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The Black Hawk Hotel

The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
1.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (775)
"Very friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful historic hotel. Lovely bar, great drinks. "
United States
Stephen
The price is HK$873
HK$978 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Black Hawk Hotel

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown
2.5 star property
1.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (655)
"Clean, quiet, great breakfast. "
United States
Rachel
The price is HK$951
HK$1,065 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

The Weis Mansion

The Weis Mansion
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"We had a wonderful stay! Thank you!"
United States
Claire
The price is HK$960
HK$1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
The Weis Mansion

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (516)
"Room was very clean. Great place to stay! "
United States
Crystal
The price is HK$755
HK$845 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
3.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"It was perfect for what we wanted the stay for"
United States
Christina
The price is HK$622
HK$728 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"Great place, clean, friendly staff. "
United States
Stacy
The price is HK$832
HK$932 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (583)
"We love this property! "
United States
Erin
The price is HK$709
HK$795 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (542)
"Room was very nice!"
United States
Shelby
The price is HK$832
HK$932 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (912)
"Clean room, friendly staff, delicious breakfast "
United States
Craig
The price is HK$780
HK$874 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
9.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (506)
"i loved staying here♥️ will book again "
United States
Samira
The price is HK$630
HK$713 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley
2.5 star property
13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (907)
"Clean nice hotel"
United States
alicia
The price is HK$632
HK$707 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University
2.0 star property
8.5 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Room clean, great rate staff especially friendly."
United States
Michael
The price is HK$575
HK$644 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (510)
"Clean rooms, staff were great! Stayed during storm, they could have done better moving snow in parking lot. Got stuck, but Guest Clerk come out and help push me out."
United States
Penny
The price is HK$763
HK$854 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (698)
"Room was decently clean. Nice pool area. Had a pleasant stay. "
United States
Barend
The price is HK$678
HK$760 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Quality Inn Waverly

Quality Inn Waverly
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (447)
"Clean, quiet, easy check-in/ checkout "
United States
William
The price is HK$617
HK$691 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Waverly

Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls
2.5 star property
13 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (586)
"The staff was super helpful, especially with breakfast in the morning! "
United States
Kimberly
The price is HK$595
HK$674 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls

Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo
2.0 star property
18 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504)
"The room was very clean and common areas well maintained. Great breakfast options."
United States
Sophia
The price is HK$496
HK$555 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff was very friendly "
United States
Julie
The price is HK$623
HK$802 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Isle Casino Hotel - Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo
2.5 star property
12.9 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (898)
"Staff was courteous, bed comfortable, bathroom tiny, breakfast great!"
United States
Melvin
The price is HK$436
HK$489 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls
2.0 star property
7 km from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (534)
"It was good for what I needed. Nice and pleasant staff. "
United States
Edis
The price is HK$480
HK$538 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Suburban Studios Cedar Falls
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Big Woods Lake Recreation Area is located in a family-friendly area of Cedar Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. Another good choice is The Black Hawk Hotel, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Big Woods Lake Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area?
You can check out the local talent at Cedar Falls Community Theatre, Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and McLeod Center. Bring the family to Cedar Falls Community Main Street, Falls Aquatic Center and Palmer's Family Fun while you're checking out the area near Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to UNI-Dome, George Wyth Memorial State Park and Pheasant Ridge Golf Course while you're in the area.

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