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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

12 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

JoVan

₩103,336

₩115,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A swimming pool with a sun terrace, a seating area, and a door.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

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

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

11.3 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brittany

₩184,430

₩203,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with stools and a high table.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table, leather seating, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a telephone, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

11 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Arnald

₩168,161

₩185,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A conference room with rows of chairs, a podium, and a television on a stand.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

12.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Jennifer

₩103,501

₩115,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large painting of a lighthouse and pier on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard stand.

A gym with cardio machines, a mirror, and a sign with rules.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden beams, a reception desk, and a large framed picture on the wall.

5. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

11.4 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Lujean

₩99,096

₩110,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade and a sign reading "My Place Hotel".

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

12.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

₩140,332

₩155,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor water play area with a slide, a playhouse, and a pool.

A spacious room with a fireplace, dining table, and chairs.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, a geometric patterned wall, and a small shelf with various items.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a fireplace, and a staircase.

7. Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

12.6 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brian

₩139,217

₩154,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

The exterior of Mustangs Bar & Grill with a neon sign and horse decorations.

A group of people toasting with drinks in a bar setting with a sports event on the TV.

A large industrial building with a parking lot and a gas station in the foreground.

A compact bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a small table with a chair.

8. Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

17 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

mike

₩99,083

₩112,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a computer station, and a decorative wall with a stone accent.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a stone accent wall, and a variety of framed artwork on the walls.

An indoor swimming pool with a slide, surrounded by tables and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

6.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brian

₩105,304

₩122,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a dining set.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There is a counter with food items and a coffee machine.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a stone accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a phone.

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

10. Econo Lodge Watertown

9.6 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Thomas

₩83,681

₩93,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A reception area with a stone pillar, wooden wall, two leather chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

Two cardboard boxes labeled 'Pickleball Net' leaning against a wall in a hallway with wooden flooring.

A sign for a Super 8 motel with a pool and spa, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, seating, and a pool.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

8.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

GREGORY

₩105,978

₩117,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 271 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown	9.4 Exceptional 411 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena	9.2 Wonderful 473 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Pelican Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We had a really good experience. Good clean room, good bed. Had a really good breakfast"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

8/10 Good

"Overall our stay was good the room we were in could use a little better cleaning"

Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

10/10 Excellent

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Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

8/10 Good

"Good, clean and quiet"

Pet-friendly Watertown Home ~ 1 Mi to Downtown!

8/10 Good

"The only things I would suggest is to have railings put on for going to basement for laundry, and maybe put a fence so that people likes us with our dog or people with small children can let them out safely. The park just down the street is great. It was great to stay there and will keep it mind for next year when we go up there."

Other attractions near Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Bramble Park Zoo

9.2/10 (35 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who live at Bramble Park Zoo during your vacation in Watertown? Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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A sunset over a lake with a water tower and residential area.

Lake Kampeska

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Kampeska during your travels in Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Sandy Shore Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Sandy Shore Recreation Area during your travels to Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Codington County Extension

Codington County Extension is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Cattail Crossing Golf Course

8.2/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Watertown at Cattail Crossing Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Watertown Family Aquatic Center

9.0/10 (13 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Watertown with a visit to Watertown Family Aquatic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Riverside Park

8.6/10 (13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Watertown. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Glacial Lakes Distillery

You can take time to visit Glacial Lakes Distillery during your travels to Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

Pelican Lake Recreation Area is located in Watertown. Travelers like the surrounding area for its shopping. You'll find 22 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Pelican Lake Recreation Area. Another good option is Travel Inn, located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Pelican Lake Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pelican Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Pelican Lake Recreation Area.

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

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1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD