Title: Estherville Travel Guide: Best of Estherville, Iowa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Estherville](https://expedia.co.uk/Estherville-Hotels.d183215.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Estherville](https://expedia.co.uk/Estherville-Holiday-Rentals.d183215.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Estherville Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Estherville.d183215.Car-Hire-Guide)[Estherville Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Estherville.d183215.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Estherville Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![HDR of Sunrise Over Lake Okoboji](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/9bfc63fa-fdd0-4587-9f37-a6b2e5bedb70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![HDR of Sunrise Over Lake Okoboji](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/9bfc63fa-fdd0-4587-9f37-a6b2e5bedb70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dusk on Okoboji, Iowa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/5c78c963-c009-4d0a-a334-f33be82c2ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Okoboji is a popular Tourist Area known as the Great Lakes of Iowa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/e8753a27-4114-4250-ba13-506ab8d44a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful hiking trails that wind through this dense forest near Estherville, Iowa. Lots of wildlife such as white tail deer, and enchanting wooden bridges crossing over forest streams.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/2c7b8097-0361-471c-b52a-068220b9a009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Estherville Things to do Reviews - Top hotels in Estherville - Top Holiday Rentals in Estherville ![Estherville Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1112700/1112656/a4c7a33b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Estherville Hotel & Suites 2008 Central Ave Estherville IA Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Estherville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (605 reviews) Great room, clean and comfortable. The pool and spa looked great, even though we didn’t bring our suits as it was -30 out. Breakfast was pretty good: pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits, and gravy. Overall great value for the price, would definitely recommend. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=1112656&PinnedHotelID=1112656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183215) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=1112656&PinnedHotelID=1112656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183215) ![Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913100/913039/a2e0a2ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center 1405 Highway 71 Okoboji IA £69 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Okoboji. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (909 reviews) Room was clean, staff was attentive and polite. Breakfast was pretty good. Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=913039&PinnedHotelID=913039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183215) ![Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Emmetsburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95351900/95351880/5a3adbbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Emmetsburg 777 Main St Emmetsburg IA Stay at this hotel in Emmetsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Harland Park and Palo Alto County Historical Museum ... 8/10 Very Good! (170 reviews) The room was very clean, staff was very nice, we had an awesome dinner at the restaurant and the price was incredible, we also won in the casino. We will be back. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=95351880&PinnedHotelID=95351880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183215) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=95351880&PinnedHotelID=95351880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183215) [See all 480 properties in Estherville](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=183215) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71740000/71735100/71735083/a5407b36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakefront Luxury! Spacious corner condo, wrap around deck. 6 BB waterpark passes Arnolds Park IA Stay at this family-friendly condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews) Great place to stay! Host was very responsive and answered all questions quickly. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arnolds-Park-Hotels-Lakefront-Luxury-Spacious-Condo-With-Wrap-Around-Deck-And-6-BB-Waterpark-Passes.h71735083.Hotel-Information) ![Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60440000/60435200/60435150/57fc25e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake view condo! Updated unit with 8 beds and 6 waterpark passes at Bridges Bay. Arnolds Park IA Stay at this golf condo in Arnolds Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and East ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews) The condo was immaculate and perfect for our work retreat weekend. We had no problems with accessing the space, parking was ample (including the garage!). Check-in and check-out instructions were communicated well by hosts and also printed out clearly. Thank you! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arnolds-Park-Hotels-Spacious-Condo-At-Bridges-Bay-On-East-Lake-Okoboji.h60435150.Hotel-Information) ![Morehead Retreat on 75 ft of East Lake Okoboji](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863300/120863248/b1138ad7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Morehead Retreat on 75 ft of East Lake Okoboji Spirit Lake IA Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Spirit Lake. Enjoy a water park, a pool table and balconies. Popular attractions Elinor Bedell State Park and Goodies ... We were looking for a place for our whole family. This place was great! Fit all 18 of us perfectly. The communication with the host was great! We were also fortunate to be able to extend our stay due to near whiteout travel conditions. I appreciated the prompt response to all of my messages. We would ... Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spirit-Lake-Hotels-Redmore-Lakefront-Retreat-On-East-Lake-Okoboji.h120863248.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Estherville](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=183215&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Estherville hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183215&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful hiking trails that wind through this dense forest near Estherville, Iowa. Lots of wildlife such as white tail deer, and enchanting wooden bridges crossing over forest streams.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183215/2c7b8097-0361-471c-b52a-068220b9a009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Defiance State Park You can take time to visit Fort Defiance State Park during your travels to Estherville. Wander the parks and lakeside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Defiance-State-Park-Iowa.d553248621561929725.Attraction) #### Little Swan Lake Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Little Swan Lake Winery during your travels to Estherville. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Little-Swan-Lake-Winery-Iowa.d553248621532649163.Attraction) #### Thoreson Memorial Park Explore the great outdoors at Thoreson Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Estherville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Thoreson-Memorial-Park-Estherville.d553248621564732188.Attraction) ## Reviews of Estherville 4 Top destination 5 - Excellent 0 4 - Good 1 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Only stayed 1 night as travelling so didn’t see much of the area. ## Cities near Estherville ![Bike Trail winding through golden fields and wetland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55194/85f9b196-a08f-426c-9fed-4614781cf11a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Spirit Lake - Cities near Estherville - Places of interest [Spirit Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Spirit-Lake.dx55194) - [West Okoboji Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Okoboji-Lake-Iowa.d6059934.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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