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Our top choices for Lake Ponderosa hotels

Indoor pool, pool loungers
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
2.5 star property
17.9 km from Lake Ponderosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (876)
"The room was spotless and the staff were exceptional."
United States
Barrieann
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
Exterior
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80
2.5 star property
18 km from Lake Ponderosa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (472)
"Very friendly staff, nice clean rooms"
United States
Angela
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80
Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell
2.5 star property
17.3 km from Lake Ponderosa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (546)
"Value-oriented hotel, very well-run. Breakfast was good, room was clean, bed was very comfortable. Would stay again."
United States
Tracy
The price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell
Indoor pool
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University
2.5 star property
17.7 km from Lake Ponderosa
7.2 out of 10, Good, (634)
"Great stay for a reasonable price. Staff was super friendly and attentive. Hotel was overall very clean and we would definitely stay here again "
United States
Eric
The price is S$77
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University
Front of property – evening/night
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.5 star property
20.9 km from Lake Ponderosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"All was great until the snow removal was done at around 6am on a Sunday. I was in the 3rd floor, but the snow blower was so loud that it felt like it was right outside the door. I understand that snow removal needs to be done, but 6am on a Sunday at a hotel is very inconvenient when your guests are trying to sleep. "
United States
Austin
The price is S$315
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Indoor pool
Western Inn & Suites

Western Inn & Suites

Western Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Lake Ponderosa
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"Perfect spot for those on a budget. Amazing, friendly staff. Highly recommend."
United States
Ryan
The price is S$93
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Western Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Lake Ponderosa Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff, nice clean rooms"
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Hotels near other Lake Ponderosa attractions

Central Park

4.5/5 (30 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Central Park, a lovely green space in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.
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Fun Valley Ski Area

3.6/5 (5 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Fun Valley Ski Area during your trip to Montezuma. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Ponderosa?
Lake Ponderosa is located in Montezuma. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Ponderosa?
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Lake Ponderosa. Other good options around the area include AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake Ponderosa?
Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Ponderosa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Ponderosa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake Ponderosa.