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Compare 102 hotels close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

2.5 star property
7 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (229)
"Polite staff and quick check in and out."
United States
Darla
$134 nightly
The price is $148
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

2.5 star property
6.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379)
"Clean, great staff. "
United States
Peter
$107 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown
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My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

2.5 star property
7.5 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (929)
"Nice facility"
United States
Jeff
$85 nightly
The price is $94
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees
My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

2.5 star property
7.5 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"A great stay!"
United States
Gordon
$68 nightly
The price is $75
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

2.5 star property
7.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (574)
"Very clean and welcoming "
United States
Kassidy
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites
In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

2.0 star property
7.1 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (959)
"Perfect stay!!"
United States
Heidi
$59 nightly
The price is $67
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown
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AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

3.0 star property
3.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (540)
"Room was clean. Staff was friendly. "
United States
Barb
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown
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Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

2.5 star property
10.6 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (39)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Dusty
$78 nightly
The price is $89
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel
Double Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Travel Inn

Travel Inn

2.5 star property
3.9 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (148)
"The rooms are clean and the staff is friendly. "
United States
Benjamin
$55 nightly
The price is $62
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Travel Inn
Indoor pool
Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

2.0 star property
5.1 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area
6.6 out of 10, (717)
"Everything was accommodated by Chay , the stay was good and well priced. 5 *"
United States
Isaac
$60 nightly
The price is $67
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown
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Top Pelican Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Econo Lodge Watertown

Econo Lodge Watertown

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very nice and the room was very clean"
Pedro 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Econo Lodge Watertown

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Nice little zoo containing a variety of animals from jaguars and zebras to alligators and camels.
Photo by Erik Rowley
Open Photo by Erik Rowley

Bramble Park Zoo

4.3/5 (15 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who live at Bramble Park Zoo during your vacation in Watertown? Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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Aerial View of Lake Kampeska near Watertown, South Dakota

Lake Kampeska

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Kampeska during your travels in Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pelican Lake Recreation Area?
Pelican Lake Recreation Area is located in Watertown. Travelers like the surrounding area for its shopping. You'll find 19 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?
AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Pelican Lake Recreation Area. Another good option is Travel Inn, located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away.
How many hotels will I find close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?
Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Pelican Lake Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pelican Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is 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. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Pelican Lake Recreation Area.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Pelican Lake Recreation Area?
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