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Lakeside Inn

3.0 star property

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Enjoy a serene waterfront setting with a fire feature and outdoor seating area.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy serene views of the water from this tranquil retreat.
Welcome to Clear Lake, where a fully equipped kitchen awaits with a coffee maker, microwave, and ample storage.
Cozy retreat with a large bed, compact kitchenette, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds

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

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 306 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

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

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 306 sq ft
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 306 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Lakeside Inn

3-star Clear Lake hotel with private balconies
This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, a garden, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Lakeside Inn offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Lakeside Inn features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Lakeside Inn is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

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

Lakeside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 631 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so charming! Loved the view od the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael, Louisville

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Very nice lake view, room is clean and up to date with furnishings and fixtures. This place exceeded my expectations, way better than staying at a typical hotel. I will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that it was a smaller hotel. Great view of Clear Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grover

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

Very comfortable.

The most comfortable mattress and pillows I have ever found in a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ver clean, beautiful setting!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the reservation to checking out, we had a great experience at Lakeside Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Offered early check-in if we were in the area. That was nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mouse poop on floor. The bed was broken underneath, just barely holding together. TV didn't work. Fortunately, we were not in the room much other than to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koneta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great find for a night on our way home. Newly remodeled. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised with our room and how close it was to the lake. Very cute place. I was able to get a beautiful sunset picture. We had trouble with the heater in our room. It was very hot and we could not get it to cool down to a comfortable room temperature, so we just turned it off.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeeJay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean nice room close to the Surf.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you: For parking and cleared lot! The shoveled path in front of the patio door was noted. 😁 The coffee in the lobby at 7 a.m. sweet! The cleanliness welcomed! Fantastic view! Accommodating staff A . The only drawback for me was the smell of cigarettes covered by air freshener in the hallway. (Staff was to follow up)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRANDON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodations were excellent, the view is beautiful, the staff was friendly, and the price was affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025