10 Best Family Friendly Hotels in Grinnell for 2026

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A hotel dining area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A reception area with a stone wall, a desk, and a computer.

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Grinnell

RM385

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A living room with a fireplace, green walls, and a view through glass doors.

A wooden interior with a checkered floor, a pool, and benches.

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

2. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

Grinnell

RM253

RM284 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a granite countertop sink, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a window.

A large indoor pool with wooden walls and multiple windows.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a blue brick backsplash.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

Grinnell

Dive into affordable family adventures at AmericInn Grinnell, where the indoor pool and welcoming staff create unforgettable memories.

RM364

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a body of water and a grassy landscape.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting above the bed.

4. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Newton

RM467

RM523 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, and a staircase.

A Best Western Holiday Manor hotel with a large parking lot and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Family-friendly adventure with swimming and fitness features await at this Iowa hotel with plenty for kids to enjoy.

RM404

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a red floor and walls, with a ceiling featuring recessed lighting and a visible air vent.

A breakfast bar with a refrigerator, coffee machine, and beverage dispenser.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, beige armchairs, a patterned rug, and a staircase to the left.

6. Quality Inn Newton at I-80

Newton

Splash into family fun with breakfast included at this comfortable hotel, just minutes from Iowa Speedway's excitement.

RM220

RM247 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, seating area, and a wall-mounted sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and a blue and white tiled floor.

A hotel room with a sofa set, two armchairs, a small table, and a rug.

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

7. Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

Marshalltown

RM371

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by windows and potted plants.

A modern building with large windows and a curved facade, surrounded by landscaped flower beds.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a shower.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Marshalltown

Family-friendly stay features an indoor pool with supervised splash time, plus delicious free breakfast to fuel adventures.

RM403

RM451 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Grinnell Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay. Employees were helpful and attentive. Room clean, breakfast good!"

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

8/10 Good

"The facility was clean and in a very quiet location. The furniture was a bit worn in our room. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Best Western Holiday Manor

8/10 Good

"Room was ok very dark needs some modernising and up dating with all the technology need to update the plug ins for phones tablets etc. furniture is old and dated. Also encasing the mattress is a must these days. TV guide in room woukd be nice. The bed cover had seen better days all lumpy and bunched up from continual washing and drying..and extremely thin sheets. Breakfast was decent the lady running it is amazing"

Baymont by Wyndham Pella

10/10 Excellent

"A nice place to crash for the night in a quaint little town of Pella."

AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was awesome. Breakfast good."

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are always nice and updated! Staff is friendly and helpful. Always enjoy staying here when in town."

Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean! Staff were very nice also had a grab and go breakfast. Would definitely stay again!"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

8/10 Good

"Everything was fine except the water is so soft that it made the tub DANGEROUSLY slippery. Had to use extreme care in turning around in the shower. (And I am not a fall risk so it was definitely the soft water.)"

Designer Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Comfortable bed and room"

Frequently asked questions

What's Grinnell like for family-friendly holidays?

The destination of Grinnell is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. The entertainment, swimming spots and wildlife are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 49.7 mi (80 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Grinnell?

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Western Inn & Suites is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Grinnell?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Grinnell are January, November, February and April, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Grinnell?

While you are visiting Grinnell, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Grinnell Historical Museum and Laurel Library. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Bison Corral and Fun Valley Ski Area.

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1. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80