The Best Hotels Closest to Cartop State Recreation Area in Bloomington for 2026

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Our top choices for Cartop State Recreation Area hotels

1. IU Biddle Hotel

9.2 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Karen

￥25,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

2. Century Suites Hotel

7.3 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Harold

￥18,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

3. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 9.9 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Stephen

￥18,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

4. Grant Street Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 9.7 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Mark

￥24,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

5. Showers Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 9.9 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

lisa

￥25,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

6. Hampton Inn Bloomington

11.4 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Leonard

￥18,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

7. Wampler House

6.7 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Christina

￥24,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 10.1 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Mark

￥26,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

9. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 9.5 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Srinivasan

￥21,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

10. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

9.5 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Samantha

￥30,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

11. Hyatt Place Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 9.8 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Cynthia

￥24,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Park View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board (on request)

12. Cascades Inn

12 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Jonathan

￥12,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

10.8 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Beth

￥24,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

11.5 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

sandeep

￥23,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

15. MainStay Suites Bloomington near University

12.1 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Melizza

￥11,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

16. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

9.2 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Ana

￥23,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

12.4 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Jesus

￥22,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

18. Holiday Inn Bloomington-University Area by IHG

11.5 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Bill

￥21,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

12 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Mary

￥21,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity

20. Candlewood Suites Bloomington by IHG

10.8 km from Cartop State Recreation Area

Timothy

￥15,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
IU Biddle Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,724 reviews	View
Century Suites Hotel	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 481 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Grant Street Inn	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Showers Inn	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 561 reviews	View

Top Cartop State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Log Cabin Luxury Near IU & Lake Monroe

10/10 Excellent

"It comes with all the amenities that you wouldn’t get at a hotel with privacy and we didn’t have to leave our pets behind. The fence was secure. We loved having access to a washer and dryer. We would definitely book with them again!"

Converted Barn with Hot Tub and Escape Room

10/10 Excellent

"This beautiful property is exactly as described. and the attention to comfort, relaxation and detail is incredible. It is located close to many fun ,as well as, scenic destinations and a quiet retreat to return to for time together with family and friends.The host is excellent with communication and very helpful with any and all questions.We definitely hope to return to this one of a kind gem in Monroe County ."

SkyGazers Delight. One of the Safest areas in Bloomington. Super easy access!!

10/10 Excellent

"The property is 5 miles from the IU campus and a 15-minute drive with graduation traffic. It's situated in a country setting and perfect for 6 people (7 if using the couch). The host was awesome, offering to pick up anything we wanted on-site when we arrived. The house was very clean and had extra pillows/blankets if needed. We had an absolutely wonderful time and couldn't recommend it more for families/groups during peak times when you're OK not being in the center of the college. Perfect for Mom's, Dad's, and Parents' weekends."

Bloomington Cabin, Mins to Campus/lake Monroe

10/10 Excellent

"We had our two dogs with us, and they loved the place. It is just beautiful! The owners were on-site; but this apartment is above their garage, and we didn't cross paths at all. Recommendation: Don't bring a lot of things to carry. The owners did state up-front that there are a lot of stairs. There are pots, pans, plates, bowls, glasses, utensils, serving pieces, and flatware. The floors are hardwood and tile in the bathroom. There are two closets, a chest of drawers, and a dresser in the bedroom. Lots of storage in the kitchen and bathroom. Towels and bath rugs are provided. There is a huge refrigerator and stove, dishwasher, and microwave, and an island with bar stools and a bar sink. The fireplace is electric. The entire place is farmhouse/industrial as far as decorations and fixtures. There are two TV's, one in the living room, and one in the bedroom. The entire apartment has wooden clapboard walls, pitched ceilings, and window curtains. Just gorgeous! "

Lovely Cabin in Bloomington

10/10 Excellent

"Check in/check out process was super easy. We had everything we needed, except for trash bags, which we were able to get from the office. All linens, dishes, silverware, pots and pans were provided. There is a stove, but no oven. I’d advise against buying food from the convenience store down the road from the campground, but if you do, check the expiration dates on everything. I’d definitely check out Lake Monroe. It is stunning! We will definitely be back. My only complaint is the mattress is pretty uncomfortable. "

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Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Bloomington with a visit to Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cartop State Recreation Area?

Cartop State Recreation Area is located in Bloomington. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options. You'll find 92 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Cartop State Recreation Area?

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and a private beach. You'll find it 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Cartop State Recreation Area.

How many hotels are there close to Cartop State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Cartop State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cartop State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Cartop State Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cartop State Recreation Area?

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What can I see and do near Cartop State Recreation Area?

Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Pine Grove State Recreation Area, North Fork State Wildlife Refuge, and Allens Creek State Recreation Area. Explore nature at Lake Monroe and Paynetown Beach. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Bloomington Speedway, Paynetown State Recreation Area, or Cutright State Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Cartop State Recreation Area hotels

1. IU Biddle Hotel

2. Century Suites Hotel

3. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

4. Grant Street Inn

5. Showers Inn

6. Hampton Inn Bloomington

7. Wampler House

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

9. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

10. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

11. Hyatt Place Bloomington

12. Cascades Inn

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bloomington

15. MainStay Suites Bloomington near University

16. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

18. Holiday Inn Bloomington-University Area by IHG

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

20. Candlewood Suites Bloomington by IHG

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Top Cartop State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Log Cabin Luxury Near IU & Lake Monroe

Other attractions near Cartop State Recreation Area

Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center

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