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Bluffside Gardens

2.0 star property
Resort in Decorah with free parking

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms
Standard Cabin
Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms
Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1020 Park St, Decorah, IA, 52101
  • Place, Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunnings Spring Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Decorah

At Bluffside Gardens you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Porter House Museum and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Highlights at this resort include in-room free WiFi and patios. .This business-friendly resort offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and charcoal grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-in. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Decorah resort include Amundsons Clothing and Agora.
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What's nearby

  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Luther College - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Decorah Fish Hatchery - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bluffside Gardens

Resort in Decorah with free parking
Bluffside Gardens offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden. The business-friendly Bluffside Gardens also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-in. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Decorah resort.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bluffside Gardens offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Decorah resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Friday (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Jervis mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Bluffside Gardens Resort
Bluffside Gardens Decorah
Bluffside Gardens Resort Decorah

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bluffside Gardens?

Bluffside Gardens offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Bluffside Gardens?

Yep, Bluffside Gardens has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bluffside Gardens?

No, Bluffside Gardens does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bluffside Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bluffside Gardens?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bluffside Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean place! very responsive!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were very pleased with the room. Plenty of space for families. Nice kitchen area, comfortable beds, and overall nice experience. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kami

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel alternative! The grounds are done nicely and there’s a small walking path.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than one of the toilet roll holders hanging off the wall, the dry wall anchors failed. The stay was perfect. Ac works really well, the area is beautiful and quite. Me and my family really enjoyed it. Kitchen and dining area were easy to use and accessible. Two separate bathrooms and bedrooms was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that is is close to Luther College, so many Decorah Parks, the Trout Run Trail for biking of roller skiing (we did both on the trail and had a blast), great mountain biking in the area, wonderful accomodations (design is clean and modern, native gardens, quiet, sense of peacefulness, integrated into the natural landscape, landscape restoration along with recreational opportunities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, but some items in the space are showing some wear, not off putting but worth a note. Room was good size and the beds were very comfy. Grounds are really peaceful and pretty!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this quaint location and the privacy of the individual cabins! They had all the necessities and a rustic vibe with a great location to everything in Decorah. The place was new and had comfortable beds and furniture. My only suggestion is work on the cleanliness (fingerprints were all over everything that's used a lot so it made it seem like counters and such were also probably not wiped down, hair in the shower, dishes and counter had a lot of dust, and some stains on main wall areas and furniture). I wiped everything down myself and rewashed any dishes before using and would definitely still stay again due to the privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were all in Decorah for a college graduation and a birthday celebration. We stayed at Bluffside Gardens and it was amazing. The property is beautiful with native flowers and the way the buildings are arranged makes it very attractive. The units are decorated simply, but have everything you could need. It was very clean and the beds were comfy. We only stayed one night, but loved sitting outside in the morning with the Keurig machine and having coffee and visiting. The area of Decorah has so many things to do, and this property would be a great place to base out of. We will stay here again! Bluffside Gardens is a great addition to the lodging options in the Decorah area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean has everything you need for your stay. Kitchenette is nice if you dont want to go out, grills to use and a nice fire pit to enjoy the evening. Owner is a great guy even gave us some insider fishing information! Definitely will be back, hopefully with our whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, Bellevue

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, Bellevue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to see deer each day. A bit more furniture than last time, which was nice. Still could use a dresser or a place for clothes to be put away. Staff was very responsive to a couple minor issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spacious little cabin

Rooms are very spacious. Check in-out was very easy. Love the layout and the vision of the property. Hope to check it out again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very helpful when I asked to check in early because of my daughter’s schedule. We liked the spacious room. We’ll stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room, arrived after normal office hours so the office wasn't open but craig answered the phone right away and helped us find and get into our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay! Will return with a group sometime!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room! Very beautiful courtyard. I needed a blow dryer, but otherwise great! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We liked Having a little space of our own. We visited in winter but I imagine the gardens would be very pretty. Just as an fyi the drawer front on the nightstand L of the bed was broken. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025