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A historic hotel with a classic brick facade, multiple storefronts including a bar and a barber shop, and a fire escape on the right.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A kitchen with dark cabinetry, granite countertops, and a built-in dishwasher.

A hallway with a 'Mill Race' sign, a bookshelf, and two brown leather chairs.

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

1.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Yvonne

$121

$135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with a view of a river, a highway, and surrounding greenery.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a clock, and a view of the outdoors.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, and a wall with a 'Treats' sign.

A breakfast area with a counter, coffee machine, and various food items.

2. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

1.8 km from Big Woods Lake

Ruth

$130

$146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A breakfast setup with a fruit tray, juice bottles, and a coffee pot on a wooden table.

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

9.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Reginold

$114

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard stand, and a changing room with towels.

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

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

todd

$101

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a flagpole.

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.

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

4.6 km from Big Woods Lake

Mary

$87

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a hot tub.

A hotel room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and orange chairs.

A reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a patterned rug, and a wall with framed informational signs.

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a bed.

6. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

9 km from Big Woods Lake

JANET

$95

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.

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

7. The Weis Mansion

10 km from Big Woods Lake

Lyn

$150

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

8. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Amy

$106

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A restaurant interior with a brick wall, bar area, and multiple seating options.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and a bar area with multiple screens.

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

15.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Ann

$89

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

A breakfast area with a stone wall, wooden tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a sign for Daybreak Breakfast.

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

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18.4 km from Big Woods Lake

Scott

$65

$73 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with stone fire tables, wicker chairs, and a pergola with string lights.

A table set with clear glasses and a tall glass vase with a candle, surrounded by greenery and flowers.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a store.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

8.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Sarah

$106

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with high glass windows, red bar stools, and a seating area with grey upholstered sofas.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door with a keypad lock.

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a prominent sign, and a pedestrian bridge.

12. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Brian

$105

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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.

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

13. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Dennis

$109

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

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

A hotel workspace with two computers, a printer, and a desk with chairs.

14. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.7 km from Big Woods Lake

Melissa

$110

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 Country Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

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

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Inez

$76

$85 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of bowls and utensils on the counter.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a telephone.

A lobby with a brown sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants.

16. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

19.5 km from Big Woods Lake

Kimberly

$150

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

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

Kimberly

$73

$83 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Quality Inn Waverly

16.9 km from Big Woods Lake

Karen

$94

$105 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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 spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various appliances like a coffee maker and toaster.

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

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake

Charles

$64

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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 gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, a rowing machine, and a weight bench.

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

13.1 km from Big Woods Lake

Zena

$66

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Woods Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Black Hawk Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 924 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 775 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 618 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls	9.2 Wonderful 429 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Big Woods Lake

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Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

7.8/10 (44 reviews)

Big Woods Lake Recreation Area is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Cedar Falls, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, you'll love Road Side Park and Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, both just a short drive away.

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Cedar Falls Community Main Street

9.4/10 (156 reviews)

Cedar Falls Community Main Street is in the heart of Cedar Falls, so why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Cedar Falls Community Main Street, you'll love Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and Palmer's Family Fun, both located nearby.

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Cedar Falls Community Theatre

6.8/10 (20 reviews)

If you’re after a show while in the center of Cedar Falls, you might want to get tickets at Cedar Falls Community Theatre. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, McLeod Center isn't far.

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Ice House Museum

The center of Cedar Falls is home to cultural attractions like Ice House Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Cedar Falls has to offer, head to Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, and University of Northern Iowa.

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Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

If museums are on your list of things to see, then you might want to head to Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum, located in the heart of Cedar Falls.If you want to experience more of the culture Cedar Falls has to offer, head to Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, and University of Northern Iowa.

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Riverview Conference Center

Riverview Conference Center is worth a visit, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Cedar Falls.

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Hearst Center for the Arts

Hearst Center for the Arts is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from central Cedar Falls, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Hearst Center for the Arts, you'll love Falls Aquatic Center, just a short walk away.

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