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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 group of people sitting at a table with chairs on a sidewalk in an urban setting.

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

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

1.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Andrea

€121

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Daisy

€65

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

14.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Monica

€84

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

8.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Kenny

€118

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large arched windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a red chair.

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.

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

12.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Jody

€76

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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 staircase with a wooden railing, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

6. The Weis Mansion

9.5 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

ColeJoElle

€128

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a stone pillar.

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

13.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Amy

€105

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a brick wall and a white railing.

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

8. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

9.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Joan

€106

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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.

A modern building with a large dome structure and a curved glass facade.

9. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Nicole

€108

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is a Comfort Suites location.

10. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

8.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Robert

€95

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

11. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Melissa

€116

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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 modern lounge area with blue patterned sofas, a glass partition, and a blue brick wall.

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

12. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

12.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

€66

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a large window providing natural light.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

8.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Chuck

€105

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

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

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

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

14. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

12.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Jill

€64

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

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

3.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

dave

€87

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

16. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

9.7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Amanda

€110

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern chairs, a long reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple seating options, and a digital menu display.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with skylights.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

8.7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Caroline

€116

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a water dispenser.

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

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

18. Quality Inn Waverly

17.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Terry

€98

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a children's play area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a staircase, bar seating, and a 'Delight in the day' sign.

19. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

6.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Ray

€93

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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.

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

A hotel lobby with two armchairs, a small round table, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Joe

€74

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Black Hawk Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 927 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo	8.4 Very good 634 reviews	View
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 618 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA	8.4 Very good 113 reviews	View

Top Big Woods Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

10/10 Excellent

"great breakfast"

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a great location in walking distance of downtown Cedar Falls restaurants and shops!"

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

10/10 Excellent

"Room was nice. Bed very comfortable. Breakfast was good."

Cedar Falls 4BR Near UNI | Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable stay. Everything we needed was available and more. Highly recommended!"

Loft Over Main: The 3rd Floor Urban Lookout 2BR

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location for all things Cedar Falls. The unit was clean, spacious and as advertised. The host is very responsive and helpful. I would definitely recommend this unit and stay there again. 10/10."

Cozy 3-bedroom house in charming Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"The owner is very responsive and kind."

Modern 4 Bed/3.5 Bath Farmhouse Steps to Downtown CF!

10/10 Excellent

"This house was perfect for our group! Plenty of room! We will book again!"

Luxury Downtown Cedar Falls Retreat / Pool Table / Outdoor Dining / Sleeps 12

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Worked wonderful for a family wedding in town."

Welcome to Turkey Ridge Cabin Sitting on 12 Acres in Cedar Falls, IA

10/10 Excellent

"We love it here! Our favorite place to stay in Cedar Falls."

Other attractions near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

9.4/10 (156 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cedar Falls Community Main Street during your stay in Cedar Falls. Discover the area's waterfalls and restaurants.

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Big Woods Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Woods Lake during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Cedar Falls Community Theatre

6.8/10 (20 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Cedar Falls Community Theatre on your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Ice House Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ice House Museum during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Riverview Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in Riverview Conference Center during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Hearst Center for the Arts

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hearst Center for the Arts during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?

Big Woods Lake Recreation Area is located in a family-friendly area of Cedar Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?

The Black Hawk Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a bar. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. Another good choice is Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?

You can enjoy live performances at McLeod Center and Cedar Falls Community Theatre. Bring the family to Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Hearst Center for the Arts and Falls Aquatic Center while you're checking out the area near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to UNI-Dome, George Wyth Memorial State Park and Pheasant Ridge Golf Course while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Big Woods Lake Recreation Area hotels

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

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

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

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

6. The Weis Mansion

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

8. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

9. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

10. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

11. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

12. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

13. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

14. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

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

16. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

17. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

18. Quality Inn Waverly

19. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

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Top Big Woods Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Cedar Falls 4BR Near UNI | Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard

Loft Over Main: The 3rd Floor Urban Lookout 2BR

Cozy 3-bedroom house in charming Cedar Falls

Modern 4 Bed/3.5 Bath Farmhouse Steps to Downtown CF!

Luxury Downtown Cedar Falls Retreat / Pool Table / Outdoor Dining / Sleeps 12

Welcome to Turkey Ridge Cabin Sitting on 12 Acres in Cedar Falls, IA

Other attractions near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

Big Woods Lake

Cedar Falls Community Theatre

Ice House Museum

Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

Riverview Conference Center

Hearst Center for the Arts

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