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Bluffside Gardens

2.0 star property
Resort in Decorah with free parking

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 Park St, Decorah, IA, 52101

What's nearby

  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Luther College - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Dunnings Spring Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Decorah Bald Eagles - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Family Table Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bluffside Gardens

Resort in a rural location
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Bluffside Gardens. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and outdoor furniture
  • Bicycle parking and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and shampoo
  • Patios, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Friday (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Jervis mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bluffside Gardens Resort
Bluffside Gardens Decorah
Bluffside Gardens Resort Decorah

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluffside Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bluffside Gardens?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluffside Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bluffside Gardens?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluffside Gardens located?

Situated near the airport, this resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Porter House Museum and Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Amundsons Clothing and Agora are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Bluffside Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this quaint location and the privacy of the individual cabins! They had all the necessities and a rustic vibe with a great location to everything in Decorah. The place was new and had comfortable beds and furniture. My only suggestion is work on the cleanliness (fingerprints were all over everything that's used a lot so it made it seem like counters and such were also probably not wiped down, hair in the shower, dishes and counter had a lot of dust, and some stains on main wall areas and furniture). I wiped everything down myself and rewashed any dishes before using and would definitely still stay again due to the privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were all in Decorah for a college graduation and a birthday celebration. We stayed at Bluffside Gardens and it was amazing. The property is beautiful with native flowers and the way the buildings are arranged makes it very attractive. The units are decorated simply, but have everything you could need. It was very clean and the beds were comfy. We only stayed one night, but loved sitting outside in the morning with the Keurig machine and having coffee and visiting. The area of Decorah has so many things to do, and this property would be a great place to base out of. We will stay here again! Bluffside Gardens is a great addition to the lodging options in the Decorah area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very helpful when I asked to check in early because of my daughter’s schedule. We liked the spacious room. We’ll stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to see deer each day. A bit more furniture than last time, which was nice. Still could use a dresser or a place for clothes to be put away. Staff was very responsive to a couple minor issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay I plan on returning in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My 6th trip staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s brand new and clean! Really liked the location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room, arrived after normal office hours so the office wasn't open but craig answered the phone right away and helped us find and get into our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice change from regular hotels. Nice outdoor space as well with seating and fire pit. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Amenities
We liked Having a little space of our own. We visited in winter but I imagine the gardens would be very pretty. Just as an fyi the drawer front on the nightstand L of the bed was broken. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick girls weekend getaway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Spacious Great location Clean and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here four times and will absolutely be back. Great base for fly fishing the Iowa Driftless area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was very spacious, clean and quiet! I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized rooms nice patios
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

I really enjoyed my stay. Was in the area for my annual photography outing. I liked the clean, simple, and roomy accommodation. The cabins were sort of secluded but on the edge of Decorah so you could find food & other conveniences nearby. This was my first time staying at Bluffside Gardens, but it won’t be my last!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to have more space than a typical hotel room, and the ability to roam outside. Seeing deer in the evenings is an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Much better than a hotel!

This is a great spot when visiting Decorah. It was great to have a space for our whole family to stay together. The grounds are well-kept and the setting is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

rian

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

Amazing

It was amazing!! We plan to come back for the fourth each year, we had a lot of fun being right next to trout streams. Great location and comfortable, affordable place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the location. I like to walk and it was an easy walk up to Phelps Park. Easy to get to downtown. Fun place to stay while you are in Decorah.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My third time staying there. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Extremely satisfied with our stay

Extremely nice place. Extremely pleased with the staff. Quite and out of the way but not far from town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place so neat. So convenient with the self check in and out. It was a unique stay and our kids thought it was the coolest. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Great getaway

Even with the fact that they are still under construction on some units the place is amazing. Very peaceful and comfortable. We will definitely stay again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024