairs, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

17.8 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Anne

AED 372

AED 417 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase to an upper level.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a no diving sign, and exercise equipment.

An outdoor bar area with a grill, seating, and a potted plant.

A modern dining area with a dark wooden table and chairs, a patterned carpet, and a view into the kitchen area.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

16.6 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Stephen

AED 434

AED 486 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A reception desk at Indiana University with a sign for 'Cascades Inn' and a coffee machine.

A brick pathway leading to a building with a balcony and a staircase.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the outside.

6. Cascades Inn

19.2 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Darlene

AED 212

AED 237 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a sign that reads "MUST HAVE COFFEE."

An indoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a dining area.

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

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

17.6 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Beverly

AED 408

AED 457 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a landscaped area with trees.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, a ladder, and chairs along the side.

A reception area with a marble counter, a welcome sign, a clock, and a framed welcome poster.

A spacious dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a kitchen in the background, and hanging plants.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford

16.8 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Matthew

AED 241

AED 270 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed artwork, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a black sign indicating 'Hilton Honors,' and a black doormat with a welcoming message.

A compact hotel room with a dark carpet, a sofa, a small table, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

9. Spark by Hilton Bloomington

17.5 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Brad

AED 247

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A historic stone building with a red-tiled roof, a central arched entrance, and a statue in front.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with bottles and plants, and large windows with curtains.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'GRADUATE' sign on the facade, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A rooftop restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a clock tower.

10. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

16.4 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

JOHN PAUL

AED 590

AED 661 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a chalkboard wall with food-related drawings.

A snack and beverage area with shelves stocked with various snacks, a refrigerator with drinks, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a mirror.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Hampton Inn Bloomington

18.5 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Frances

AED 337

AED 378 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large, two-story house with a white exterior, multiple windows, and a front porch with white railings.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a floral-patterned carpet.

A porch with white railings and wooden rocking chairs, overlooking a street with houses and a street lamp.

12. Grant Street Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 16.7 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Melanie

AED 473

AED 530 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a blue armchair, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a stone fireplace, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A stone building with outdoor seating and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, two white pillows, a green and white patterned bedspread, and a dark headboard with horizontal lines.

13. Quality Inn & Suites Bedford West

17.2 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Carol

AED 236

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a TV.

A hotel breakfast area with a self-service station, refrigerated display, and various food items.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a television, a lamp, and a mirror.

14. Comfort Inn Bloomington near University

18.6 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Gisele

AED 250

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A row of townhouses with a central entrance, potted plants, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a patterned carpet.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven.

15. MainStay Suites Bloomington near University

17.7 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Sarah Simpson

AED 231

AED 259 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade and a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and columns, with a view of trees through large windows.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a variety of liquor bottles, and a sign reading "THE PLAGERY".

16. Hyatt Place Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 16.6 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Lionel

AED 404

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with handicapped parking spaces.

A Travelodge hotel entrance with a clear sign, glass doors, and a covered parking area.

A cafe with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, a juice dispenser, and framed pictures on the wall.

17. Travelodge by Wyndham Bloomington

Green Acres, 15.9 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

danni

AED 237

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a red sofa, a wooden table, a black chair, a bed with patterned bedding, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel with a 'Super 8' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern kitchen with a wooden counter, white cabinets, and a large framed picture on the wall.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington University Area

19 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Jeff

AED 203

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A multi-story building with a restaurant named 'Bar & Grill' on the ground floor.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, trees, and a building with large windows.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 16.7 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Megan

AED 434

AED 486 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bathroom with a bathtub, a towel rack, and a showerhead.

A hotel room with two single beds, each with white bedding and pillows. There is a small bedside table with a phone and a remote control. The walls are painted in a light color, and there are two electrical outlets visible on the wall.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a microwave, a chair, and a door.

20. Best Value Inn

18.6 km from Fairfax State Recreation Area

Donna

AED 265

AED 297 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Fairfax State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn by Hilton Bedford	9.4 Exceptional 492 reviews	View
Rosemount Motel	8.6 Excellent 72 reviews	View
Century Suites Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 518 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington	9.2 Wonderful 1,389 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Fairfax State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Retreat - At Lake Monroe. No Cleaning Fees.

10/10 Excellent

"We had a nice stay. The place was very clean, the bed was comfortable, it had a nice sized shower (no bathtub). I knew from reading the reviews that there would be no lake view from the balcony and we were fine with that. It has a wooded view and the balcony was peaceful. What I didn’t know was that it’s an upstairs unit with lots of stairs leading up to it. Even parking in the fire lane there was no easy way to load and unload my car, It took many trips up and down those stairs as I was unable to carry the cooler of food I had brought into the unit - I had to unload it and reload it piecemeal. I’m in my 50s so maybe it’s not a big deal to most but it was a big deal for me and my aunt who is almost 70 and has had knee surgery. It just really would have been nice to know that detail ahead of time as I could have planned differently or made the decision to book somewhere else. I took off one star for that lack of detail as it might be important for some people to know that before they book a stay. But overall it was a nice place and a nice visit and Brandon was a very good host."

Completely Updated Condo-Resort Living on Lake Monroe w/ Pool, Golf + Golf Cart

10/10 Excellent

"Unit was very clean when we checked in. Linens were clean and fresh. Found everything we needed for our short stay. WiFi worked great for all our devices. Loft area worked well as a second “bedroom” for an adult."

Family-sized Condo, 20 minutes to Indiana University & 5 minutes to Lake Monroe

10/10 Excellent

"This was an amazing property. Perfect for 5 adults to hang out in all weekend. Close to campus and Brown County. Host was always easy to contact!"

Rustic Cabin with Views in Bloomington

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy cabin"

Luxurious, light-filled 2 bedroom condo in Bloomington IU Football Fans

10/10 Excellent

"This is an absolutely gorgeous condo!!! Definitely would recommend to anyone and would rent from again"

Cozy 2BR Lake Monroe Golf Condo IU Bloomington

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely enjoyed my stay at this lovely condo. Clean, charming and cozy! Communication was great. I hope to go back!"

Forest Getaway & Golf at Lake

10/10 Excellent

"We are former residents who now live in FL. We needed to be in/ near Bloomington for our annual Dr. visits and to see family and friends. The condo was convenient and made it easy. The. neighborhood cat was lovely and friendly, and Jason was very easy to work with! We especially appreciated the washer/dryer as we had been traveling for 2 weeks."

The Eagle's Nest & Bird Watching

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay! Very peaceful!"

Historic Hideaway with Sauna near the Lake

10/10 Excellent

"perfect for our little staycation getaway! easy access to Lake Monroe and we loved the historical aspect of the place. The whole property was beautiful and we were impressed."

Other attractions near Fairfax State Recreation Area

Fourwinds Marina

Explore the waterfront in Bloomington with a trip to Fourwinds Marina. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe

Enjoy a round of golf in Bloomington at The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hardin Ridge Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Heltonville.

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Allens Creek State Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Allens Creek State Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Moore's Creek State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Moore's Creek State Recreation Area during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Cedar Bluff

You can take time to visit Cedar Bluff during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fairfax State Recreation Area?

Fairfax State Recreation Area is located in Bloomington. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options. You'll find 55 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Fairfax State Recreation Area?

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and a private beach. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Fairfax State Recreation Area.

How many hotels will I find near Fairfax State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fairfax State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fairfax State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Fairfax State Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Fairfax State Recreation Area?

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What can I see and do near Fairfax State Recreation Area?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Hardin Ridge Recreation Area and Allens Creek State Recreation Area. Stopping by The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe, Fourwinds Marina, or Cedar Bluff is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Salt Creek State Recreation Area and Allen's Creek State Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Fairfax State Recreation Area hotels

1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Bedford

2. Rosemount Motel

3. Century Suites Hotel

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

6. Cascades Inn

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford

9. Spark by Hilton Bloomington

10. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

11. Hampton Inn Bloomington

12. Grant Street Inn

13. Quality Inn & Suites Bedford West

14. Comfort Inn Bloomington near University

15. MainStay Suites Bloomington near University

16. Hyatt Place Bloomington

17. Travelodge by Wyndham Bloomington

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Bloomington University Area

19. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

20. Best Value Inn

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Top Fairfax State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

The Retreat - At Lake Monroe. No Cleaning Fees.

Completely Updated Condo-Resort Living on Lake Monroe w/ Pool, Golf + Golf Cart

Family-sized Condo, 20 minutes to Indiana University & 5 minutes to Lake Monroe

Rustic Cabin with Views in Bloomington

Luxurious, light-filled 2 bedroom condo in Bloomington IU Football Fans

Cozy 2BR Lake Monroe Golf Condo IU Bloomington

Forest Getaway & Golf at Lake

The Eagle's Nest & Bird Watching

Historic Hideaway with Sauna near the Lake

Other attractions near Fairfax State Recreation Area

Fourwinds Marina

The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe

Hardin Ridge Recreation Area

Allens Creek State Recreation Area

Moore's Creek State Recreation Area

Cedar Bluff

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