Title: Independence Travel Guide: Best of Independence, Iowa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Hotels.d118113.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Holiday-Rentals.d118113.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Independence Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Independence.d118113.Car-Hire-Guide)[Independence Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence.d118113.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Independence Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Independence, Missouri, USA - June 16, 2023: Afternoon sunlight shines on the historic core of downtown Independence.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/118113/2ed5d977-f638-4911-8392-3d6465bbc21b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Independence, Missouri, USA - June 16, 2023: Afternoon sunlight shines on the historic core of downtown Independence.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/118113/2ed5d977-f638-4911-8392-3d6465bbc21b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Independence Things to do - Top hotels in Independence - Top Holiday Rentals in Independence ![Comfort Inn & Suites Independence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1492600/1492519/d2a1ed9e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Independence 2100 Swan Lake Boulevard Independence IA £95 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (370 reviews) Frint desk person was very nice. Room is clean. Stayed here before...it is my goto if I need a room. Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=1492519&PinnedHotelID=1492519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=118113) ![Super 8 by Wyndham Independence IA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/855500/855446/25195839_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Independence IA 2000 1st Street West Independence IA £67 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (178 reviews) Nice and quiet, comfortable bed, staff is friendly, nice stay overnight Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=855446&PinnedHotelID=855446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=118113) ![Cozy Chic Cabin on Private 10-acre Lake.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59670000/59662100/59662027/a04c9e49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Chic Cabin on Private 10-acre Lake. Independence IA Stay at this holiday home in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions River Ridge Golf Course and Wapsipinicon Mill ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews) Enjoyed our stay very much. Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=59662027&PinnedHotelID=59662027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=118113) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=59662027&PinnedHotelID=59662027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=118113) [See all 86 properties in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=118113) 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. ![Cozy Chic Cabin on Private 10-acre Lake.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59670000/59662100/59662027/a04c9e49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cozy Chic Cabin on Private 10-acre Lake. Independence IA Stay at this holiday home in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions River Ridge Golf Course and Wapsipinicon Mill ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews) Enjoyed our stay very much. Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterloo-Hotels-Peaceful-Fishing-Getaway-On-Peninsula-On-Private-Lake.h59662027.Hotel-Information) ![Where time slows down, and the river whispers its secrets!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105620000/105612600/105612504/a2b978b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Where time slows down, and the river whispers its secrets! Independence IA Stay at this cabin in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions River Ridge Golf Course and Wapsipinicon Mill are located ... Cute little cabin on the river A perfect little place to rest and enjoy a night away. The cabin is decorated beautifully. Lots of little extras. It's obvious the owners want you to have a good experience! The river is so peaceful. Highly recommend. Reviewed on 29 Aug 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Hotels-Where-Time-Slows-Down.h105612504.Hotel-Information) ![Oasis Near Water/Theme Park with Pool/Hot Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90180000/90172000/90171991/18dbe38c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oasis Near Water/Theme Park with Pool/Hot Tub Waterloo IA Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Waterloo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions South Hills Golf Course and Lost ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews) Mother nature threw a curve ball right before our stay. Host was dealing with some water damage due to power outage. We arrived after a 3 hour drive, only to find an empty pool. But Host Justin communicated the issue and he was on it, making sure he had the professionals there fixing everything and ... 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Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/River-Ridge-Golf-Course-Independence.d553248621565498299.Attraction) #### Buchanan County Health Center If Buchanan County Health Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Independence. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buchanan-County-Health-Center-Waterloo.d624550627582914560.Attraction) #### Wapsipinicon Mill You can study the exhibits at Wapsipinicon Mill, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Independence. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices. 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