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A hotel room with a large mirror, a wooden door, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a desk, and a patterned carpet.

A modern cafe with a central island, seating area, and a counter with a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a modern bathroom, a dining area, and a living room.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, a vanity, and a shower area.

1. Best Western Plus Lexington NE

10.4 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

J. Anna

AED 309

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the sky through large windows, surrounded by a modern interior with a neutral color palette.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, including a geometric wall art piece, two reception counters, and a sign for IHG Rewards.

A breakfast area with a bakery section, hot food, cereal, and fruit display.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington South by IHG

10.3 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Ann Frances Marie

A hotel room with a bathtub, a sofa, and a lamp.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a reception desk, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

3. Comfort Inn Lexington

10.2 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Caprice

AED 294

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign indicating it is a Cobblestone Hotel & Suites.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a gray sectional sofa, a bed with a white comforter, a desk with a computer, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen with a stone backsplash.

4. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Cozad

22.1 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

michael

AED 364

AED 415 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large framed picture of a waterfall.

A hotel room with four tables and chairs, a clock on the wall, a potted plant, and a framed picture.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, a framed picture on the wall, and a door at the end.

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Cozad

22.1 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Leah

AED 202

AED 230 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A motel with a central tower, a covered parking area, and a single-story building.

A hotel corridor with a reception area, a mirror, a telephone, and a display of travel brochures.

6. Mid Rest Inn Lexington NE I-80

9.8 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Alan

AED 198

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a reception desk, a chair, a sofa, a small table, a computer, and a door.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, dresser, and a sofa.

A diner with a breakfast counter, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Lexington NE

10.6 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Jesrael Lee

AED 219

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A spacious living area with a tiled floor, a wooden staircase, a glass door leading to another room, and a potted plant.

A long counter with coffee machines, a fruit juice dispenser, and various food items.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs, and a standing heater.

8. Econo Lodge Lexington

10.5 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Wade

AED 172

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a black leather couch, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

A building with a numbered door, windows, and a car parked outside.

A parking lot with a building featuring a unique slanted roof design.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

9. Circle S Motel Cozad I-80

22.2 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Daniel

AED 180

AED 223 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare top hotels near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Best Western Plus Lexington NE 10.4 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area View	Comfort Inn Lexington 10.2 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area View	Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Cozad 22.1 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area View	Super 8 by Wyndham Cozad 22.1 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area View	Mid Rest Inn Lexington NE I-80 9.8 km from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area View
8.8 Excellent 728 reviews	8.4 Very good 529 reviews	8.6 Excellent 868 reviews	8.0 Very good 877 reviews	6.8 404 reviews
AED 309 AED 346 total includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	AED 294 AED 329 total includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov	AED 364 AED 415 total includes taxes & fees 25 Nov - 26 Nov	AED 202 AED 230 total includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct	AED 198 AED 229 total includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct

Top Johnson Lake State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Lexington NE

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious, clean affordable king room. Great breakfast selections and pleasant staff."

Mid Rest Inn Lexington NE I-80

8/10 Good

"Okay basic hotel"

Super 8 by Wyndham Cozad

10/10 Excellent

"Great room Friendly staff Good breakfast -waffles and scrambled eggs Great air"

Furnished Lakefront Home, Monthly Stays Welcome

10/10 Excellent

"Great weekend getaway with kids. Quiet little cove to relax around the fire pit and fish. Easy drive to beach access."

Cozy 4-bedroom cabin on beautiful Johnson Lake perfect for relaxing stays

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly as advertised. Housed 6 adult men comfortably."

Comfort Inn Lexington

8/10 Good

"Clean and convenient with a good breakfast. Good for a stay with dogs."

JOHNSON LAKE GETAWAY PRIVATE DOCK-Sleeps up to 12.

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay with our family! Very helpful with our questions! Very clean ! Great access to the lake!"

Lakeside Retreat: Private Hot Tub, Walk to Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Nice beds and TVs in all 5 rooms. Large kitchen and great outdoor seating spaces. Cozy and family friendly. Nice location close to Johnson Lake State Park for fishing. A little bit of a walk to the beach to swim."

Other attractions near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

Bossung Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bossung Lake during your travels in Elwood.

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Lakeside Country Club

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Elwood at Lakeside Country Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Mallard Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mallard Beach during your trip to Elwood?

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LakeShore Marina

Explore the waterfront in Elwood with a trip to LakeShore Marina.

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Phillips Lake State Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Phillips Lake State Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Elwood.

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Elwood Reservoir Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Elwood Reservoir Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Elwood.

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Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Elwood.

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Plum Creek Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Plum Creek Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Elwood.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Johnson Lake State Recreation Area?

Johnson Lake State Recreation Area is located in Elwood. You'll find 12 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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

Best Western Plus Lexington NE 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 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area. Other good options in the area include Mid Rest Inn Lexington NE I-80 and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington South by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area.

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

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Johnson Lake State Recreation Area?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Elwood Reservoir Recreation Area and Phillips Lake State Recreation Area. Explore nature at Mallard Beach and Bossung Lake. If you've got some time to explore the area around Johnson Lake State Recreation Area, you may want to make a stop by Lakeside Country Club, Elwood Reservoir State Wildlife Management Area, and LakeShore Marina.

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Our top choices for Johnson Lake State Recreation Area hotels

1. Best Western Plus Lexington NE

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington South by IHG

3. Comfort Inn Lexington

4. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Cozad

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Cozad

6. Mid Rest Inn Lexington NE I-80

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Lexington NE

8. Econo Lodge Lexington

9. Circle S Motel Cozad I-80