Book a Top Grinnell Motel

If you’re having a hard time finding motels in Grinnell, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 80 lodging options in the larger area. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

These are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Western Inn & Suites: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton: A business centre along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Central Grinnell is 18.4 mi (29.5 km) away. Super 8 by Wyndham Marshalltown: Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Located 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from the heart of Grinnell. Motel 6 Marshalltown, IA: Central Grinnell is 20.6 mi (33.2 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Economy Inn Motel: 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from the heart of Grinnell. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as a microwave.

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Central Park, Arbor Lake and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center, Bison Corral and Fun Valley Ski Area. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank, Grinnell Historical Museum and Bucksbaum Center for the Arts.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Grinnell to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Grinnell are January, November, February and April, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Grinnell to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 49.7 mi (80 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.