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Lakeside Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Clear Lake with free parking

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Travelers find tranquility at Lakeside Inn, with a serene garden for unwinding. The lobby offers coffee and tea all day, and WiFi keeps everyone connected. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and smoke-free environment. Local restaurants deliver meals to the property.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1603 S Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA, 50428

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake State Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • City Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Central Gardens of North Iowa - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Clear Lake State Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake Time Brewery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Other Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Lakeside Inn

Property highlights
Lakeside Inn provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and local meal delivery service
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Lakeside Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with 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
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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, 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
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

Is Lakeside Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Inn located?

Situated in Clear Lake, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Clear Lake State Park, Clear Lake State Park Beach, and City Beach Park. MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine and Clear Lake Fire Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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