Lakeside Inn

Property class: 3

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You can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a restaurant at Lakeside Inn. Active travelers can enjoy water skiing at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a remote control, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 306 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A panoramic view of a body of water with a distant shoreline and a boat.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 306 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly made bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a remote control, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, a chair, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 306 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Clear Lake is home to Lakeside Inn. Clear Lake State Park and All Vets Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maze and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home. Jet skiing, kayaking, and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Clear Lake travel guide
Map
1603 S Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA, 50428

What's nearby

  • A lake with a sandy beach and dense green forest in the background.
    Clear Lake State Park Beach
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Clear Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clear Lake State Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • City Beach Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Culver's
    5 min drive
  • Seven's 777
    2 min drive
  • PM Park
    6 min drive

About this property

Lakeside Inn

  • Property highlights
  • A garden, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Lakeside Inn. Active travelers can enjoy water skiing at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Access to a nearby health club, smoke-free premises, and local meal delivery service
    • A dock, bicycle parking, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Lakeside Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free infant beds and free extra beds
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Inn?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Inn on Oct 25, 2026 start from $118, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Inn located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Clear Lake, Clear Lake State Park, and Clear Lake State Park Beach. City Beach Park and MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lakeside Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 771 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location and nice size room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little gem. It’s fun to have the restaurant right there. Hotel is close to everything. We have stayed there all four seasons. There’s always a sunset to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room old and tired. After paying for the room we were charged $22.08 and do not know why. We have contacted them twice now. Price considering the room condition was way too high. Location on lake was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, quiet boutique hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay! The staff was very friendly and helpful. We cant wait to go back in august for our anniversary!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, most kind and helpful staff and a magnificent location! It’s a home run!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel, clean room, comfy bed and great view of the lake from 2nd floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean rooms, beautiful view of the lake. About a mile to shops, restaurants, bars, beach etc. Staff was friendly, check in and out was easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, peaceful location, good price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and helped out after regular hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING PLACE!!!!! Thank you Mike and staff for a week of quality relaxing time to enjoy with my husband.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, adorable decor and right on the lake. Cozy stay for our lake ice fishing trip!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay right on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful staff and clean cheerful room. Not to mention fantastic location. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location, easy access and the rooms were clean and well decorated. The staff was friendly, and i cant say enough about the views and being right on the water with lots of tables and seating and a dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique hotel with a restaurant right on the lake. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet Inn, good dining near by.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It appears they have been remodeling the hotel. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place in right on the lake clean rooms great shower pressure stayed two nights will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lake view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great we loved the view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice smaller motel. So relaxing being right on the lake’s edge! Beautiful view!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025