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Lighthouse Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Storm Lake motel

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Deluxe Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Superior Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1601 E Lakeshore Dr, Storm Lake, IA, 50588
  • Place, Storm Lake Golf Course
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chautauqua Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Buena Vista University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 170 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Storm Lake

On the beach.Stay at this Storm Lake motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Storm Lake Golf Course and 2 miles (3 km) of Chautauqua Park. Harker House and Living Heritage Tree Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Storm Lake Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chautauqua Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Harker House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Buena Vista University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Black Hawk State Park - 36 min drive - 37.8 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central Coffee Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Hereford BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grand Central Coffee Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Villager - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Lighthouse Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Storm Lake motel
Lighthouse Inn offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Storm Lake motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Lighthouse Inn offers 28 accommodations. 40-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. This Storm Lake motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

Lighthouse Inn Motel
Lighthouse Inn Storm Lake
Lighthouse Inn Motel Storm Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lighthouse Inn to the airport?

Lighthouse Inn is 57.1 mi (64-min drive) away from the Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lighthouse Inn?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lighthouse Inn on Jul 12, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lighthouse Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lighthouse Inn.

How close is Lighthouse Inn to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lighthouse Inn offer free breakfast?

Lighthouse Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lighthouse Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lighthouse Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lighthouse Inn have a pool?

Lighthouse Inn does not have a pool.

Does Lighthouse Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lighthouse Inn to downtown Storm Lake?

Lighthouse Inn is 1.4 mi away from Storm Lake.

Lighthouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept property...I'd definitely stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed that it's right across the street from the water park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was great! Would recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was quaintly decorated, and the owners were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was just as described and pictured. Very clean. No noise from neighboring rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outdated but very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dannette

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

Well worth it!

This was a one day stop over.. room was spacious.. clean.. front desk was efficient and nice.. full size fridge.. clse to alot of amenities ( gas food golf ) view was amazing. Would recommend and would stay again!! If have kids water park across street. Black out curtains would help only suggestion...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff tried to put us in a room with a queen bed when we prepaid for a king. They did move us. This is an older hotel so don’t expect much.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Paige

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was DISQUSTING! The room was not clean at all. There was a towel hanging from the door when we walked in. The bed was unmade and clearly slept in before we checked in. The trash was not taken out and lights were left on. The check in process was terrible since we had to call the guy 3 times to even tell us where our key was. We didn’t even end up staying here because it felt like a health hazard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Wijittra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't get the room i booked for
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8/10 Good

Eddie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jon

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

luis Alberto

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Ethan

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