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Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East

2.5 star property
The seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers creates a perfect relaxation spot, while continental breakfast and fitness facilities keep travelers energized

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Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East offers a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests start their day with a continental breakfast, then head to the gym or business center. Past visitors consistently praise their experience at this property.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €99
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a television, and a window.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with a view, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a door.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a phone, a small table, a blue chair, and a large window with a view.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel hallway with a wooden door, a small refrigerator, and a bathroom with a marble wall and sink.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Iowa is home to Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East. Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu and Imperial Calcasieu Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Northgate Shopping Center and Eastown Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lake Charles Event Center or Nancy Hank Tennis Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Iowa travel guide
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204 W Frontage Road, Iowa, LA, 70647

What's nearby

  • A waterfront walkway with a metal railing, a gazebo, and a signpost.
    Bord Du Lac Park
    13 min drive - 28.3 km
  • A lakeside park with a sandy beach, a picnic table, and a tall building in the distance.
    North Beach Interstate 10
    14 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Goosport Park
    12 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Children's Museum Lake Charles
    14 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Lake Charles Event Center
    14 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Lake Charles Station
    16 min drive
  • Lake Charles, LA (LCH-Lake Charles Regional)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Love's Travel Stop
    5 min drive
  • Pilot Travel Center
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • SpeedyStop
    5 min drive
  • In Laws
    5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East

  • Property highlights
  • Free continental breakfast, a corner/local shop and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a banquet hall
    • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Green Key Global – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East?

As of 10 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East on 21 Jul 2026 start from €99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a required deposit per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East located?

Situated in Iowa, this hotel is within 16 miles (25 km) of Kayouche Coulee Golf Course, Northgate Shopping Center and Goosport Park. Eastown Shopping Center and Killen Stadium are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Iowa/Lake Charles East Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 173 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean pet friendly place to stay that was in a convenient location for us. The lady preparing breakfast was awesome! Definitely one to mark in our books for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, very clean lobby, large rooms and dog friendly. Friendly staff, clean room and complimentary breakfast. Overall, we felt at home and safe here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was gre, you go up to a window and order what you would like and it's free with your stay. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff were great. The breakfast was good. & the parking perfect. Thank you very much. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, tasty breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My stay was excellent, they young lady that Checked me in, has Exceptional CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel and the room were very clean and spacious. I would stay there again, and it is pet-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Criselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & smelled fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just stopped in to get some sleep, but the place is clean, good service, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laquita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice, clean, and convenient spot for a quick getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that once I got back from the event I was invited to there was two restaurants close by to get food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here! Perfect for what we needed. They staff was very friendly and accommodating! We will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at this hotel. It was very clean, the staff was friendly, and the breakfast was excellent. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice place.

Stayed one night. It is close enough to the city. Breakfast is a little better than most hotels that offer free breakfast. Room was clean and breakfast area was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

azam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located off highway. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very very professional and polite. I will return again. That was my first time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morris Fuselier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stranded but good place to stay

We were stranded in Iowa due to car trouble, but luckily were near this hotel. There’s a good Cajun restaurant nearby. Coffee at this hotel breakfast is good Community Coffee, multiple varieties. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick Stay

The room was exceptionally clean and newly renovated. However, we encountered a minor inconvenience: breakfast ended at 9 am, which was too late for us after a long night of driving. I had hoped to get my toddler some apple juice and dry cereal for the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was great. The rooms extra clean very new . Beds comfortable good pillows water pressure was grate . The food was good . Every one was very nice safe area good for family or trave for work . We definitely will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just what we needed

We lost power from a storm and needed a quick place to stay. The booking was quick and accommodating. The lady at the front desk was very helpful and nice. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff accommodated my whole wedding party and made everyone feel so welcome! One staff member even went above and beyond in lobby to make sure it was extra clean for pictures! I wish I could remember her name
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025