Clear Lake is in north central Iowa, 90 miles northwest of Waterloo and 130 miles south of
downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Clear Lake has hotels and motels near I-85 at US 18, Exit 194 and at exit 193, which is 4th Avenue.
Clear Lake, IA Hotels near I-35, Exits 193 and 194
Clear Lake is in north central Iowa, 90 miles northwest of Waterloo and 130 miles south of
downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Clear Lake has hotels and motels near I-85 at US 18, Exit 194 and at exit 193, which is 4th Avenue.
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"Our stay was excellent. The hotel room was small but clean, and it had everything we needed. Good TV channel selection. The front desk clerk took good care of us.2021-10-28"
"The bedsheets seemed to be dirty. Find another hotel.2020-12-24"
"The hotel was nice, clean, and well-kept, and the staff was pleasant. We were impressed and recommend staying here.2017-04-03"
"The hotel was better than average for the price. The room was spacious, though the furnishings were dated. No screens on the windows, and the neighborhood was a bit noisy. Continental breakfast provided. It worked for overnight, but I wouldn't stay longer than that.2016-09-06"
"The hotel employees were nice and helpful.2015-11-10"
"Clean hotel with great employees. A good place to rest your head.2015-10-13"
"Good accommodations, and though the motel was full, it wasn't noisy. The fridge and microwave were a plus. Plenty of restaurants in the area, so you don't have to drive far to eat. Good place to stay.2021-07-26"
"Not a good value. The motel room was too small, and the toilet seat was loose.2016-08-29"
"Right off the interstate. Nice room with a big TV, and I greatly appreciated the comfortable recliner. No receipt under the door in the morning. I'd definitely stay at this motel again.2015-06-04"
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Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
