Top 10 Hotels Near Pelican Lake Recreation Area in Watertown for 2026

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

12 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Mark

RM294

RM328 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a sofa, and a patterned carpet.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a door with a window.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a small dining table.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, a television, and a seating area.

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

12.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Linda

RM307

RM342 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

3. My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

12.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Tim

RM347

RM385 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a metal ladder.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone pillar, and large windows.

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

A modern restaurant with high tables and orange chairs, a bar area, and a view through large windows.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

11.3 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brittany

RM547

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a patterned backsplash.

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

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

Stephen

RM246

RM276 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a beige exterior, stone accents, and a covered entrance area.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

11 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Jason

RM517

RM571 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

7. Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

12.6 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

grant

RM379

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

8. Econo Lodge Watertown

9.6 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Buster

RM229

RM257 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a small seating area.

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

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

6.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Patricia

RM313

RM365 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, a telephone, and a painting of a waterfall.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

8.1 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

GREGORY

RM254

RM284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a remote control, a lamp, and a wall-mounted picture.

A restaurant with wooden walls, tiled flooring, and tables with chairs.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

A reception area with a marble counter, a computer desk, a blue patterned ottoman, and a blue sofa.

11. Travel Inn

6.2 km from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Richard

RM306

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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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 1,002 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena	9.2 Wonderful 486 reviews	View
My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD	9.4 Exceptional 994 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 281 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Pelican Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

10/10 Excellent

"So many good things to say! Room was clean and well laid out. There was a really nice indoor pool and hot tub with a clean well maintained area. Great at the end of a long day or if you have kids. Hot breakfast was great, with lots of choices and variety changed somewhat daily, which was a nice and welcome surprise. Staff were pleasant and always helpful. Highly recommend and would stay there again."

AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

8/10 Good

"Only one negative was the other guests who just don't seem to understand that people in other rooms can hear you. At 2 am people are talking loudly in the hallways and having arguments. It would be helpful if staff could police this behavior."

Econo Lodge Watertown

8/10 Good

"It was good."

My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed the convenience of the location, parking and ease of access into the building. They offered free cookies and coffee and had a little grocery area that was helpful. Our room was large and accommodating and we love that it had a kitchen. They didn’t have pots, pans or utensils but I’m sure that we could have asked for them. The room darkening shades were great and the convenience of both a gas station as well as a McDonalds next door made finding what we needed to hit the road easy."

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

10/10 Excellent

"JoeAnne was excellent, handle problems and issues...very professional and helpful. She is the best. Absolutely stay again, staff very accommodating."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!!!! Clean, nice, modern, wonderful breakfast. Would stay here any time."

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were a bit dated but they are doing a multi million dollar renovation soon and will be beautiful when it is finished"

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 visit the native and exotic animals who live at Bramble Park Zoo during your travels 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 when you stop by 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. Travellers like the surrounding area for its shopping. You'll find 22 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 choice 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 accommodation options 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! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Pelican Lake Recreation Area.

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