Lakeside Inn

3.0 star property

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A waterfront deck with a fire feature, overlooking calm water and a sunset sky.
A modern kitchen with a neon sign, a coffee maker, and various kitchen utensils.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a large window, and a wall clock.
A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and two wall-mounted shelves with potted plants.
A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and glass-enclosed shower.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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1603 S Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA, 50428
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Clear Lake

Lakeside Inn places you steps from Clear Lake and within a 20-minute stroll of Clear Lake State Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Clear Lake hotel include Clear Lake State Park Beach and City Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • City Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seven's 777 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Lakeside Inn

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Lakeside Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Clear Lake hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lakeside Inn offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Books
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lakeside Inn Clear Lake
Lakeside Clear Lake
Lakeside Inn Hotel
Lakeside Inn Clear Lake
Lakeside Inn Hotel Clear Lake

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lakeside Inn?

Lakeside Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Inn?

As of 28 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Inn on 2 Aug 2026 start from NZ$295, 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 parking available at Lakeside Inn?

Yep, Lakeside Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lakeside Inn?

Yep, Lakeside Inn is a short 18-minute walk from Clear Lake State Park Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, waterskiing and kayaking. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

What makes Lakeside Inn a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lakeside Inn.

Is Lakeside Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Lakeside Inn is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakeside Inn?

No, Lakeside Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lakeside Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakeside Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakeside Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lakeside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 746 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 746 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 746 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 746 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 746 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Heidi

Cute little place. Would definitely stay again if and when we’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kailee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very lovely and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, quiet boutique hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aubri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay! The staff was very friendly and helpful. We cant wait to go back in august for our anniversary!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel, clean room, comfy bed and great view of the lake from 2nd floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled and a very pleasant place to stay I excellent on the bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean rooms, beautiful view of the lake. About a mile to shops, restaurants, bars, beach etc. Staff was friendly, check in and out was easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and helped out after regular hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, peaceful location, good price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING PLACE!!!!! Thank you Mike and staff for a week of quality relaxing time to enjoy with my husband.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to stay. Currently doing some remodeling.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location- Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
I was pleasantly surprised with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, adorable decor and right on the lake. Cozy stay for our lake ice fishing trip!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cartha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful staff and clean cheerful room. Not to mention fantastic location. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view, comfortable beds and friendly staff. Loved it!
The view from our patio.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nunet

Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and the restaurant attached! Beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay right on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay on lake!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Tyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great location on the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It appears they have been remodeling the hotel. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026