The Best Hotels Closest to Grinnell College in Grinnell for 2026

Our top choices for Grinnell College hotels

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

0.5 km from Grinnell College

William

₩426,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 8 - Jul 9

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

4.3 km from Grinnell College

William

₩158,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

4.2 km from Grinnell College

George

₩151,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Western Inn & Suites

5 km from Grinnell College

Kacy

₩92,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

4.6 km from Grinnell College

Varice

₩102,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars) | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

5.1 km from Grinnell College

Cyndi

₩152,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Grinnell College

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 399 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 927 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	2.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 541 reviews	View
Western Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	8.0 Very Good 45 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	2.5 star property	7.2 Good 662 reviews	View

Top Grinnell College Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean place for family staying there.very comfortable bed and pillow, hot breakfast was wonderful. And good size very clean pool and hot tub for kids and adults.I will definitely come back and visit again when I am passing through there."

Hotels near other Grinnell College attractions

Central Park

8.8/10 (50 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grinnell College?

Grinnell College is located in an area of Grinnell that travelers like for its university setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Grinnell College?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grinnell College. Other good options within 5 miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Grinnell College?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Grinnell College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grinnell College, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Grinnell College.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Grinnell College?

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

What can I see and do near Grinnell College?

Be sure to get some family photos at Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center, and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center while you're out sightseeing near Grinnell College. At Central Park, Arbor Lake, and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve, take some time to really appreciate nature. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Grinnell Historical Museum and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank.

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Our top choices for Grinnell College hotels

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel