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A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.

A wooden table with a laptop, a telephone, and a glass of iced tea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Grinnell

Steven

฿3,403

฿3,812 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel dining area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Grinnell

Irina

฿3,089

฿3,459 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a brick building in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a small table, and a built-in bookshelf.

A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a glass door.

3. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Grinnell

"A unique property — a boutique hotel converted from a 1921 junior high school. Large spacious rooms with 15 foot vaulted ceilings. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and non-intrusive. It's central, just a couple of blocks away from Broad street and Main street. There's free self parking on the street outside the hotel, and it's a 12 minute walk or a 5 minute bike ride to Grinnell College (there are free-to-borrow bikes available in the hotel). Best hotel in and around Grinnell by a...

Oluwagbemiga

฿8,371

฿9,375 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue chair, tiled floor, and several windows.

A lobby with a stone wall, green seating, a wooden table with a vase, and a ceiling fan.

A Western Inn & Suites sign with an indoor pool and an entrance direction sign.

A reception area with a stone wall, a clock, and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

4. Western Inn & Suites

Grinnell

Dalton

฿2,392

฿2,679 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with checkered floor tiles, wooden walls, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

A wooden interior with a checkered floor, a pool, and benches.

A hotel with a sign reading "Quality Inn & Suites" featuring a two-story building with a red roof and multiple windows.

A living room with a fireplace, green walls, and a view through glass doors.

5. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

Grinnell

scott

฿2,023

฿2,266 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a granite countertop sink, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a window.

A building with a blue exterior, large windows, and a parking lot with directional arrows.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A large indoor pool with wooden walls and multiple windows.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

Grinnell

Sarah

฿2,998

฿3,358 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a body of water and a grassy landscape.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting above the bed.

7. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Newton

Ann

฿3,849

฿4,311 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, and a staircase.

A Best Western Holiday Manor hotel with a large parking lot and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

8. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Kendra

฿3,328

฿3,727 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a wooden ceiling fan.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf with various decorative items.

A two-story building with a sign reading "American Inn." It features a covered front porch with a stone facade and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Pascal El

฿3,117

฿3,626 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items, a bakery section, and a sign indicating the need for a pan.

A refrigerated display case with various beverages and a digital clock.

A reception desk with illuminated panels, a wooden reception desk, and a wall-mounted clock.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and a laptop on a desk.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Marshalltown

Jeffrey

฿3,701

฿4,145 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a landscape view, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a blue carpet.

A reception desk with a wooden base and black countertop, flanked by framed pictures and a potted plant.

A spacious living area with a dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a coffee station.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a desk.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Stephen

฿1,772

฿1,984 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A breakfast bar with a refrigerator, coffee machine, and beverage dispenser.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a clock, and a reception desk.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, beige armchairs, a patterned rug, and a staircase to the left.

12. Quality Inn Newton at I-80

Newton

Todd

฿1,817

฿2,035 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator. There are chairs and a table in the dining area.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a large framed picture on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a wardrobe, a TV, a desk with a lamp, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.

A small workspace with a computer, a teal chair, and a counter with coffee dispensers and cups.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Pat

฿1,702

฿1,907 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, under a wooden ceiling with large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by tiled flooring and a 'No Running' sign.

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

14. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Pella

Kimberly

฿2,288

฿2,562 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by windows and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a red sofa, and a patterned carpet.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Marshalltown

Robert

฿3,028

฿3,391 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, seating area, and a wall-mounted sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and a blue and white tiled floor.

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

A hotel room with a sofa set, two armchairs, a small table, and a rug.

16. Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

Marshalltown

Joelle

฿3,181

฿3,563 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A reception desk with a wooden finish, framed pictures above it, and a set of black containers on the right.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a bookshelf.

A Country Inn & Suites building with a dark exterior, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed with a striped blanket, a desk with a chair, and a television.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Pella, IA

Pella

Julie

฿4,004

฿4,484 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a large 'Smile' poster, and a 'Welcome to the Hilton Inn & Suites' sign.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a parking lot and a covered entrance.

A pool area with a blue umbrella, wicker chairs, and a sign indicating 'No Lifeguard On Duty'.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Marshalltown

Guy

฿3,546

฿3,972 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by orange chairs and a covered area with windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Pella

Pella

Bryan

฿2,634

฿2,951 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spa area with a hot tub, two large oval windows, and surrounding greenery.

A compact kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden cabinets, a coffee station, and a table with a red tablecloth.

A bedroom with a unique stone wall design, a bed with a patterned cover, a fish tank, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in entertainment unit.

A hallway with a Christmas tree, exit signs, and a window with a city view.

20. Designer Inn & Suites

Toledo

Lee

฿1,968

฿2,204 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Stay near popular Grinnell attractions

Central Park

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Gifted by city founder J.B. Grinnell in the 1800s, this historic Iowa park underwent a stunning 2017 renovation. Enjoy the Prairie Style-inspired plaza, interactive water feature, and summer music performances.

