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Our top choices for Fort Defiance State Park hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden dresser, and a television on the wall.
A living room with patterned sofas, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, a staircase with a view, and a chandelier.
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a stone wall.
A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

1. Estherville Hotel & Suites

Estherville Hotel & Suites
4.2 km from Fort Defiance State Park
United States
William
S$149
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Estherville Hotel & Suites
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in coffee station, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of trees through the window.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
A laundry area with a sign indicating it's open 24 hours, a sink, and a washing machine.

2. Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville

Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville
4.2 km from Fort Defiance State Park
United States
Gregory
S$99
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville
A swimming pool area with multiple water slides, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake.
A brick oven pizza oven with a wooden pizza peel, a digital clock, and a neon sign above.
A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a visible pizza oven.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a high wooden ceiling.

3. Bridges Bay Resort

Bridges Bay Resort
20.2 km from Fort Defiance State Park
United States
Jennifer
S$155
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Bridges Bay Resort
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Top Fort Defiance State Park Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

8/10 Good
"Had presidential suite room. 2 rooms. Don't use pull out coach if you want to sleep. Not comfortable and if there are people in eating area late at night, it is noisy. Breakfast not great. Biscuits and gravy and waffle maker with some other small things."
Jon 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
Okoboji Inn & Suites

Okoboji Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"It was very nice. The only complaint was the sink backed up so it took awhile to drain."
Ron 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Okoboji Inn & Suites
The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Very beautiful and quiet property. Room was clean and breakfast was amazing!"
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

8/10 Good
"Clean room and comfortable beds"
Heather 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean, the ac unit was new, and the bed was comfy. Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
Alyssa 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Estherville Hotel & Suites

Estherville Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was great. Rooms clean"
William 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Estherville Hotel & Suites
Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

8/10 Good
"Room was clean and staff was very nice."
Marsha 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

8/10 Good
"Our room was nice and comfortable but I was disappointed the sofa had leather cushions that were extremely worn, leather split and thread bare areas."
Barbara 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville

Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville

8/10 Good
"The team was very friendly, but the motel is quite dated and in need of paint in rooms, holes patched, etc"
Margaret 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville

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8.6/10 (10 reviews)
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8.8/10 (12 reviews)
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Harlan Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harlan Beach during your trip to Spirit Lake? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Martha Yarns Memorial Beach

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Maple Oak Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Defiance State Park?
Fort Defiance State Park is located in Estherville. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Fort Defiance State Park?
Estherville Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fort Defiance State Park. Another good choice is Super 8 by Wyndham Estherville, located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Fort Defiance State Park?
Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Fort Defiance State Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Defiance State Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Fort Defiance State Park.