The Best Hotels Closest to Arbor Lake in Grinnell for 2026

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Our top choices for Arbor Lake hotels

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.5 km from Arbor Lake

Jeongrim

￥43,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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

2.8 km from Arbor Lake

Margaret

￥16,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

2.7 km from Arbor Lake

Charles

￥15,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

4. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

3.1 km from Arbor Lake

Sherwin

￥12,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars) | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

3.6 km from Arbor Lake

Cyndi

￥15,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

6. Western Inn & Suites

3.4 km from Arbor Lake

Harold

￥9,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Arbor Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 404 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 944 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	2.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 567 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	2.5 star property	7.2 Good 673 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 602 reviews	View

Top Arbor Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

10/10 Excellent

"Was a good stopping point for our trip from Michigan to Colorado. There are a few dining choices to the north of the hotel. We discovered the Pizza Ranch which is about 1 mile to the north. The morning breakfast is always a plus."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute property and set up well for guests. Loved the kitchen with all the amenities, a comfortable living room, and a large porch with a view of the lake. My niece went down to the dock below every day to look at (for) the mink and also did some birdwatching bear the property.My sister, a niece and I were in town to see family and celebrate an incoming baby. We had an amazing time and really enjoyed our time at the cottage."

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"This is such a charming hotel! The property is a renovated school that was built in the 1920s. We loved all the thoughtful details including the original hardwood floors and the interior design selections that alluded to the fact that the building was once a school. The restaurant serves charcuterie boards and clever cocktails. The check in process was a little confusing because there isn’t a dedicated front desk, and the shower temp was just lukewarm, but the charm of the hotel outweighed those minor issues."

4 bedroom cottage with 2 indoor fireplaces

10/10 Excellent

"I reached out so many times with so many questions and each time Nicole was so quick to answer! The property was immaculate. There were so many things available to make our stay with three different families so easy. We all said we would stay again for sure!!"

Other attractions near Arbor Lake

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Arbor Lake?

Arbor Lake is located in Grinnell. Travelers like the surrounding area for its university setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Arbor Lake?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Arbor Lake. Other good options within a few miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Arbor Lake?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Arbor Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Arbor Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before 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 cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Arbor Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Arbor Lake?

To find more details about updating your stay near Arbor Lake or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Arbor Lake?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center, and Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center. Explore nature at Central Park and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. Grinnell College and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Arbor Lake hotels

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80