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A spacious lobby with modern chairs, a long reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple seating options, and a digital menu display.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with skylights.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

9.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Patrick

₩147,106

₩164,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard stand, and a changing room with towels.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a stone pillar.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

Leann

₩135,703

₩151,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and dining setup.

A modern building with a large dome structure and a curved glass facade.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

3. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Teisha

₩130,913

₩146,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large arched windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a built-in fireplace, blue cabinets, and a flat-screen TV above the mantel.

A Country Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A spacious living area with a chandelier, a sofa, a chair, and a desk with a lamp. There is a staircase with a railing leading to an upper level.

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

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Michelle

₩107,799

₩120,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern bar area with high glass windows, red bar stools, and a seating area with grey upholstered sofas.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door with a keypad lock.

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a prominent sign, and a pedestrian bridge.

5. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Lynda

₩140,492

₩158,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of bowls and utensils on the counter.

A Cobblestone Inn & Suites building with a modern brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A lobby with a brown sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a telephone.

6. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

19.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Rodney

₩205,251

₩229,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, multiple lounge chairs, and a clear pool area.

A breakfast area with a stone wall, wooden tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a sign for Daybreak Breakfast.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18.4 km from Big Woods Lake

DONALD

₩91,229

₩102,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A Holiday Inn Express building with a large illuminated sign, parking area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a large screen, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a framed artwork on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

8. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

Melissa

₩143,551

₩165,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.

A wooden bed with a headboard, a wooden door, and a patterned carpet.

A staircase with a wooden railing, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

A large, historic house with a porch decorated with string lights and a sign advertising bed and breakfast services.

9. The Weis Mansion

10 km from Big Woods Lake

Cindy

₩105,651

₩118,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern interior with a glass ceiling, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs, a brick wall, and a high ceiling with visible structural beams and lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, a brick accent wall, a large window, and a modern design.

10. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Bruce

₩158,201

₩178,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a tiled floor.

A waffle maker with instructions, a waffle maker, a syrup dispenser, and a cash box.

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a door.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

9.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Mike

₩116,880

₩130,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with a large parking lot, a well-lit entrance, and a prominent hotel sign.

A restaurant interior with a brick wall, bar area, and multiple seating options.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and a bar area with multiple screens.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

12. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

15.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Dorothy

₩107,462

₩138,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, surrounded by seating areas and a reception desk.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

13.5 km from Big Woods Lake

John

₩106,908

₩121,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with stone fire tables, wicker chairs, and a pergola with string lights.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a store.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

8.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Christy

₩141,914

₩158,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various appliances like a coffee maker and toaster.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, tiled floor, and a pool ladder.

15. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Raunak

₩84,919

₩95,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with a counter, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a sign that reads 'Quality.'

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a water dispenser.

16. Quality Inn Waverly

16.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Cheryl

₩123,964

₩138,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a sunset painting above the bed.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, a rowing machine, and a weight bench.

A modern lounge area with blue patterned sofas, a glass partition, and a blue brick wall.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a white countertop, and a blue door. There are two refrigerators, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

17. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

13.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Betty

₩90,088

₩100,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, green chairs, and a lifeguard stand.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a black dining table, wooden chairs, and a kitchen counter with various appliances and storage.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

A compact living area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a window with curtains.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

9.8 km from Big Woods Lake

Melissa

₩85,527

₩95,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with a textured design.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking lot in front.

A reception area with a reception desk, a door, framed certificates on the wall, and a patterned floor.

19. Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels - Waterloo/Cedar Falls

13.2 km from Big Woods Lake

Brooke

₩72,892

₩81,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large wooden desk, a television, a sofa, and a dining table.

A lobby with a reception desk, wooden cabinets, and two red chairs.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV in the corner.

20. Suburban Studios Waterloo

13.6 km from Big Woods Lake

Jeff

₩93,912

₩105,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Woods Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls	8.8 Excellent 587 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls	9.2 Wonderful 424 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA	8.6 Excellent 98 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls	8.6 Excellent 584 reviews	View

Top Big Woods Lake Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean. I did notice that my refrigerator was leaking and I let the front desk know. The hot tub and pool hit the spot after a long day of working."

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent

"No microwave. Spacious room. Would definitely stay again."

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Rooms were excellent, breakfast was fabulous... Except for the coffee. It was so strong it could have been used as a rust remover. No half and half either, only flavored non dairy creamer"

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"It was fine other than the bed bug bites."

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed our stay except the hot tub and water features in the pool were not working which was why we chose this specific hotel. Breakfast were great and rooms were clean."

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms. Friendly staff. 10/10. Would definitely recommend."

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"nice room friendly staff. grab and go breakfast. no elevators"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

8/10 Good

"We stayed in the handicap accessible room, as we wanted a king bed and that was all that was available. The room must not be used much because it smelled musty and the sheer curtains were torn alot! Also, the shower did not drain well and water was everywhere. However, the shower had hot water and the water had a lot of pressure, and breakfast was very good!"

Other attractions near Big Woods Lake

An aerial view of a forested area with a lake.

Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

7.8/10 (44 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Cedar Falls. Experience the entertainment venues or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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A display of snacks and a wall decorated with vinyl records.

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

9.4/10 (156 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cedar Falls Community Main Street during your stay in Cedar Falls. Discover the area's waterfalls and restaurants.

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Cedar Falls Community Theatre

6.8/10 (20 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Cedar Falls Community Theatre on your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Ice House Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ice House Museum during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Riverview Conference Center

Learn about the events happening at Riverview Conference Center during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Hearst Center for the Arts

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hearst Center for the Arts during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Woods Lake?

Big Woods Lake is located in Cedar Falls. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. You'll find 68 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Big Woods Lake?

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 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Big Woods Lake. Other good choices within 5 miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA and Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Big Woods Lake?

Expedia has 68 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Big Woods Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Woods Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Big Woods Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Big Woods Lake?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Big Woods Lake, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Big Woods Lake?

You can enjoy live performances at McLeod Center and Cedar Falls Community Theatre. Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Hearst Center for the Arts, and Falls Aquatic Center are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Stopping by UNI-Dome, George Wyth Memorial State Park, or Pheasant Ridge Golf Course is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for Big Woods Lake hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

3. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

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

5. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

6. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

8. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

9. The Weis Mansion

10. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

12. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

14. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

15. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

16. Quality Inn Waverly

17. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

19. Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels - Waterloo/Cedar Falls

20. Suburban Studios Waterloo

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Top Big Woods Lake Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Other attractions near Big Woods Lake

Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

Cedar Falls Community Theatre

Ice House Museum

Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

Riverview Conference Center

Hearst Center for the Arts

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