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Our top choices for Big Woods Lake hotels

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

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
1.9 km from Big Woods Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"Very classy nice hotel loved everything about the hotel it was like stepping back into the roaring 20's the decor was awesome"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Black Hawk Hotel
A balcony with a view of a river, a bridge, and a road with vehicles.

2. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Big Woods Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"We always enjoy our stay here. The rooms are spacious and the views are wonderful! A great breakfast too."
United States
Greg
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.

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

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Big Woods Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (622 reviews)
"Excellent hotel... Will stay here again for sure"
United States
Kenny
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple floors.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
13.7 km from Big Woods Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"Looked brand new, comfortable beds, good breakfast"
United States
Amy
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.

5. The Weis Mansion

The Weis Mansion
3.0 star property
10 km from Big Woods Lake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"Very peaceful stay."
United States
ColeJoElle
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The Weis Mansion
A hotel room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and orange chairs.

6. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park
2.5 star property
9 km from Big Woods Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great service at the front desk"
United States
Mark
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Big Woods Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (959 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and it was close by to areas I needed to be and very convenient"
United States
Brittany
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo
A hotel with a large parking lot, a well-lit entrance, and a prominent hotel sign.

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

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great relaxing stay"
Canada
John
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Big Woods Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (659 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Chuck
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, palm tree murals, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"great breakfast"
United States
Douglas
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of bowls and utensils on the counter.

11. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly
2.5 star property
19.5 km from Big Woods Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"It was in a good location for what we were in town to do."
United States
Jennifer
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Waverly
A modern hotel with a prominent American flag, featuring a clean, contemporary design with a mix of brick and glass facade.

12. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley
2.5 star property
13.5 km from Big Woods Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (992 reviews)
"Beautiful new property with great staff and yummy breakfast!"
United States
Nicole
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley
A hotel with a modern glass facade, a prominent sign, and a pedestrian bridge.

13. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Big Woods Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (608 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable, staff was exceptional, Breakfast was great. Would definitely stay!"
United States
Michelle
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls
A spacious lobby with modern chairs, a long reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Big Woods Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 reviews)
"Great place to stay with easy access around town."
United States
Caroline
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG
2.5 star property
13.7 km from Big Woods Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect for my needs. The only drawback is that it is adjacent to a shopping mall that is presently under construction. However, I used the maps function on my phone and had no problem navigating the construction."
United States
Carol
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, tiled floor, and a pool ladder.

16. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo
2.5 star property
13.3 km from Big Woods Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (996 reviews)
"Clean friendly and comfy after a long day driving !"
United States
melissa
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a sunset.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo
2.0 star property
18.4 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (647 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"
United States
Jerry
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo
A spacious interior with a curved wooden ceiling, a central staircase, and a view of a pool area.

18. Quality Inn Waverly

Quality Inn Waverly
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (514 reviews)
"Super clean and nice place."
United States
Anne Marie
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quality Inn Waverly
A waffle maker with instructions, a waffle maker, a syrup dispenser, and a cash box.

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University
2.0 star property
9.3 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very helpful staff"
United States
JOSE
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University
A modern kitchen with a built-in fireplace, blue cabinets, and a flat-screen TV above the mantel.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
2.5 star property
13.3 km from Big Woods Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"We had a nice quiet evening at the pool area."
United States
Jody
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
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Compare popular hotels close to Big Woods Lake

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A historic hotel with a classic brick facade, multiple storefronts including a bar and a barber shop, and a fire escape on the right.
The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
946 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of a river, a bridge, and a road with vehicles.
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
786 reviews
View
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
622 reviews
View
A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple floors.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
433 reviews
View
A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.
The Weis Mansion
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
71 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Big Woods Lake

A balcony with a view of a river, a bridge, and a road with vehicles.

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
Cedar Falls
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786)
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

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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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.