Top 10 Hotels in Crystal Lake, IA (from $85) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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The exterior of the Diamond Jo Casino with a prominent illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole with the American flag.

A hotel room with a round table, two patterned chairs, a floor lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, fireplace, sofa, and chairs.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

1. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

Northwood

Barry

$119 nightly

$134 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

2. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Forest City

Joan

$76 nightly

$85 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Kenneth

$84 nightly

$94 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

A gym with various exercise equipment, benches, and weight racks.

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.

4. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Jenette

$66 nightly

$74 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A building with a sign reading "BROOKSTONE LODGE & SUITES" and a stone facade.

A lobby with green armchairs, a fireplace, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a minibar.

A reception area with a black counter, a wooden cabinet with various items, and two framed certificates on the wall.

5. Brookstone Lodge & Suites

Algona

Bonnie

$89 nightly

$100 total

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

An indoor pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

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

6. Best Western Holiday Lodge

Clear Lake

Elizabeth

$89 nightly

$100 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

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

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 reception desk with a flat-screen TV, a check-in sign, a phone, and a computer.

7. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Dylan

$98 nightly

$109 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a headboard.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance and a parking area.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

Northwood

Christopher

$97 nightly

$109 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a clock.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Stephen

$67 nightly

$75 total

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a shower.

A reception desk with a green wall, framed welcome sign, and a clock.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with yellow chairs and tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel hallway with patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a black mat at the entrance.

10. Forest City Inn

Forest City

Cory

$80 nightly

$90 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A staircase with wooden railings leading to a lower level.

A garden area with wicker baskets filled with flowers, a wooden bench, and a metal fence with climbing plants.

A spacious room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hallway with carpeted floors, beige walls, and doors on both sides.

11. Garner Inn & Suites

Garner

Mark

$103 nightly

$115 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted shelves with potted plants.

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and glass-enclosed shower.

12. Lakeside Inn

Clear Lake

Scotty

$169 nightly

$189 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A dining room with a wooden table set for six, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to another room.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and two windows with blinds.

A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch with a railing, and a snow-covered yard.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

13. The Urstad House B&B

Kiester

Karen

$195 nightly

$209 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a computer, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A motel with a sign reading 'Algona INN' in front of a building with a covered parking area and a lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A room with a wooden table and chairs, a reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a clock, and a door labeled 'Reception.'

14. ALGONA INN

Algona

Andres

$44 nightly

$49 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a wooden bench, a television mounted on the wall, a framed picture above the bench, and a wall-mounted telephone.

A room with a large window, a wall-mounted thermostat, and a power outlet.

A porch with two red chairs, an American flag, and hanging flower pots.

A parking lot with several vehicles, including a blue pickup truck and a white SUV.

15. Burr Oak Motel

Algona

Rebecca

$46 nightly

$49 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

A kitchen with white cabinets, a marble countertop, and a built-in TV.

A kitchen with a bar area, a pool table, and a red door labeled "SMOKING".

A private bathroom with a mirror, a towel rack, and a toilet.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. A table with a checkered tablecloth and a loaf of bread is in the center.

16. 2 BR B&B Small Town Rural Setting Personal Fun Arcade

Britt

Ron & Cindy U.

A cozy interior with wooden ceiling and walls, a seating area with leather sofas, and a view through large windows.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

An outdoor seating area with thatched umbrellas, a trash bin, and a building in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden counter and shelves displaying informational brochures.

17. Rumorz Neighborhood Hideaway

Clear Lake

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Top Crystal Lake Hotel Reviews

Custom lake home, dock/boat lift, private beach, sleeps up to 15 see description

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing house! Awesome lake views! Meals outside on the deck made our family gathering special and memorable! We will be back!"

Nautical lakeview home with boat launch across the street from your rental home.

8/10 Good

"Great lakeview location! We enjoyed the lake views from the large windows and outdoor patio space. The car classic show drove right by the house the week we were there! Fun watching cars from the comfort of the patio. Our toddler and preschool grandchildren enjoyed the large yard and corner lot. Upstairs bathroom is updated with a beautiful tile shower. Host was attentive and available to communicate anytime we reached out throughout the week. Loved walking to the local ice cream shop."

Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute little place in a safe neighborhood. Very clean and had everything we needed. Only thing is it says it sleeps 6 but I would say 5 at max for this property."

Forest City Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great"

Garner Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was pleasant and extremely helpful."

Remodeled 5bed-3bath up to 14 family members on the lake. Give them the best!

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The property was very clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed. The hot tub was a definite highlight, and we loved relaxing there while enjoying the beautiful lake view. The host was also fantastic-very responsive and quick to answer any questions we had. It was clear that a lot of thought was put into making the stay comfortable and enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it."

Cozy remodeled home in Ventura Heights a block from Clear Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

2 BR B&B Small Town Rural Setting Personal Fun Arcade

10/10 Excellent

"House was great fun my grandsons loved it said it was the best rental they’ve ever been in"

Modern & open 3-bedroom house with 3 stall garage in a perfect location..

10/10 Excellent

"thank you for a great stay!"

More cheap stays in Crystal Lake

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

1121 Hwy 69 North Forest City IA

$76 nightly

$85 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

Forest City Inn

1215 Highway 69 S Forest City IA

$80 nightly

$90 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (417 reviews)

Garner Inn & Suites

785 U.S. 18 Garner IA

$103 nightly

$115 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)

Hotels in Crystal Lake with star-rating

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Crystal Lake?

The best area to stay in Crystal Lake is near the downtown area, particularly around Main Street, where you'll find the most convenient access to local amenities and the lake itself.This central area is the heart of Crystal Lake, offering direct access to the lakefront, a small marina, and several local eateries. Main Street is easily navigable, providing a pleasant setting for walks and access to the town's primary shops and services. It's a great spot for travelers who appreciate being close to everything.Couples often enjoy staying in this area because of its proximity to the lake, which offers opportunities for leisurely strolls along the shore or boat rentals.

When is the best time to go to Crystal Lake?

The best time to visit Crystal Lake is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and conducive to outdoor activities.During this period, the lake is ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing. The surrounding parks and trails are also fully accessible for hiking and biking, offering opportunities to enjoy the natural scenery. Families will particularly appreciate this time, as it aligns with school holidays and provides ample opportunities for water-based recreation and picnics by the lake.Spring (April to May) and Fall (September to October) also offer pleasant conditions for visiting, with milder temperatures and fewer crowds.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Crystal Lake.

How much is the nightly rate at a Crystal Lake hotel?

Prices for hotels in Crystal Lake often vary, but you can find a great deal from $85 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Crystal Lake hotels

1. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

2. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

4. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

5. Brookstone Lodge & Suites

6. Best Western Holiday Lodge

7. Americas Best Value Inn Clear Lake

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Clear Lake

10. Forest City Inn

11. Garner Inn & Suites

12. Lakeside Inn

13. The Urstad House B&B

14. ALGONA INN

15. Burr Oak Motel

16. 2 BR B&B Small Town Rural Setting Personal Fun Arcade

17. Rumorz Neighborhood Hideaway

Learn more about Crystal Lake

Top Crystal Lake Hotel Reviews

Custom lake home, dock/boat lift, private beach, sleeps up to 15 see description

Nautical lakeview home with boat launch across the street from your rental home.

Split Pine a Delightful Cozy Space

Forest City Inn

Garner Inn & Suites

Remodeled 5bed-3bath up to 14 family members on the lake. Give them the best!

Cozy remodeled home in Ventura Heights a block from Clear Lake

2 BR B&B Small Town Rural Setting Personal Fun Arcade

Modern & open 3-bedroom house with 3 stall garage in a perfect location..

More cheap stays in Crystal Lake

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Forest City Inn

Garner Inn & Suites

Hotels in Crystal Lake with star-rating

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