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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of a body of water.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a visible counter.

1. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

1.8 km from Big Woods Lake

Tascha

RM532

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign for Days Inn.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18.4 km from Big Woods Lake

Jerry

RM260

RM292 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 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.

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

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

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Jody

RM310

RM347 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 modern living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a blue patterned rug.

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

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

Amy

RM482

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 bar area with wooden bar counter and four bar stools. There are overhead lights, a television, and framed certificates on the wall.

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

19.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Jennifer

RM543

RM608 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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.

A restaurant with a long wooden bar, multiple tables, and chairs. There are hanging lights and a TV mounted on the wall.

6. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

15.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Monica

RM327

RM421 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a sign indicating 'The Weis Mansion Bed & Breakfast', and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

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

7. The Weis Mansion

10 km from Big Woods Lake

ColeJoElle

RM470

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a long sofa, and several colorful chairs.

A couple walking through an outdoor area with a modern building in the background.

A modern building with large windows and a well-maintained lawn with outdoor furniture.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign for Holiday Inn & Suites.

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

9.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Kenny

RM421

RM471 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A water park with a large inflatable slide, a waterfall feature, and a pool with lane markers.

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.

9. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Nicole

RM451

RM505 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel reception area with a counter, a refrigerator, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and a notice board.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

10. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

Carol

RM449

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a microwave.

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

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

11. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Jill

RM226

RM253 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and a blue wall. There are windows along one wall, a door, and a counter with a sink.

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

12. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

13.1 km from Big Woods Lake

RM250

RM280 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern office space with a desk, office chair, sofa, and a conference table.

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

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

13. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

9.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Caroline

RM448

RM501 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

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

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.

14. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Amanda

RM446

RM504 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

9.3 km from Big Woods Lake

JOSE

RM356

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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.

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

16. Quality Inn Waverly

16.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Terry

RM363

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with two armchairs, a small round table, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

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

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

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

13.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Joe

RM312

RM353 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

4.6 km from Big Woods Lake

Douglas

RM348

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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 reception area with a wooden wall, a black reception desk, a television, and a coffee station.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

9.8 km from Big Woods Lake

stacey

RM250

RM280 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, large arched windows, and wooden ceiling beams.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal serving trays.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

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

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

9.1 km from Big Woods Lake

LaTanya

RM433

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown 1.8 km from Big Woods Lake View	Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo 18.4 km from Big Woods Lake View	Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA 13.3 km from Big Woods Lake View	Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls 13.7 km from Big Woods Lake View	Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly 19.5 km from Big Woods Lake View
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Top Big Woods Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

10/10 Excellent

"This place is amazing whether it’s for business travel, family time or whatever the occasion, the pool and hot tub were clean and working and the area for kids was a nice addition, staff is always easy going and helpful and available.. cleaning staff is just as awesome!! Alison an amazing manager, raj is great and ray is awesome we love ray!! I’ve been to lots of hotels and this one is the best.. you can’t beat the price and you get more than what you pay for the breakfast is free and so much to choose from even picky eaters."

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"To our surprise parking was across the street, and we had to pay. The hotel was very strange but clean rooms and comfy beds."

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"A true hidden gem. Not what I expected in downtown, but it is clean, quiet and comfortable."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was ok. Bed was comfortable. Didn't like the squeeze bottles of soap and shampoo, etc."

Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Jennifer and Wendy at the front desk were so helpful and friendly. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the breakfast was also delicious!"

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Great room but one of the elevators was out of commission which made things a little slow."

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location of this hotel with access to jogging or walking paths as well as shopping and restaurants."

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff"

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Clean room and good price for our stay."

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 during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Riverview Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in 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 browsing the exhibits at 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 65 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, 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. It's located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Big Woods Lake. Other good options within 5 miles include The Black Hawk Hotel and Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Big Woods Lake?

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Big Woods Lake.

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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1. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

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

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

6. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

7. The Weis Mansion

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

9. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

10. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

11. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

12. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

13. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

14. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

16. Quality Inn Waverly

17. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Compare top hotels near Big Woods Lake

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

Top Big Woods Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

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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