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A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a green sofa, a striped armchair, a black leather chair, a small table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

17.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

Steven

AED 384

AED 430 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hotel dining area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

18 km from Lake Ponderosa

Irina

AED 347

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A swimming pool with a blue chair, tiled floor, and several windows.

A reception area with a stone wall, a clock, and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A Western Inn & Suites sign with an indoor pool and an entrance direction sign.

3. Western Inn & Suites

17.5 km from Lake Ponderosa

Dalton

AED 245

AED 275 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a brick building in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a built-in bookshelf.

A modern cafe with a checkered floor, bar area with stools, and tables with chairs.

4. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

20.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

"A unique property — a boutique hotel converted from a 1921 junior high school. Large spacious rooms with 15 foot vaulted ceilings. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and non-intrusive. It's central, just a couple of blocks away from Broad street and Main street. There's free self parking on the street outside the hotel, and it's a 12 minute walk or a 5 minute bike ride to Grinnell College (there are free-to-borrow bikes available in the hotel). Best hotel in and around Grinnell by a...

Oluwagbemiga

AED 915

AED 1,024 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a granite countertop sink, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a window.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a blue brick backsplash.

A large indoor pool with wooden walls and multiple windows.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

17.3 km from Lake Ponderosa

Sarah

AED 294

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with checkered floor tiles, wooden walls, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

A hotel with a sign reading "Quality Inn & Suites" featuring a two-story building with a red roof and multiple windows.

A wooden interior with a checkered floor, a pool, and benches.

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

6. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

17.7 km from Lake Ponderosa

scott

AED 229

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Ponderosa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	8.6 Excellent 989 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	8.4 Very good 616 reviews	View
Western Inn & Suites	7.4 Good 89 reviews	View
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 421 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	7.6 Good 623 reviews	View

Top Lake Ponderosa Hotel Reviews

EverSpring Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"The room was very out of date and needed some upkeep. The staff was amazing, breakfast was good and beds really nice. I think if they just try to do a little updating and deep cleaning it would be amazing."

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

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful little getaway. The Mrs. and I had a great time. Everything was easily accessible, well labeled, and checkout process was smooth. Would recommend to anyone wanting to explore around Grinnell. Thank you so much for a great little place for our anniversary."

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

10/10 Excellent

"X"

Charming 3-bedroom house in Brooklyn

10/10 Excellent

"This house was perfect for our stay! It's nestled in the small town of Brooklyn and the perfect place for us to lay our heads after a long day at the Iowa game. It had all the space we needed and more. Amber was a very accommodating host and quick to respond. Definitely would recommend this property!"

Montezuma Vacation Rental with Fire Pit Access!

10/10 Excellent

"Wasn't sure what to expect before going. It was a little further out than I was thinking but very peaceful. Haaf three units labeled so easy to know which one you were going to. Had to call the host and answered right away. Very helpful."

Grinnell Heritage Tiny House - On Organic Farm

8/10 Good

"The Tiny House was a cute little place to stay. The location is very convenient to downtown Grinnell. The interior was neat, simple, and covered the basics. The view looking over the little meadow and farm land was beautiful and peaceful. The bed in the loft was comfortable and cozy. For people with physical challenges it may be too difficult to maneuver up and down the stairs, but there is a futon couch that converts into a small bed. Overall we had a nice stay at the Tiny House."

BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay if you want a very calm and relaxing place to rest."

Other attractions near Lake Ponderosa

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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Fun Valley Ski Area

7.8/10 (6 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Fun Valley Ski Area during your trip to Montezuma. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

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Lake Silverado

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Silverado during your travels in Montezuma.

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Fox Forest County Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Fox Forest County Recreation Area during your travels to Montezuma.

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Diamond Lake Park

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Diamond Lake Park during your travels to Montezuma. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Montezuma Public Library

Montezuma Public Library is just one of the places to see in Montezuma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Brooklyn Historical Museum

6.4/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Brooklyn Historical Museum during your travels in Brooklyn. Wander the forest or discover the area's sunsets.

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Arbor Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arbor Lake during your travels in 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 Lake Ponderosa?

Lake Ponderosa is located in Montezuma. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Ponderosa?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Lake Ponderosa. Other good options around the area include Western Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels are there near Lake Ponderosa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Ponderosa.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Lake Ponderosa.

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

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