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Grinnell College

9.2/10 (152 reviews)

Founded in 1846, Grinnell College blends historic architecture with modern spaces across its 120-acre campus. Explore the Museum of Art's rotating exhibitions or attend performances at the Bucksbaum Centre for the Arts.

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Arbor Lake

Arbor Lake's 13.4-acre waters offer a serene escape with a scenic 1.1-mile loop trail perfect for wildlife spotting. Enjoy fishing, boating, or simply unwind at the lakeside picnic areas surrounded by lush greenery.

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Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve

This 450-acre preserve showcases Iowa's diverse ecosystems through seven miles of scenic trails. Climb the observation tower for panoramic views of prairies, woodlands, and the tranquil 25-acre lake.

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Bucksbaum Center for the Arts

This architectural gem by César Pelli houses exceptional art exhibitions and performances in acoustically-perfect spaces. Explore the Faulconer Gallery or attend a student recital during the academic year.

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Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank

Louis Sullivan's "Jewel Box Bank" showcases exquisite terra cotta ornamentation and stunning stained glass windows. Afternoon visits capture the best natural light through its remarkable architectural features.

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Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center

This community water park offers multiple pools and playful water features for summer fun in Grinnell. Families can enjoy a full afternoon of splashing, sliding, and relaxation in a well-maintained aquatic environment.

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Grinnell Historical Museum

This 1895 Victorian home preserves Grinnell's rich local history through period-furnished rooms and artefacts. Schedule a tour three days in advance to explore the town's military past and commercial heritage.

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Learn more about Grinnell

Explore the historic city centre where local shops surround a central square with surprising architectural gems. Spend afternoons at the renowned Grinnell College campus, where free museums and peaceful prairie trails welcome curious visitors.

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Top Grinnell Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

10/10 Excellent

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Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleasant hotel right next to where we visiting in Pella. Would definitely stay here again."

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good. Room clean."

Western Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"For a pet friendly room, it was pretty clean. Looked like they could have cleaned or vacuumed around the edges better"

Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

8/10 Good

"What was liked was the room, place was very clean. What was not liked was the bathroom. Needs to be bigger. And the room was NOT cleaned on our last full day/night of our trip."

Designer Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Oversized Jacuzzi Tub in the Ace Room was very clean looking and had a light in it! Cute set up. Little smoke smell in that particular room but other than that it was nice looking!"

Quality Inn Newton at I-80

8/10 Good

"Everything was good about our stay but it was a little loud we heard every time someone else opened a door and they sounded like they were coming in our room"

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

10/10 Excellent

"Staff awesome. Rooms were clean."

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

10/10 Excellent

"Page was extremely helpful despite having a heavy workload"

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Quality Inn Newton at I-80

1700 W 19th St S Newton IA

฿1,817

฿2,035 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (392 reviews)

Designer Inn & Suites

403 Bus Hwy 30 West Toledo IA

฿1,968

฿2,204 total

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (445 reviews)

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

2508 Bos Landen Dr Pella IA

฿2,631

฿2,947 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (906 reviews)

Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

2613 S Center St Marshalltown IA

฿3,181

฿3,563 total

7 Nov - 8 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (425 reviews)

Best Western Holiday Manor

208 W 4th St North Newton IA

฿3,328

฿3,727 total

14 Oct - 15 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

1710 West St S Grinnell IA

฿3,403

฿3,812 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (986 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Grinnell?

Based on our traveller data, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your visit include Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 and Western Inn & Suites. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Grinnell.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Grinnell, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Grinnell.

What's the best family accommodation in Grinnell?

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Western Inn & Suites is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday. Also, attractions such as Arbor Lake and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Grinnell.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Grinnell?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Grinnell.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Grinnell?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an indoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Western Inn & Suites and Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Grinnell.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Grinnell?

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 is a top hotel with an indoor pool, free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Western Inn & Suites is another choice that features an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Grinnell.

How is it staying in Grinnell?

Visitors to Grinnell will definitely enjoy the university setting. Tourists can also enjoy the city's jazz scene, architecture and cafés. In Grinnell, there are 10 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Grinnell.

What should I see while I'm in Grinnell?

Favorite family attractions include Arbor Lake and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center. Landmarks like Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank and Grinnell Historical Museum might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of Central Park and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve exemplify the area's natural beauty. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Grinnell guide.

What's the weather like in Grinnell?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Grinnell are January, November, February and April, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

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Our top choices for Grinnell hotels

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

3. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4. Western Inn & Suites

5. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

7. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

8. Best Western Holiday Manor

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

12. Quality Inn Newton at I-80

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton

14. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

15. Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown

16. Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Pella, IA

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Pella

20. Designer Inn & Suites

Stay near popular Grinnell attractions

Central Park

Grinnell College

Arbor Lake

Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve

Bucksbaum Center for the Arts

Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank

Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center

Grinnell Historical Museum

Learn more about Grinnell

Top Grinnell Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Western Inn & Suites

Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

Designer Inn & Suites

Quality Inn Newton at I-80

AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

More cheap stays in Grinnell

Quality Inn Newton at I-80

Designer Inn & Suites

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

Best Western Holiday Manor

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

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