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Best Western Holiday Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Clear Lake with free breakfast and free airport shuttle

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pool
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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2023 7th Avenue N, Clear Lake, IA, 50428
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • City Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Clear Lake State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Oversized Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Oversized Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Oversized Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Annex Building

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Clear Lake

At Best Western Holiday Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Central Gardens of North Iowa and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Clear Lake Fire Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The restaurant, Bennigan’s, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Clear Lake hotel include MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine and City Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • City Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KWIK STAR #223 - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Best Western Holiday Lodge

Hotel in Clear Lake with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
Best Western Holiday Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and 7 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 5899 square feet (548 square metres) and includes conference space. Best Western Holiday Lodge also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Clear Lake hotel is smoke free.

  • 136 guestrooms or units
  • 5899 sq ft of conference space
  • 548 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Holiday Lodge offers 136 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Clear Lake hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Airport shuttle available during limited hours
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bennigan’s

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5,899 square feet of conference space
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Holiday Lodge?

Yep, Best Western Holiday Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Holiday Lodge?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Holiday Lodge on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$152.28, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Holiday Lodge?

The closest beach to Best Western Holiday Lodge is City Beach Park (2 km).

Does Best Western Holiday Lodge have a pool?

Best Western Holiday Lodge has an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Holiday Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Holiday Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7 AM - 10 PM.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Holiday Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Holiday Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Best Western Holiday Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 570 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great. Only complaint is 5he beds were like sleeping on cardboard.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara, Herington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast was very good. they had the whole menu for the week posted. Had a yogurt machine which was very nice. It is a large property. When I checked in, the clerk gave me a map and told me exactly where to go and let me keep the map. A very nice touch
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find! Clean, convenient location, free shuttle to the Surf Ballroom, super friendly, helpful staff. My only criticism is that we were put in a separate building with no elevator, so we had to lug our cases up two flights of stairs. (Maybe a hot tub by the pool too?)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor, Kansas city

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look—when we rolled into Clear Lake, Iowa, I wasn’t expecting the Best Western to go this hard. But it did. This ain’t your dusty roadside motel full of cigarette ghosts and broken vending dreams. This place? Immaculate. Like, I’ve been in firebases cleaner than some hotels… this wasn’t one of them. This was better. Me, Brittany, and our dog Cracker (yes, that’s his real name, relax) rolled in looking like a traveling circus of chaos and sass. They didn’t flinch. They didn’t judge. They just handed over keys like they’ve seen worse—and let’s be real, they probably have. Room? Cleaner than my DD-214. Beds? Softer than my ex’s boundaries. Showers? Hotter than Brittany’s patience when Cracker did laps around the room for 45 minutes straight. Staff? Polite enough to fake laughter when Cracker barked at his reflection like it owed him money. We had a lake view and zero complaints—except the vending machine didn’t have Reese’s. I’d dock half a star but then I remember the breakfast slapped and the coffee didn’t taste like regret. Bottom line: If you're looking for a place to crash that doesn’t feel like you're in a crime documentary reenactment, Best Western Clear Lake is that spot. Pet-friendly. People-tolerant. And they didn’t call the cops when we asked if ghosts were extra. Rating: 5 outta 5 barkin’ Crackers. Would haunt again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to quaint downtown. Ate at sports bar 5 minutes from the hotel and had delicious burgers! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super good value. Very good restaurant connected to motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy, Indianapolis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Served our purposes just fine. Our bathroom had no fan so didn’t enjoy fogged up mirrors after shower
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Fridge did not work and was super dirty. Next fridge I got was super dirty. Kind of disgusting when I relied on the fridge. Staff was very nice is the only positive
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey, Ames

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay for work. The area is nice and the rooms are very comfortable. Bennigans restaurant is a great place to eat that is paired closely to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was small, but clean and quiet... bed was comfortable. Had my highest sleep score in weeks! Breakfast was more than expected. Friendly check in staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Great l

What a find! This hotel was an exceptional value and had so many thoughtful features. Included breakfast was exceptional and served with actual glass plates and metal silverware. Our pet-friendly room was convenient for outdoor access. Staff were friendly and helpful. Conveniently located just off the interstate for overnight stops like ours. When we are in this area again we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a last minute stay around 10:30 pm same night while traveling, showed up 10 minutes later and was graciously welcomed, as well as having a surprisingly nice room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was clean but needs some updates and fixing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Convenient location. Disappointed restaurant wasnt open later on Friday night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Just runned down elevator still down. I was here in January down then. Tried telling another just went down this week
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katina

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susie

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

outside doors UGH

I was very surprised to find that we were in a building attached by a long hallway to the main building. It was very inconvenient for finding ice and/or using the breakfast area. Since it snowed when we entered the room through the outside entrance we of course got snow all over the carpet. We are NOT fans of rooms with an entrance door direct to the outside. The train was unbelievably loud. We live right next to train tracks and this was WAY louder than we are used to. A little warning about all of these things would have helped.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025