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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a brick building in the background.

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

0.3 mi from Grinnell College

"A unique property — a boutique hotel converted from a 1921 junior high school. Large spacious rooms with 15 foot vaulted ceilings. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and non-intrusive. It's central, just a couple of blocks away from Broad street and Main street. There's free self parking on the street outside the hotel, and it's a 12 minute walk or a 5 minute bike ride to Grinnell College (there are free-to-borrow bikes available in the hotel). Best hotel in and around Grinnell by a...

Oluwagbemiga

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2 Dec - 3 Dec

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

2.7 mi from Grinnell College

Steven

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

2.6 mi from Grinnell College

Irina

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2 Dec - 3 Dec

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stainless steel sink, and wooden cabinetry.

4. Western Inn & Suites

3.1 mi from Grinnell College

Alan

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel room with a granite countertop sink, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a bed, and a window.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell

3.2 mi from Grinnell College

Sarah

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18 Nov - 19 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with checkered floor tiles, wooden walls, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Grinnell near University

2.9 mi from Grinnell College

Jonathan

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Grinnell College

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 423 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 994 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 622 reviews	View
Western Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	7.4 Good 99 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Grinnell	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 630 reviews	View

Top Grinnell College Hotel Reviews

Designer Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Expected alot worse based on other reviews stayed in hearts delight and penguin igloo room was clean and clean smelling and we had a great time. Very nice kid checked us in both times at front desk."

Grinnell Heritage Tiny House - On Organic Farm

8/10 Good

"The Tiny House was a cute little place to stay. The location is very convenient to downtown Grinnell. The interior was neat, simple, and covered the basics. The view looking over the little meadow and farm land was beautiful and peaceful. The bed in the loft was comfortable and cozy. For people with physical challenges it may be too difficult to maneuver up and down the stairs, but there is a futon couch that converts into a small bed. Overall we had a nice stay at the Tiny House."

Other attractions near Grinnell College

Central Park

8.8/10 (50 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Central Park, a lovely green space in Grinnell. Experience the jazz scene and live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grinnell College?

Grinnell College is located in an area of Grinnell that travellers like for its university setting. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Grinnell College?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grinnell College. Other good options within a few miles include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA and Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Grinnell College?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Grinnell College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grinnell College, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Grinnell College.

What can I see and do near Grinnell College?

Be sure to get some family photos at Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Conney M Kimbo Black Cultural Center and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center while you're out sightseeing near Grinnell College. At Arbor Lake, Central Park and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve, take some time to really appreciate nature. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Grinnell Historical Museum and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank.

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Our top choices for Grinnell College hotels

1. Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA