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A spacious dining hall with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and hanging lights.

A wooden porch with a bench, potted plants, and a view of the garden.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a cash register, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, potted plants, and tables and chairs.

1. Brown County Inn

13.1 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Mary

£109

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A stone building with a sloped roof, a door, and a small window.

A courtyard with a fountain, a bench, and a building with large windows.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a grand staircase, and a large window providing natural light.

A marble statue on a staircase with wooden railings and potted plants.

2. IU Biddle Hotel

7.3 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Natalie

£98

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A gazebo with a white railing and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a wardrobe, and wall-mounted lamps.

A spacious room with a spiral staircase, a dining area with wooden chairs, a water dispenser, and a green cushioned bench.

A gazebo with a white lattice railing, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.

3. Century Suites Hotel

5.7 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Rebecca

£87

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A building entrance with a sign reading "ENTRANCE," a brick wall, a wreath, a Christmas tree, and an American flag.

A living room with a fireplace, a Christmas tree, and holiday decorations.

A house with a porch, two white rocking chairs, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, and two framed pictures on the wall.

4. Wampler House

5.8 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Fredricka

£114

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A living room with a stone fireplace, two blue sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden bench.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a small table.

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a comfortable seating arrangement, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a blue sofa, and a view of a pool through large windows.

5. Quality Inn Nashville - Bloomington

13.3 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Angela

£98

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A serene pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the sunset.

A restaurant with a curved glass roof, tables, chairs, and a view of the outside.

A hotel with a landscaped garden, a pond, and a waterfall.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and umbrellas providing shade.

6. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

5.3 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Ben

£55

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a prominent "HOME2" sign.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass walls, and yellow chairs around the pool area.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a large window providing a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen area with a bar setup, including stools and a coffee station.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

8.3 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Roy

£95

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A stately building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a porch, and a well-maintained garden.

A cozy room with a large bed, a television, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with patterned armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a staircase in the background.

A wooden door leading to an outdoor patio with two chairs and a white fence.

8. Showers Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 7.7 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

C Kerry

£100

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lounge area with a long dining table, leather sofas, a fireplace, and a TV screen.

A bar area with a stone wall, multiple TVs, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television mounted on a stone wall.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 7.9 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Zemen

£113

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered walkway and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with a patterned carpet, seating area with sofas and armchairs, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view.

A lobby with reception desks, a mural of a cityscape, and a bookshelf with magazines.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

9.3 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Anne

£85

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A historic stone building with a red-tiled roof, a central arched entrance, and a statue in front.

A rooftop restaurant with tables set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a clock tower.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with bottles and plants, and large windows with curtains.

A cozy living room with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, and patterned wallpaper.

11. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

7.5 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

JOHN PAUL

£143

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A large, two-story house with a white exterior, multiple windows, and a front porch with white railings.

A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a floral-patterned carpet.

A well-lit reception area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.

A porch with white railings and wooden rocking chairs, overlooking a street with houses and a street lamp.

12. Grant Street Inn

Old Northeast Downtown, 7.6 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Steven

£109

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A row of traditional wooden houses with a well-maintained garden and a clear street in front.

A covered porch with white railings and rocking chairs.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone fireplace, and large windows.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Artists' Colony Restaurant."

13. Artists Colony Inn

13.2 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Dawn

£127

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade and a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and columns, with a view of trees through large windows.

A modern restaurant with a mix of seating options, including tables and booths, and a visible kitchen area.

14. Hyatt Place Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 7.7 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Carrie

£93

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A brick pathway leading to a building with a balcony and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a coffee maker, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the outside.

15. Cascades Inn

9 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Hui

£55

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with blue seating, a kitchen area, and a TV screen.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a brick building.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with chairs, and decorative elements like a plant and abstract wall art.

A modern hotel room with a seating area, a table, a television, and a large window with curtains.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 7.5 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Michelle

£98

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a chalkboard wall with food-related drawings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a mirror.

A snack and beverage area with shelves stocked with various snacks, a refrigerator with drinks, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, two armchairs with patterned cushions, a patterned carpet, and a large window with curtains.

17. Hampton Inn Bloomington

8.6 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Frances

£78

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a television, and a sofa.

An indoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a dining area.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

9.1 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Aparna

£111

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, trees, and a building with large windows.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a glass-top buffet, stainless steel appliances, and a view of trees through large windows.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington, 7.7 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Jackie

£115

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A compact kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in oven, a refrigerator, and a small dining table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a modern design, a clock on the wall, and a potted plant to the side.

A vending area with a Coca-Cola cooler, a Maxwell House coffee machine, and a Candlewood Cupboard.

20. Candlewood Suites Bloomington by IHG

8.4 mi from Paynetown State Recreation Area

Melanie

£74

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Paynetown State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Brown County Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,196 reviews	View
IU Biddle Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,789 reviews	View
Century Suites Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 508 reviews	View
Wampler House	9.8 Exceptional 169 reviews	View
Quality Inn Nashville - Bloomington	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Paynetown State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hot Tub, Lake Monroe Views! 22-Acre Outdoor Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"A perfect place to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary, Our 5 adult kids and their spouses were very happy with the clean and roomy accommodations. We also invited a number of wedding participants. Everyone was excited about the rooms and other amenities. The excellent "bar room" was a perfect spot to relax.Jenny Bell was a perfect hostessThe outdoor patio overlooked Lake Monroe with a perfect view.We are all till talking about the fun we had. Everyone joined in the cooking in the well stocked kitchen. They all want this to be a repeat experience"

Bloomington Cabin, Mins to Campus/Lake Monroe

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this property! Spotless, had everything you could need, very comfy and dog friendly! Owners are very sweet!"

Lake Monroe's Cozy Villa

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great place for a getaway out in nature. It was very conducive for bringing our pet. The property jad lots of great amenities, including a small dog park."

4 Bed | Hot Tub | Close to IU | Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent as always"

Hike, Fish & Boat Nearby! Bloomington Family Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Lots of space for parking and maneuvering boats. We had two and had no issues. The hosts were great and very accommodating. We really enjoyed our time at the cabin."

Other attractions near Paynetown State Recreation Area

Lake Monroe

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

Enjoy a great outdoor escape and thrill to year-round adventures amid the scenic surroundings of this expansive freshwater lake in south-central Indiana.

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Paynetown Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Paynetown Beach during your trip to Bloomington? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Moore's Creek State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Moore's Creek State Recreation Area during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve

You can take time to visit Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Cutright State Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Cutright State Recreation Area during your travels to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Two Herons Marina

Explore the waterfront in Bloomington with a trip to Two Herons Marina. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Pine Grove State Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Pine Grove State Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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North Fork State Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at North Fork State Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Paynetown State Recreation Area?

Paynetown State Recreation Area is located in Bloomington. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options. You'll find 48 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Paynetown State Recreation Area?

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a marina and a private beach. You'll find it 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Paynetown State Recreation Area.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Paynetown State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Paynetown State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Paynetown State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Paynetown State Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Paynetown State Recreation Area?

Local parks like Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, Pine Grove State Recreation Area and North Fork State Wildlife Refuge are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Monroe, Paynetown Beach and Allens Creek State Recreation Area. Stopping by Bloomington Speedway, Moore's Creek State Recreation Area or Cutright State Recreation Area is a fun way to see all the area has to offer.

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Our top choices for Paynetown State Recreation Area hotels

1. Brown County Inn

2. IU Biddle Hotel

3. Century Suites Hotel

4. Wampler House

5. Quality Inn Nashville - Bloomington

6. Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington

8. Showers Inn

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bloomington

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bloomington

11. Graduate by Hilton Bloomington

12. Grant Street Inn

13. Artists Colony Inn

14. Hyatt Place Bloomington

15. Cascades Inn

16. Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington

17. Hampton Inn Bloomington

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington by IHG

19. Hilton Garden Inn Bloomington

20. Candlewood Suites Bloomington by IHG

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Top Paynetown State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hot Tub, Lake Monroe Views! 22-Acre Outdoor Oasis

Bloomington Cabin, Mins to Campus/Lake Monroe

Lake Monroe's Cozy Villa

4 Bed | Hot Tub | Close to IU | Pet Friendly

Hike, Fish & Boat Nearby! Bloomington Family Cabin

Other attractions near Paynetown State Recreation Area

Lake Monroe

Paynetown Beach

Moore's Creek State Recreation Area

Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve

Cutright State Recreation Area

Two Herons Marina

Pine Grove State Recreation Area

North Fork State Wildlife Refuge

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