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A spacious dining hall with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and hanging lights.

A Brown County Inn sign with amenities like a hotel, restaurant, bar, pool, weddings, live music, and conference rooms.

A wooden porch with a bench, potted plants, and a view of the garden.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, potted plants, and tables and chairs.

1. Brown County Inn

21.2 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Mary

AED 338

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A building entrance with a sign reading "ENTRANCE," a brick wall, a wreath, a Christmas tree, and an American flag.

A living room with a fireplace, a Christmas tree, and holiday decorations.

A house with a porch, two white rocking chairs, and potted plants.

2. Wampler House

9.3 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Fredricka

AED 494

AED 554 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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 spacious room with a spiral staircase, a dining area with wooden chairs, a water dispenser, and a green cushioned bench.

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

3. Century Suites Hotel

9.2 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

William

AED 380

AED 426 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A stone building with a sloped roof, a door, and a small window.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a grand staircase, and a large window providing natural light.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with large windows.

A gated entrance with a wrought iron gate, a stone building, and a clear sky.

4. IU Biddle Hotel

11.7 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Christina

AED 512

AED 574 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a prominent "HOME2" sign.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and colorful cushions, a fire pit, and a view of trees.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a large window providing a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen area with a bar setup, including stools and a coffee station.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

13.3 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Roy

AED 425

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

15 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Anne

AED 366

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A lobby with a dark blue sofa, two grey ottomans, a round coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

14.1 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Stephen

AED 434

AED 486 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with a long dining table, leather sofas, a fireplace, and a TV screen.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television mounted on a stone wall.

A bar area with a stone wall, multiple TVs, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a stone fireplace.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 12.7 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Zemen

AED 493

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A serene pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the sunset.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and umbrellas providing shade.

A hotel with a landscaped garden, a pond, and a waterfall.

A beach with sun loungers and thatched umbrellas, a building in the background, and a body of water.

9. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

8.6 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Ben

AED 278

AED 312 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 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.

10. Spark by Hilton Bloomington

14.6 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Brad

AED 247

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

A well-lit reception area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.

11. Grant Street Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 12.2 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Melanie

AED 473

AED 530 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a round table, a brick building with a wooden deck, and potted plants.

A wooden hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed and a wardrobe.

A rustic building with a brown roof and a large window. In front, there are flower beds with various colorful flowers and a wind sculpture.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a refrigerator, a patterned armchair, a sofa with a floral cushion, and a dining table with chairs.

12. The Iris Garden Downtown Cottages and Suites

21.4 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

AED 437

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A living room with a stone fireplace, two blue sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden bench.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a small table.

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a comfortable seating arrangement, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a blue sofa, and a view of a pool through large windows.

13. Quality Inn Nashville - Bloomington

21.4 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Ethan

AED 360

AED 414 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options, including tables and booths, and a visible kitchen area.

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

14. Hyatt Place Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 12.4 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Carrie

AED 404

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a coffee maker, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

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

15. Cascades Inn

14.4 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Darlene

AED 209

AED 234 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A stately building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a porch, and a well-maintained garden.

A cozy room with a large bed, a television, and a window with curtains.

A sign for Showers Inn with a bed and breakfast symbol, indicating the establishment offers lodging and breakfast.

A wooden door leading to an outdoor patio with two chairs and a white fence.

16. Showers Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 12.5 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Francis

AED 526

AED 589 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, and patterned wallpaper.

17. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

12.1 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

JOHN PAUL

AED 602

AED 675 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a menu board.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by orange umbrellas, and a brick wall in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, sofa, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a desk with a chair, a dining area with chairs, a wooden door, a mirror, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 12.1 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Michelle

AED 426

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs with patterned cushions, a patterned carpet, and a large window with curtains.

19. Hampton Inn Bloomington

13.8 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Frances

AED 331

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 12.5 km from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Megan

AED 434

AED 486 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Paynetown State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Brown County Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,193 reviews	View
Wampler House	10.0 Exceptional 173 reviews	View
Century Suites Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 516 reviews	View
IU Biddle Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,793 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington	9.4 Exceptional 757 reviews	View

Top Paynetown State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Rustic Cabin with Views in Bloomington

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy cabin"

Lake Monroe Fall & Winter Retreat: Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"A perfect place to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary, Our 5 adult kids and their spouses were very happy with the clean and roomy accommodations. We also invited a number of wedding participants. Everyone was excited about the rooms and other amenities. The excellent "bar room" was a perfect spot to relax.Jenny Bell was a perfect hostessThe outdoor patio overlooked Lake Monroe with a perfect view.We are all till talking about the fun we had. Everyone joined in the cooking in the well stocked kitchen. They all want this to be a repeat experience"

Bloomington Cabin, Mins to Campus/Lake Monroe

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this property! Spotless, had everything you could need, very comfy and dog friendly! Owners are very sweet!"

Lake Monroe's Cozy Villa

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great place for a getaway out in nature. It was very conducive for bringing our pet. The property jad lots of great amenities, including a small dog park."

4 Bed | Hot Tub | Close to IU | Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent as always"

Hike, Fish & Boat Nearby! Bloomington Family Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Lots of space for parking and maneuvering boats. We had two and had no issues. The hosts were great and very accommodating. We really enjoyed our time at the cabin."

Other attractions near Paynetown State Recreation Area

Paynetown Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Paynetown Beach during your trip to 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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Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve

You can take time to visit Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve 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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Cutright State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Cutright 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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Two Herons Marina

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

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Pine Grove State Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Pine Grove 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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North Fork State Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at North Fork State Wildlife Refuge, 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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Frequently asked questions

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

Paynetown State Recreation Area is located in Bloomington. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options. You'll find 48 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Paynetown 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. You'll find it 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Paynetown State Recreation Area.

How many hotels will I find close to Paynetown State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Paynetown State Recreation Area.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Paynetown State Recreation Area.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Paynetown State Recreation Area, click here.

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

Local parks like Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, Pine Grove State Recreation Area, and North Fork State Wildlife Refuge are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Monroe, Paynetown Beach, and Allens Creek State Recreation Area. Stopping by Bloomington Speedway, Moore's Creek State Recreation Area, or Cutright State Recreation Area is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for Paynetown State Recreation Area hotels

1. Brown County Inn

2. Wampler House

3. Century Suites Hotel

4. IU Biddle Hotel

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

9. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

10. Spark by Hilton Bloomington

11. Grant Street Inn

12. The Iris Garden Downtown Cottages and Suites

13. Quality Inn Nashville - Bloomington

14. Hyatt Place Bloomington

15. Cascades Inn

16. Showers Inn

17. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

18. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

19. Hampton Inn Bloomington

20. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Compare popular hotels close to Paynetown State Recreation Area

Top Paynetown State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Rustic Cabin with Views in Bloomington

Lake Monroe Fall & Winter Retreat: Hot Tub

Bloomington Cabin, Mins to Campus/Lake Monroe

Lake Monroe's Cozy Villa

4 Bed | Hot Tub | Close to IU | Pet Friendly

Hike, Fish & Boat Nearby! Bloomington Family Cabin

Other attractions near Paynetown State Recreation Area

Paynetown Beach

Moore's Creek State Recreation Area

Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve

Cutright State Recreation Area

Two Herons Marina

Pine Grove State Recreation Area

North Fork State Wildlife Refuge

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