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

A gym with weightlifting equipment, benches, and a red wall in the background.

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

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

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

8.1 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Kenneth

￥13,238

￥14,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

2. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

13.6 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Tim

￥18,563

￥20,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Mason City - Clear Lake

16.2 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Robin

￥12,088

￥13,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a small table with a plant.

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

4. The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

16.8 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Bruce

￥25,827

￥28,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a large window, and a wall clock.

5. Lakeside Inn

10.9 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Scotty

￥21,038

￥23,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window with curtains.

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

6. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

8.3 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Brenda

￥11,366

￥12,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A modern hotel room with two sofas, a patterned rug, a wooden reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

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

7. Best Western Holiday Lodge

8.5 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Mary

￥13,980

￥15,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City

13.6 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

STEPHANIE

￥19,869

￥22,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

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

12.7 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Julie

￥19,694

￥22,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern office space with a dining area, a coffee station, and a comfortable seating area with a couch and chairs.

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, parking lot, and a clear sky.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Mason City

13.5 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Rick

￥11,923

￥13,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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 parking lot with a sign for the Americas Best Value Inn, a large Christmas tree, and a building with a brick facade.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

8.3 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

James

￥9,334

￥10,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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

A reception area with a Days Inn sign, a clock, and a computer monitor.

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

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

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City

14.3 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Yvonne

￥11,633

￥13,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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 long, narrow hallway with patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

9.9 km from Buddy Holly Crash Site

Stephen

￥10,578

￥11,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Buddy Holly Crash Site

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 556 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Mason City - Clear Lake	8.8 Excellent 208 reviews	View
The Decker House Bed & Breakfast	9.6 Exceptional 197 reviews	View
Lakeside Inn	9.0 Wonderful 759 reviews	View

Top Buddy Holly Crash Site Hotel Reviews

Lakeside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We found this hotel charming and relaxing."

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

8/10 Good

"Every staff member I met were incredibly kind, helpful and friendly! They went out of their way to help me with my questions. They were very attentive and seemed to enjoy their job. Excellent customer service!"

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Clear Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, new and comfortable property. I would stay there often if in the area."

Serene 3-bedroom house with AC in Clear Lake

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a cute cozy house for us just for one night. It was a church group of eight ladies headed to Forest City to deliver our “Make A Dress “ donation of 100 dresses that we made for unfortunate children in the United States & internationally..The ladies loved the house & they loved the area. We had a great time. We are going to keep this house in mind for maybe a little mini vacation again. It was perfect! Thank you so much."

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars

10/10 Excellent

"The VRBO was very clean and in a wonderful location so we could walk most everywhere. The hosts were very nice and communication was great. Definitely recommend!! Bonus: they had an outlet that allowed me to charge my electric car. Thank you!"

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."

Spacious yet cozy, newly remodeled home steps away from the Surf Ballroom.

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place, close to surf"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Second time staying at this property and will be back again next summer. Molly and Brad are great hosts. They do everything to ensure you will enjoy your stay."

Other attractions near Buddy Holly Crash Site

Surf Ballroom and Museum

9.4/10 (166 reviews)

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

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Grant Townhall

After visiting Grant Townhall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Clear Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Storre Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Storre Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Fertile.

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Winnebago Oxbow

You can take time to visit Winnebago Oxbow during your travels to Clear Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Mallard Marsh

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mallard Marsh during your travels in Fertile.

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Kuhn Wildlife Area

You can take time to visit Kuhn Wildlife Area during your travels to Ventura.

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Wild Goose Marsh

You can take time to visit Wild Goose Marsh during your travels 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Buddy Holly Crash Site?

Buddy Holly Crash Site is located in Clear Lake, a budget-friendly area that travelers like for its lakeside setting. Clear Lake is home to 108 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best place to stay close to Buddy Holly Crash Site?

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Buddy Holly Crash Site. Other good choices around the area include Best Western Holiday Lodge and AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Buddy Holly Crash Site, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Buddy Holly Crash Site.

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Our top choices for Buddy Holly Crash Site hotels

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

2. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Mason City by IHG

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Mason City - Clear Lake

4. The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

5. Lakeside Inn

6. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

7. Best Western Holiday Lodge

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City

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

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Mason City

11. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

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Top Buddy Holly Crash Site Hotel Reviews

Lakeside Inn

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Clear Lake

Serene 3-bedroom house with AC in Clear Lake

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Short walk to beach, park, shops, restaurants & bars

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

Spacious yet cozy, newly remodeled home steps away from the Surf Ballroom.

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

Other attractions near Buddy Holly Crash Site

Surf Ballroom and Museum

Grant Townhall

Storre Wildlife Management Area

Winnebago Oxbow

Mallard Marsh

Kuhn Wildlife Area

Wild Goose Marsh

Central Gardens of North Iowa

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