hotels with a view in Mason City, IA

1. Larch Pine Inn Bed & Breakfast

About this hotel

Dating from 1875, this Victorian-style bed-and-breakfast is a 5-minute walk from the Surf Ballroom and Museum and 4.1 miles from McIntosh Woods State Park.Rooms are individually decorated with traditional furnishings and antiques. All feature claw-foot baths; some have wrought-iron beds and lace curtains. A 1-bedroom cottage offers cable TV, a whirlpool tub, a fireplace, a full kitchen, a deck and free Wi-Fi.Common areas include a screened porch, a dining room, a kitchenette, and a living area with a TV. Breakfast and snacks are complimentary.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to Clear Lake Fire Museum and Clear Lake Arts Center
  • 8 min drive to Mason City Municipal Airport
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Aaron & Whitney Burke

We hosted my tea party themed bridal shower at the Larch Pine Inn Bed & Breakfast and it was amazing! Paula was awesome to work with and everyone had a great time We had around 30 women attend and she served two courses The first course included ham salad and cucumber sandwiches along with deviled eggs

And the second course was cake with chocolate dipped strawberries And we each had our own tea pots and selection of tea to choose from We also had a lady from the historical society come and speak It really was a unique experience and I would highly recommend it!

Renee Kessel

I don’t know what was better, the accommodations or the amazing breakfast every morning Paula and Ken were amazing hosts and attended to our every need The place was clean, the most comfortable bed, within walking distance to downtown and restaurants and just a block off the lake

This is worth the drive and Clear Lake is a great place for family vacation or just a weekend retreat Golf course nearby and fishing made this trip the perfect getaway Thanks Paula

2. PM Park

About this hotel

15297 Raney Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428(641) 357-1991

Things You Need to Know

  • 5 min drive to Clear Lake State Park
  • 14 min drive to Mason City Municipal Airport
  • Guests mentioned “lakes” 28 times
  • Guests mentioned “Tiki bar” 17 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Mike Cammarata

The Restaurant at PM ParkOn a recent road trip, my wife and I stopped for lunch in Clear Lake, Iowa With a great deal of luck, we found this restaurant Actually, they found us

We were looking for it on the grounds of the resort and someone asked us if we needed help She brought us to the restaurant and then served us lunchThere was a good selection of lunch items and also a daily special The special seemed to be very popular with the locals Our meals were excellentWe would stop here next chance we get

Susan Carrott

The Mother’s Day brunch/lunch today was absolutely delicious! The roast beef was perfect and so many great sides They had two other meat selections, several salads, three choices of potatos and green bean casserole They also had several breakfast choices

(I chose lunch) The desserts our table tried were also delicious! The fresh strawberry shortcake was a hit with homemade whipped cream Two thumbs up for this delicious meal!

3. Best Western Holiday Lodge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off Interstate 35, this relaxed hotel is 2 miles from both the lakeside Surf Ballroom and Museum and Mason City Municipal Airport, and 4 miles from Clear Lake State Park.The casual rooms come with complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and full-size fridges with ice makers. Upgraded rooms add microwaves and/or separate sitting areas. Children 17 and under stay at no cost with an adult.Freebies include a continental breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle and parking. An Irish-themed restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Other amenities include a bar, a heated indoor pool, a hot tub and a business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have refrigerators
  • 3 min drive to Central Gardens of North Iowa
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the Irish-themed restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “a pillow” 16 times
  • The hotel has a boutique store
  • Guests praised the indoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Laurie Brown

I travel for work, and stay in hotels a lot It was so nice to be greeted by Kasey after a long day She was very welcoming, but what I appreciate the most was the great explanation of their services

I feel like it is often skipped over, and I don’t worry about it because I am familiar with many, but she shared information I wasn’t aware of – breakfast to go, rewards, etc She made sure I was enrolled in the rewards Also, the room was so quiet – something I don’t find often enough Bed was comfy, and all was good! I asked for her name on my way out because I rarely do reviews, but wanted to make sure she was recognize because I felt she went above and beyond, and it was very much appreciated

Ryan Huffman

Cannot say enough about the staff, they were great Amazing for every single encounterBuilding on the other hand

Old, dated, cards won’t work if you have them anywhere near a cellphone, shower drain is plugged, bathroom door won’t shut, etcStaff made it worth the money, not the building But the room smelt good, it was clean, and it looks like the staff actually care Just fix that old place up

Liv

Pet friendly rooms with access straight from your room to an outdoor area for dogs to go out when they need to Reasonably priced Good breakfast selection

Comfortable pillows, comfortable bedsOnly complaint was the water in the shower never got very warm

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mason City, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

An 8-minute drive from both the I-35 and Mason City Airport, this contemporary lodging is also 3.1 miles from Downtown Mason City.Straightforward rooms come with flat-screen TVs and desks, plus minifridges, microwaves and premium cable channels. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult and there’s free WiFi in every room, as well as a choice of hard and soft pillows. Suites add separate living spaces with pull-out sofas and kitchenettes.The facility also offers a free breakfast bar and an indoor pool and a saline whirlpool, plus a 24-hour business center and free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have TVs
  • The rooms have microwaves
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 8 min drive to Prairie Land Trailhead
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned beds 16 times
  • The fitness center has free weights and treadmills

Feedback From Real Customers

Karrie Keehart

We have an extended stay at this hotel while we look for a home to relocate to First, the manager Crystal She’s awesome and kind

Hospitality schools across America should have their students shadow her No joke She’s gone above and beyond with helpfulness without making it look like it hurts We are staying in a suite and it’s huge and very clean The toiletries and other room essentials are great The value is really good for everything we’ve received here

Corey Helland

We were in town for a wedding and stayed one night at the Holiday Inn Service was on par with other hotels, but 2 things really set this place a part for us:1) Shower water pressure Hands down, the BEST water pressure I’ve ever experienced in a hotel2) Complimentary breakfast

These guys really knocked it outta the park Recommend you stay here!!

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 1 mile off Interstate 35, this laid-back hotel in an area with fast-food eateries is 2 miles from both City Beach Park along Clear Lake and the Central Gardens of North Iowa.Warm, unassuming rooms come with Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs. Suites feature living areas with pull-out sofas.Amenities include an indoor pool and a hot tub. There’s a coin-operated laundry. Pets are welcome. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
  • 6 min drive to Central Gardens of North Iowa
  • 6 min drive to Mason City Municipal Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “waffles” 12 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Cindy Findlay

The 2 stars are for the beds being comfortable but the bathroom is a different story Old dirty tiles and mold Nowhere to put your shampoo or soap

Beds were full size in our room but compfy for pet friendly room So we slept separately The breakfast was really good tho They need to do some remodeling in their bathrooms but otherwise it was good

PJ

Nice location basically on the dead end of a street so it is quiet with plenty of parking and plenty of places to eat and bars that are close They have a awesome breakfast included and everything was very neat and clean and the staff was super friendly and polite And you also get access to a awesome gym with a Smoothie Bar to go and work out

Mike Kimmel

The staff here are horrible and treated my wife and I as if we were intruders not guests The manager Stephanie Castillo was condescending and enjoyed the fact that one of the housekeepers was yelling at us to get out of our room and acted like they had people waiting to check into our room at 11:10AM The whole experience was a terrible way to start our day

I am still in shock at the treatment we deserved and their over confidence in the fact that they could do and say anything that they wanted to us without any concern or fear of jeopardizing their jobs, ESPECIALLY the smug manager Stephani Castillo She was basically saying “F you, I can do anything that I want to you, and there is nothing you can do about it” She was taunting and really enjoying seeing my wife upset after being accosted by the housekeeping creature who was frightening before she started banging on the door yelling and screaming like a wild animal These people do not deserve jobs, and they have no business dealing with the guests We were in our vehicle with all of our luggage before 11:20 I don’t care if the place is booked full, check in is at 3 pm, there is no excuse for their actions and appalling treatment Go elsewhere, we will never book a room there again

6. Lakeside Inn (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 1603 S Shore Dr #2720, Clear Lake, IA 50428
  • Phone: (641) 244-3004
  • Ratings: 4.3 (150 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Lakeside Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Lakeside hotel with a dock & a restaurant/bar, plus complimentary coffee & Wi-Fi.

About this hotel

Set on Clear Lake, this low-key hotel is 1.4 miles from the Clear Lake Fire Museum and 6.2 miles from McIntosh Woods State Park.Casual, lakeside rooms have flat-screen TVs, minifridges and pillow-top mattresses; some feature whirlpool tubs, patios or balconies.Wi-Fi and coffee in the lobby are complimentary. Boat hoists are available for a fee. There’s also a relaxed lakefront restaurant/bar and a dock.

Things You Need to Know

  • 2 min drive to Clear Lake State Park
  • 9 min drive to Mason City Municipal Airport
  • Guests mentioned restaurants 19 times
  • Guests mentioned beds 18 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Eddy Ruzga

We stopped here on a cross-country move and it was such a nice area! Great little hotel with amazing views, kind staff, and nicely renovated rooms It was so nice to enjoy our coffee outside and watch the regatta out on the lakeWe came on a Sunday night and the restaurant was closed both Sunday night and all day Monday but it looked like a fun spot (and pro tip: IowaEatz delivers for free to the hotel)

If you want to buy snacks or drinks from the lobby, be sure to get them before 8pm as the desk isn’t staffed overnight If I’m being picky, a couple extra towels and a bath mat would be nice in the bathroomAlso worth mentioning we had a 26 ft Uhaul towing a car hauler and Clear Lake Boats was super chill about letting us park in the boat trailer parking area overnight so we had plenty of space Overall, great stop for a relaxing stay and we’d come back!

Nancy Edwards

Stayed here for a quick weekend We went to a concert at the SurfBallroom and choose the Inn because it was on the water It exceeded our expectations! Great room, comfy bed, lovely bathroom with a good shower

It is right on the water The Front desk staff was great and super helpfulWe will definitely choose to stay here again

Forrest Gerst

Location and views are great Rooms are updated and aesthetically pleasing while still functional Walls are paper thin, could hear everything going on next door and the hallway

An adjacent room threw a rager of a party until well past 3 AM and it was like I was in their room with them! No staff on site at the front desk after 8 PM, so it’s not easy to make a complaint Good thing I’m a heavy sleeper, I suppose

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Near Highway 18 and Interstate 35, this unassuming hotel in a 2-story brick-and-stucco property is 1.9 miles from North Iowa Mercy Health Center West Campus and 8.5 miles from Clear Lake.All rooms and suites include en suite bathrooms with showers and tubs, plus free WiFi, TVs, desks and easy chairs. Some rooms have microwaves, minifridges, wet bars and/or tea and coffeemakers. Suites with in-room whirlpool tubs are also available. Kids 17 and under stay free with a paying adult.A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is provided. There’s a hot tub and free parking for RVs and buses.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have refrigerators
  • 7 min drive to Music Man Square
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are unclean
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 82 min drive to Waterloo Regional Airport
  • Guests mentioned “a pillow” 12 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Shelley Weis

I had a reservation for one night, I was in room 117 When I got there the carpet was wet and very sticky You need your shoes on as your socks get wet without them

The carpet needs to be replaced, it’s disgusting! My feet got wet when I went to the bathroom in the middle of the night Then when I got up the next morning the alarm clock was blinking and the microwave had no time on it I went down to the main desk to tell the woman at the desk When I told her I got no apology and a crabby answer when I asked what happened “I don’t know The whole building lost power!” She was very rude and unprofessional I won’t be staying there again

Steven Thomas

We actually stayed one night on the trip to our final destination and one night on our way back homeBeds both times were comfortable, but the air conditioner in the first room seemed better than that in the second room The second room was on the ground floor while the first room was on the second floor

