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Top Ellston hotels

≋ The Cottage at Sun Valley Lake ≋

≋ The Cottage at Sun Valley Lake ≋

Ellston IA
This cottage features a garden, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
There is not one negative thing to say about The Cottage. It was perfect. We stayed four nights. Location is great, right on the lake, the home itself is warm and welcoming, fully furnished and equipped, parking right in front, two screened in areas, ceiling fans in all rooms, more beautiful than ...

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

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Opens in a new window≋ The Cottage at Sun Valley Lake ≋
Lake view home at <br>1261 Green Acres Dr<br>Ellston, Iowa 50074<br>Sun Valley Lake<br>

Lake view home at <br>1261 Green Acres Dr<br>Ellston, Iowa 50074<br>Sun Valley Lake<br>

Ellston IA
This vacation home features a garden, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Excellent house
This is the 3rd time staying here. The house is always clean and communication with the host is excellent. Perfect to park our 3 trucks and boat trailers.

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

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Opens in a new windowLake view home at <br>1261 Green Acres Dr<br>Ellston, Iowa 50074<br>Sun Valley Lake<br>
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni

2.5 out of 5
226 South Spruce Drive Lamoni IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$141 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$158 total
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free full breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business ...
Nice beds! Nice staff

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

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Evergreen Inn

Evergreen Inn

2.5 out of 5
221 West McLane (Highway 34) Osceola IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$52 nightly
The price is $58 total per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$58 total
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Express check-out is also provided.
Nice place, great value

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

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AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

2.5 out of 5
111 Ariel Dr Osceola IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$105 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$118 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a hot tub. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. ...
Our stay was very enjoyable aside from our check -in experience and a mix-up with room type expectations. The property manager worked hard to mitigate any issues.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

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Super 8 by Wyndham Osceola IA

Super 8 by Wyndham Osceola IA

2 out of 5
720 Warren Avenue Osceola IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$86 total
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...
Walked to Casey's next door and brought back a pizza. Sweet!

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026

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Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

3 out of 5
777 Casino Dr Osceola IA
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$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$95 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. A 24-hour business center, ...
Clean room

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

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Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni

Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni

2 out of 5
2013 E Main St Lamoni IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$96 total
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Total with taxes and fees
Free self parking is available and the hotel's multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental ...
Parking was fine. No staff at the desk when we arrived and had to wait for someone to come. Didnt realize you had to call to get someone to come to the desk. Room was ok. It was a basic room. Mattresses do need to be replaced as mine had a permanent dip in half of it and i had to flip it around to ...

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

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Charming Iowa Home: 1 Mi to Golf

Charming Iowa Home: 1 Mi to Golf

3 out of 5
Ellston IA
This cottage includes free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills.
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What are the top kid-friendly hotels in Ellston?
From thoughtful amenities to larger rooms, kid-friendly hotels come with features that can help transform a nice family vacation into a fantastic one. These Ellston properties make traveling with the youngsters easy: Your crew will enjoy staying at Waterfront lake home at Sun Valley Lake 1 hour 15 minutes south of Des Moines. A playground and animal viewing activities are just a few of the things that help make this hotel a sought-after option. Alternatively, spend your nights enjoying the comforts of Contact Host below for more or extended availability to this serene getaway!. Make the most of a travel crib, water sports equipment and more here.
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The cheapest hotel in Ellston is $58. This price was available within the past 7 days, for stays with a check-in date within the next year. Of course, the price you pay depends on your dates of travel, the length of your stay, and the hotel's location. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How many hotels are in Ellston?
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If you want the joy of a fun-filled trip in peak season, visit Ellston during May, July and August. If you'd prefer the peace of off-season, book a stay during quieter months, such as November, December and January.
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Are there any great family-friendly hotels in Ellston?
There are multiple hotels in Ellston that will please the whole family. Do you need adjoining rooms, babysitting services or a swimming pool? We've got you covered. Use our family filter to narrow your search down and use guest reviews to help you pick the perfect place for your next family trip to Ellston. We have plenty of kid-friendly hotels in Ellston to choose from on Travelocity!
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Recent Ellston hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

5 out of 5
Posted 15 hours ago
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"Clean room"
A verified traveler stayed at Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

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