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Top 10 Hotels Near Lower Gar State Recreation Area

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Okoboji Inn & Suites

Okoboji Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
1.8 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (516)
"Friendly staff, clean room"
United States
Jill
The price is RM492
RM551 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Okoboji Inn & Suites
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 star property
1.3 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (218)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is RM389
RM435 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Waterslide
Bridges Bay Resort

Bridges Bay Resort

3.5 star property
1.8 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (637)
"Easy check in, clean room, comfy bed"
United States
Keaton
The price is RM408
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Bridges Bay Resort
Exterior
The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only

3.5 star property
4.8 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (221)
"Beautiful building. Great room. Wonderful breakfast. Pleasant grounds. Very friendly and helpful owners."
United States
Jon
The Oakwood Inn Okoboji - Adults Only
Property entrance
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

2.5 star property
3.5 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (570)
"Great location, friendly staff, easy process"
United States
Colin
The price is RM383
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
Lunch and dinner served
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

3.0 star property
3.3 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (891)
"Nice place to stay and the pizza place is good"
United States
Jeff
The price is RM368
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2.0 star property
7.2 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (578)
"Staff was friendly. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable. "
United States
Pamela
The price is RM238
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Lobby
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2.0 star property
7.2 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (198)
"Our room was clean. Hot shower, comfortable bed, and other amenities made it a good stay for us. Management was friendly and hospitable. "
United States
Patricia
The price is RM294
RM324 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Northland Inn Motel

Northland Inn Motel

2.5 star property
9.4 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (131)
"Excellent motel to stay at, great location and friendly people!"
United States
Willem
The price is RM470
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Northland Inn Motel
Indoor pool
Rodeway Inn Milford

Rodeway Inn Milford

2.0 star property
3.8 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (290)
"Stayed several nights. One day, no house cleaning at all. The rest of the days were good."
United States
Joyce
The price is RM349
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Rodeway Inn Milford
Indoor pool
Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

2.5 star property
7.4 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (638)
"All nice and excellent hotel for a night. "
United States
Adonis Vincent
The price is RM288
RM317 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Lake
Village West Resort & Hotel

Village West Resort & Hotel

2.5 star property
6.3 km from Lower Gar State Recreation Area
6.0 out of 10, (173)
"Our room was really nice. The setting is beautiful. "
United States
Terri
The price is RM413
RM455 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Village West Resort & Hotel
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Hotels near other Lower Gar State Recreation Area attractions

Arnold's Park is a tourist Town on the shores of Lake Okoboji

Arnolds Park

4.6/5 (173 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Arnolds Park, a lovely green space in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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The Legend, one of the oldest running roller coasters in the world and designed by the famous John Miller. #rollercoaster #iowa #amusementpark
Photo by Erik Rowley
Open Photo by Erik Rowley

Arnolds Park Amusement Park

Bring the family to Arnolds Park Amusement Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Arnolds Park. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lower Gar State Recreation Area?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lower Gar State Recreation Area, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 46 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Lower Gar State Recreation Area?
The Inn Hotel Lake Okoboji, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 beach bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lower Gar State Recreation Area. Other good options within a few miles include Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center and Bridges Bay Resort.
How many hotels will I find near Lower Gar State Recreation Area?
Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lower Gar State Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lower Gar State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Lower Gar State Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Lower Gar State Recreation Area?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum and Higgins Museum. Arnolds Park Amusement Park, 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and Ranch Okoboji are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Enjoy nature at Arnolds Park, East Okoboji Lake or West Okoboji Lake.