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An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple windows.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a television mounted on a brick wall, and multiple seating arrangements including a sofa and dining tables.

A kitchen with a chalkboard wall art, two wall-mounted lights, a microwave, a toaster, and a water dispenser.

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

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

2.8 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Jeffrey

AED 297

AED 332 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A waterfront deck with a fire feature, overlooking calm water and a sunset sky.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted shelves with potted plants.

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and glass-enclosed shower.

A modern kitchen with a neon sign, a coffee maker, and various kitchen utensils.

2. Lakeside Inn

1.9 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Scotty

AED 426

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a distinctive arched window.

A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a sign for the Microtel Inn Whidham. There are chairs and tables arranged for guests.

A gym with various exercise equipment, benches, and weight racks.

A hotel lobby with a kitchen area, dining tables, chairs, and a clock on the wall.

3. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

2.7 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Jason

AED 219

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A restaurant with booths, tables, and a high ceiling with skylights.

An indoor pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

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

A bar area with a brick counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

4. Best Western Holiday Lodge

2.3 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Mary

AED 327

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A reception desk with a flat-screen TV, a check-in sign, a phone, and a computer.

A room with two brown armchairs, a small table with a lamp, a large window with blinds, a wall with a stone pattern, and a door leading to another area.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a built-in sink.

5. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

2.7 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

James

AED 219

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a stone counter, a clock, and a 'Super 8' sign. There are tables and chairs in the dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a clock.

A stainless steel beverage dispenser with a water cooler and a coffee maker, placed next to a cabinet with a potted plant on top.

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a water dispenser, a refrigerator, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

3 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Stephen

AED 247

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A two-story building with a front porch and a sign that reads "Dunker House Bed & Breakfast with Breakfast".

A dining area with a large table and chairs, wooden flooring, and a chandelier.

A two-story house with a porch supported by white columns, a brick base, and a balcony on the second floor.

A patio with a round metal table and chairs, a potted plant, and a white door with a window.

7. The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

15.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Bruce

AED 587

AED 657 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A kitchenette with two refrigerators, a display case with toys, and shelves stocked with snacks.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a clear sign indicating the name.

A swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, pool rules sign, and a covered area.

8. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

11.7 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Tim

AED 448

AED 502 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central seating area with a sofa and coffee table. There are two lamps on either side of the seating, a small table with a vase, and a potted plant.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stools, and hanging pendant lights.

9. The Historic Park Inn Hotel

15.3 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Elizabeth

AED 317

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a blue accent wall.

A hotel room with a grey carpet, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a painting above the sofa.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee machine, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with red chairs and a table.

A modern reception area with marble counters, a wooden accent wall, and a large screen.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Mason City - Clear Lake

14.8 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Robin

AED 293

AED 328 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats and a chalkboard with motivational writing.

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

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City

11.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

STEPHANIE

AED 465

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A Country Inn & Suites building with a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and outdoor seating.

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

A living room with a wooden wall, a fireplace, a green sofa, a wooden chair, and a floor lamp.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mason City, IA

10.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Julie

AED 443

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A staircase with wooden railings leading to a lower level.

A spacious room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

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

A garden area with wicker baskets filled with flowers, a wooden bench, and a metal fence with climbing plants.

13. Garner Inn & Suites

18.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Mark

AED 377

AED 422 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a wooden door, a reception desk, a bulletin board, and a fire alarm.

An indoor swimming pool with white chairs around it, wooden paneling on the walls, and a sign on the wall.

A Super 8 motel with a row of parked cars and a large illuminated sign.

A desk with a computer monitor, printer, and chair in a room with framed certificates on the wall.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Mason City

11.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Dawn

AED 228

AED 255 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large painting of a sunset over a lake.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a yellow chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern cafe with tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a view of the street.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, a water dispenser, and a clock.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City

12.6 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Yvonne

AED 197

AED 220 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red curtain, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception desk with a computer, framed certificates on the wall, and a bulletin board with travel posters.

A long, narrow hallway with patterned carpet and light-colored walls.

A balcony with artificial grass, a chair, and a view of a parking lot with cars.

16. Stay Mason City

15.3 km from Surf Ballroom and Museum

Bruce

AED 215

AED 241 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Top Surf Ballroom and Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Holiday Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Nice a clean rooms - a little smaller but it wasn’t any issues. Great and friendly staff and breakfast was the best."

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

8/10 Good

"Good breakfast"

Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

8/10 Good

"The bed was comfortable and the shower had plenty of hot water. This is close to the interstate so very handy. There are several restaurants close and some can be walked to. It was decorated for Halloween with a little treat in our room!!"

Serene 3-bedroom house with AC in Clear Lake

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked. The decor was very cute and welcoming. The host included thoughtful touches such as umbrellas in case of rain that made the property feel like home. The property was even better in person than the pictures illustrate."

Lakeside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"very clean room"

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

10/10 Excellent

"Love this house and location! This was our 4th or 5th time staying there and have booked for next year already. Clean, spacious, well equipped, great communication from hosts, easy to check in, great parking, quiet neighborhood. I highly recommend it!!"

WALK DOWNTOWN, WALK TO CITY BEACH, CITY PARK, RESTAURANTS, BARS, & SHOPPING

8/10 Good

"It was good - it was our first vrbo - it would of been nice to have a hook to latch the front porch door and the electric latch on the front house door was very touchy -"

Cottage Daze

10/10 Excellent

"Husband and I had a great stay, looking forward to doing it again."

New Construction Home, 1 block to Legendary Surf District/ Blocks to downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was perfect. Plenty of room for everyone, clean and comfortable, and walking distance to coffee shops and restaurants."

Other attractions near Surf Ballroom and Museum

Clear Lake Fire Museum

9.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Clear Lake Fire Museum during your travels in Clear Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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City Beach Park

9.2/10 (65 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at City Beach Park during your trip to Clear Lake? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Central Gardens of North Iowa

8.2/10 (21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Central Gardens of North Iowa, a lovely green space in Clear Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Country Club Hights Park

Country Club Hights Park is just one of the places to see in Clear Lake, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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All Vets Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Clear Lake at All Vets Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Armour Pugh Memorial Park

Armour Pugh Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Clear Lake, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Clear Lake State Park

9.2/10 (108 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clear Lake State Park during your travels in Clear Lake. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Surf Ballroom and Museum?

Surf Ballroom and Museum is located in an area of Clear Lake that travelers like for its lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 56 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Surf Ballroom and Museum?

Best Western Holiday Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Surf Ballroom and Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake and AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Surf Ballroom and Museum?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Surf Ballroom and Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Surf Ballroom and Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Surf Ballroom and Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Surf Ballroom and Museum?

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What can I see and do near Surf Ballroom and Museum?

Lounge by the water at City Beach Park and Clear Lake State Park Beach. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Central Gardens of North Iowa, Clear Lake State Park, and Clear Lake. McIntosh Woods State Park, All Vets Golf Course, and McIntosh Wildlife Area are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Surf Ballroom and Museum hotels

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

2. Lakeside Inn

3. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

4. Best Western Holiday Lodge

5. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

7. The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

8. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

9. The Historic Park Inn Hotel

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Mason City - Clear Lake

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mason City, IA

13. Garner Inn & Suites

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Mason City

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City

16. Stay Mason City

Top Surf Ballroom and Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Holiday Lodge

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

Serene 3-bedroom house with AC in Clear Lake

Lakeside Inn

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

WALK DOWNTOWN, WALK TO CITY BEACH, CITY PARK, RESTAURANTS, BARS, & SHOPPING

Cottage Daze

New Construction Home, 1 block to Legendary Surf District/ Blocks to downtown

Other attractions near Surf Ballroom and Museum

Clear Lake Fire Museum

City Beach Park

Central Gardens of North Iowa

Country Club Hights Park

All Vets Golf Course

Armour Pugh Memorial Park

Clear Lake State Park

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