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1. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (723 reviews)
"Super clean, modern, staff went out of their way to welcome yo, breakfast was good. Location to main street dining and bars can’t be beat."
United States
Tom
The price is P7,925
P8,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

2. The Black Hawk Hotel

The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (867 reviews)
"I loved this historical hotel, the staff very friendly and helpful."
United States
Theresa
The price is P7,331
P8,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
The Black Hawk Hotel

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
3.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel, breakfast area is nice and and rooms are spacious and clean"
United States
Mary
The price is P5,511
P6,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

4. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (575 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Francisco
The price is P6,686
P7,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

5. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (995 reviews)
"Good hot breakfast!"
United States
DAVID
The price is P5,167
P5,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

6. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (617 reviews)
"Great staff. Nice rooms."
United States
Scott
The price is P6,430
P7,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

7. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Very nice room with good accommodations. Excellent breakfast."
United States
Drew
The price is P6,516
P7,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

8. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (731 reviews)
"Good clean place to stay."
United States
Jim
The price is P5,732
P6,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

9. The Weis Mansion

The Weis Mansion
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"This was a wonderful, unique place to stay. The property was clean with great amenities and a helpful host."
United States
Lyn
The price is P8,206
P9,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
The Weis Mansion

10. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"Comfort and welcoming atmosphere ease of check in"
United States
Sherrie Lynn
The price is P7,537
P8,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University
2.0 star property
8.5 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast, very clean room & great staff & parking"
United States
Mike
The price is P5,592
P6,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

12. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (555 reviews)
"Great place to stay with good food nearby."
United States
Brian
The price is P6,759
P7,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (531 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, good breakfast and available parking."
United States
LaTanya
The price is P6,626
P7,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (44 reviews)
"Nice size room, and good breakfast."
United States
Rita
The price is P5,115
P5,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (419 reviews)
"Have stayed multiple times when passing thru for work…quality hotel with great staff"
United States
todd
The price is P6,148
P6,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

16. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley
2.5 star property
13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (944 reviews)
"Very nice hotel that was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Lorelei
The price is P5,931
P6,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

17. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown
2.0 star property
9.7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
6.6 out of 10, (442 reviews)
"Everything was amazing and the breakfast was great!"
United States
April
The price is P3,191
P3,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

18. Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Alex
The price is P4,328
P5,664 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (790 reviews)
"Worked for our trip close to all the things we waned to do and see!"
United States
Laura
The price is P4,133
P4,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (830 reviews)
"Great stay. Love the bed - super comfortable. Very clean hotel and nice staff."
United States
Betty
The price is P4,082
P4,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo
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Compare popular hotels close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
View from room
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
723 reviews
View
Front of property
The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
867 reviews
View
Indoor pool
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
View
Exterior
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
575 reviews
View
Indoor pool
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
995 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Big Woods Lake Recreation Area is located in a family-friendly area of Cedar Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 18 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
The Black Hawk Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a bar. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. Another good choice is Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
You can enjoy live performances at McLeod Center and Cedar Falls Community Theatre. Bring the family to Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Hearst Center for the Arts, and Falls Aquatic Center while you're checking out the area near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to UNI-Dome, Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, and Palmer's Family Fun while you're in the area.