10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Lake Ponderosa in Montezuma from NZ$120

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A reception area with a stone wall, a desk, and a computer.

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

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

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

18 km from Lake Ponderosa

Irina

NZ$189

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

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

A wooden table with a laptop, a telephone, and a glass of iced tea.

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

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

17.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

Steven

NZ$206

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A lobby with a stone wall, green seating, a wooden table with a vase, and a ceiling fan.

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

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

NZ$120

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

17.7 km from Lake Ponderosa

Sherwin

NZ$123

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

5. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

20.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

Jeongrim

NZ$495

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 building with a blue exterior, large windows, and a parking lot with directional arrows.

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

A large indoor pool with wooden walls and multiple windows.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

17.3 km from Lake Ponderosa

Sarah

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Ponderosa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	8.4 Very good 608 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	8.6 Excellent 978 reviews	View
Western Inn & Suites	7.4 Good 86 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	7.2 Good 694 reviews	View
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 416 reviews	View

Top Lake Ponderosa Hotel Reviews

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"It is nice and clean with a great breakfast"

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

10/10 Excellent

"X"

Western Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Did not do breakfast at the hotel. Check in gal, Lorisa, very friendly and nice!"

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are always nice and updated! Staff is friendly and helpful. Always enjoy staying here when in town."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

8/10 Good

"Everything was fine except the water is so soft that it made the tub DANGEROUSLY slippery. Had to use extreme care in turning around in the shower. (And I am not a fall risk so it was definitely the soft water.)"

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!"

4 bedroom cottage with 2 indoor fireplaces

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean property with beautiful view and accessibility to lake."

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

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect place to unwind for a couple of days. The screened porch with the rocking chairs was super relaxing. Our son loved being so close to the lake and the fishing was great. Best of all we got to bring our fur babies with us ! Definitely would stay here again."

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."

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 in Brooklyn. Wander the forests 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 traveller 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 can I expect to find near Lake Ponderosa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options 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 refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake Ponderosa.

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1. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80