The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Ponderosa in Montezuma for 2026

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Our top choices for Lake Ponderosa hotels

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

17.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

Steven

₩154,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

18 km from Lake Ponderosa

Irina

₩149,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

3. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

20.9 km from Lake Ponderosa

"A unique property — a boutique hotel converted from a 1921 junior high school. Large spacious rooms with 15 foot vaulted ceilings. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and non-intrusive. It's central, just a couple of blocks away from Broad street and Main street. There's free self parking on the street outside the hotel, and it's a 12 minute walk or a 5 minute bike ride to Grinnell College (there are free-to-borrow bikes available in the hotel). Best hotel in and around Grinnell by a...

Oluwagbemiga

₩317,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

4. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

17.3 km from Lake Ponderosa

Sarah

₩120,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

An indoor swimming pool with checkered floor tiles, wooden walls, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

5. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

17.7 km from Lake Ponderosa

scott

₩86,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stainless steel sink, and wooden cabinetry.

6. Western Inn & Suites

17.5 km from Lake Ponderosa

Alan

₩106,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Ponderosa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 994 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 621 reviews	View
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 422 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 628 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University	2.5 star property	7.2 Good 702 reviews	View

Top Lake Ponderosa Hotel Reviews

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean with large rooms and wide hallways. It is in a shared parking lot with a gas station which has bright lights, it wasn’t an issue as we were on the back and they seemed to have good curtains. The breakfast area (/bar?) has big windows and a lovely view."

Hotel O

10/10 Excellent

"First of all this is an older building and it is in need of repair. And it offers a discounted price to compensate for this. Don't let the outward appearance discourage you. I stayed 5 nights. The location is just out of town and is a safe location to stay in. The room I had was very clean. The bedding, furniture, towels were in very good condition. They looked new. The AC worked very well, and the refrigerator was good sized and cold. You could set the thermostat where you wanted it. The bathroom was small, but it had a hot shower and a tub. Not a turned down water heater to save money like hotels costing 5 times their price! It had a heat lamp in the ceiling, plus a separate exhaust fan. I never heard any of the other guests while in my room , and there was no partying of any kind going on that I noticed. The people at the desk and the maids were fantastic, friendly, and helpful, and made me feel like they appreciated me using their hotel. They were "kind" people if you care about that. I will be staying in this hotel for all my visits in the future to Oskaloosa, IA. It's about a 3 minute ride to be right in the city where the restaurants and shops are. Oskaloosa is a great mid-sized midwestern town with lots of goods and services. The people who were staying in the hotel were driving mostly new cars. They were dressed nicely and were a friendly bunch. There is also a security person on site. Jeff Anderson"

Other attractions near Lake Ponderosa

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 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 traveler 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 Western Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels are there near Lake Ponderosa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations 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 fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Lake Ponderosa.

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

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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80