The second room seemed humid

Mrs. Morgan

Really nice , quiet, and safe Great Management very sweet and professional,hubby & I drove down from Seattle WA trying to get back home to Florida, the only thing was ,we had a room with only AC No Heat in Rm#131 during April 2022 ,it was still cold,we were so tired it didn’t even matter the woman at the front desk tried to tell me how to work it but like I stated it didn’t matter anymore lol , they offer Continental Breakfast ,we couldn’t stay however it smelled so good Price $76 plus tax Not bad at all! Totally Recommend 👍

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Mason City (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This straightforward budget hotel is a 9-minute walk from the North Iowa Events Center, 2.7 miles from downtown Mason City and a 14-minute drive from the Surf Ballroom and Buddy Holly Museum.All rooms include en suite bathrooms and flat-screen TVs with premium cable or satellite channels. Suites add microwaves and minifridges, and some have whirlpool tubs. There’s free WiFi in every room and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.Amenities include a complimentary continental breakfast served in a casual dining area, an indoor heated pool, a hot tub and a business center, as well as a guest laundry and free truck/bus parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • 8 min drive to Music Man Square
  • 82 min drive to Waterloo Regional Airport
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are unclean
  • Guests mentioned beds 21 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Keith Faber

You get what you pay for and at this level this place is about what youd expectStaff is friendly and management seems to care about the facilities with a good continental breakfast and ok-looking poolThe rooms need work, though on par with my low expectations

Sticky stained carpets, dirty (with food mess stuck) office chair and an overall not clean feel Like being in a fast food restaurant right after a family of 5 people finished eatingI just about decided to head back to the Twin Cities at 10pm to avoid sleeping here Dated properties are fine but I felt dirtyThe bed was comfortable though and I didn’t see bugs or anything alarming so that was goodI wish you weren’t relegated to smoking rooms by booking online through other websites but they’re trying to drive their businessOverall it is what it is and worked for a place to lay my head during Ragbrai

Ryan Alitz

Worst customer service ever!!! The front desk guy was rude!!! Had a birthday party there for my kids and he kicked us out of the pool cause he said other people wanted to use it and an hour went by and the pool was empty!!! Got up the next morning and my 7 year old and i had went down for breakfast and she was playing with her party horn at 930 in the morning and she blew it once and he told us we needed to check out and leave!!! Kids also asked to go swimming after breakfast and he told them they couldnt even though checkout wasnt till 11!!! And our tv didnt work in our room!!Very rude and unprofessional i will never go back!!!

9. Deer Valley Lodge

About this hotel

2387 242nd St, Ventura, IA 50482(641) 829-4433

Things You Need to Know

  • 6 min drive to McIntosh Woods State Park
  • 16 min drive to Mason City Municipal Airport

Feedback From Real Customers

Todd P

This is the best camping facility in the area, if not the entire country It has access to Clear lake, and has the longest dock on the lake There is also a nice swimming pool and playground

For those who don’t have a camper, you can rent nice rooms in the lodge The staff is very friendly, but also enforces rules to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable and safe experience

10. Quality Inn & Suites (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 410 5th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
  • Phone: (641) 243-4222
  • Ratings: 4.0 (235 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Quality Inn & Suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Laid-back hotel offering relaxed rooms & suites, as well as free breakfast & parking.

About this hotel

Set 3 blocks from Highway 65, this relaxed hotel is a 9-minute walk from The Music Man Square and a 14-minute walk from the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum.Casual rooms offer free Wi-Fi, TVs and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms feature microwaves, minifridges and whirlpool tubs. Suites add living rooms with pull-out sofas.Parking and hot breakfast are free. Pets are welcome for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms
  • Walking distance to Mason City Parks & Recreation and Music Man Square
  • 80 min drive to Waterloo Regional Airport
  • Guests praised the service

Feedback From Real Customers

Mewmew1213 !

