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1. 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 S$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Black Hawk Hotel

2. 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, (727 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 S$199
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel, breakfast area is nice and and rooms are spacious and clean"
United States
Mary
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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 S$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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 S$152
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

6. 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 S$196
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Weis Mansion

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, (36 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was great"
United States
Kaitlyn
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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, (732 reviews)
"Good clean place to stay."
United States
Jim
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

9. 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, (556 reviews)
"Great place to stay with good food nearby."
United States
Brian
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10. 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 S$134
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

11. 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, (571 reviews)
"Clean room, great restaurant, excellent location. "
United States
Renee
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

12. 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, (618 reviews)
"Great staff. Nice rooms."
United States
Scott
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn 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, (532 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, good breakfast and available parking."
United States
LaTanya
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 S$129
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

15. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Alex
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

16. 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 S$82
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

17. 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 S$153
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

18. 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, (945 reviews)
"Very nice hotel that was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Lorelei
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

19. 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, (832 reviews)
"Great stay. Love the bed - super comfortable. Very clean hotel and nice staff."
United States
Betty
The price is S$98
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (598 reviews)
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United States
Ron
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls
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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
Front of property
The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
867 reviews
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View from room
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
727 reviews
View
Indoor pool
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
575 reviews
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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, take a look at the 18 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place 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 traveller 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 will I be able to find close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to 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.