Hotel needs updating I got the king suite w/jacuzzi and there are some things that need maintenance done

When you turn the sink on high it comes out of the handle, toilet moves when getting off, and the shower faucet wigglesRoom seems dark because the super dark red paint Walls have scuff & dirt Marks all over This is also present in the hallways Carpet felt & looked awfulBreakfast area needs the trim near the floor to be reattached to the wall You can see it peeling away and visibly see the white glue dotsBed was super comfy and clean and the water pressure / quality was great Breakfast was good and service was also goodI feel like if they renovated it would be beneficial to the hotel

Rhiannon Combs

Rooms are in need of updating and repairs Ceiling falling off in the bathroom If you set air any lower than 75 it will get very humid in the room and everything will feel damp

Front desk told us that’s just how these units work No place for for guests to throw trash or cigarette butts out We were told to “throw them in the sewer drain” The front door area has cigarette butts everywhere Not enough parking in front of the building for all guests to park in a well lit area Would not recommend thus hotel unless it’s the last place in all of North Iowa We were never greeted upon arrival or anytime we left or returned for the day

Nancy Litch

The staff are very friendly Samantha is so nice and helpful If you ask a question, or need something she is quick to help

I asked where I could do laundry, and she escorted me to the washer and dryer and then got change for me She is also proactive in restocking during the breakfast serviceThe accommodations are OK, it’s old and needs updating We have a 1 bedroom suite and the bathroom is large, with an old and very deep jacuzzi tub It’s difficult to get into it’s so deep

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mason City, IA (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Route 18, this relaxed hotel is 3 miles from The Music Man Square museum, and 7 miles from the Surf Ballroom and Museum.The informal rooms come with tea and coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves, plus flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Suites add sitting areas or living rooms with pull-out sofas, some include whirlpool tubs. Children 18 and younger stay free in the same room as an adult.A breakfast buffet and parking are complimentary. Other amenities include a heated indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center, as well as a business center, a lending library and guest laundry facilities.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have microwaves and refrigerators
  • 6 min drive to Kinney Pioneer Museum
  • 81 min drive to Waterloo Regional Airport
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and treadmills
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Jen Shaffer

I wanted to give this place 5 stars, but it was so terribly noisy We were given a room next to the lobby, across from the breakfast area and immediately next to the ice machine and vending machine The property was not full, so there could have been quieter rooms

I tried to go to bed at 10 because I had to get up at 630am for an all day event There was a men’s hockey team partying loudly in the breakfast area across from our room I assumed once it was a little later, the front desk would ask them to stop screaming I finally called the desk at midnight and said there was yelling outside my room and I couldn’t sleep and he responded, “Yeah, there are people hanging out down here” He then did offer to ask them to be quieter Asking them to quiet down before midnight would have been helpful They did quiet down somewhat, but were still loud After they left, the staff spent the rest of the night likely cleaning up after them and loudly pushing furniture in the breakfast area around on the tileAround 4am a couple was at the ice machine outside our door loudly swearing at each otherThe noise continued all night I slept maybe 2 hours total the whole night It was an awful, awful night with a horrible, exhausted day the next day with my 9 hour business eventPros- Our room was clean, staff was nice and we really enjoyed the pool The breakfast the next day was really nice The shower was really nice and newCons- The hot tub was empty and the pillows in the room are the size of throw pillows There were no towel bars in the bathroom to hang your towels or other hooks besides the one on the back of the door

Scott Peterson

If I could give this hotel 5 negative stars I would The room was clean and the building was nice My issue was with the children of another guest

They were running around the pool and screaming My 3yr old daughter was terrified They were asked to stop and continued to do it They were racing up and down the halls while slamming on room doors until midnight They also made vulgar comments towards my older daughtersThey next morning their behavior continued The front desk said they would talk to them multiple times and nothing changed When we left we had a note on our door with more profanity and even threats if violence toward my family I am sorry disappointed in the staff for not taking care of this effectively We can’t be the only guest that made complaints This was such a disappointment and I will never stay at this hotel again!

travis dunbar

We stay there once a year for my daughters birthday party, have had different rooms and none of which the bathroom doors close gaps around all doors, which is annoying but also whatever They might as well fill the hot tub in with concrete and take it off there advertisement as it has yet to work in the last year if it has, then it keeps breaking The rooms are clean and the beds are so so if you want full size pillows bring your own as they provide you with four fluffy throw pillows

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