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A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A reception area with two reception desks, a modern wall design, and a vending machine.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone pillar, and large windows.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

7 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brittany

£112

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with stools and a high table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a telephone, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table, leather seating, and a stone fireplace.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

6.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Arnald

£99

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large painting of a lighthouse and pier on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard stand.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden beams, a reception desk, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a patterned backsplash.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

7.1 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Lujean

£59

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A conference room with rows of chairs, a podium, and a television on a stand.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

7.5 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Linda

£62

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

7.4 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

JoVan

£62

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade and a sign reading "My Place Hotel".

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

7.5 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Lacey

£83

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

An indoor water play area with a slide, a playhouse, and a pool.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, a geometric patterned wall, and a small shelf with various items.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A spacious room with a fireplace, dining table, and chairs.

7. Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

7.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brian

£82

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a computer station, and a decorative wall with a stone accent.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with a slide, surrounded by tables and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a small seating area.

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

3.8 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Brian

£64

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

The exterior of Mustangs Bar & Grill with a neon sign and horse decorations.

A large industrial building with a parking lot and a gas station in the foreground.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and slot machines, leather seating, and a large screen displaying sports events.

A compact bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a small table with a chair.

9. Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

10.6 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

mike

£60

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a dining set.

A spacious interior with a curved wooden staircase, a reception area, and a dining area with multiple chairs and tables.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs. There is a counter with food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a bed with a headboard.

10. Econo Lodge Watertown

5.9 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Thomas

£50

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A reception area with a stone pillar, wooden wall, two leather chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

A sign for a Super 8 motel with a pool and spa, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, seating, and a pool.

Two cardboard boxes labeled 'Pickleball Net' leaning against a wall in a hallway with wooden flooring.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

5.1 mi from Pelican Lake Recreation Area

GREGORY

£57

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 270 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown	9.4 Exceptional 411 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena	9.2 Wonderful 469 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Pelican Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

10/10 Excellent

"Very good and peaceful place to stay and rest."

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

8/10 Good

"It was a good value for the price.The breakfast was very good.A few things with room.The exhaust fan in the bathroom didn’t work and the upholstered chair should be replaced.All things considered we would stay there again if in the area."

Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

8/10 Good

"Good, clean and quiet"

Econo Lodge Watertown

8/10 Good

"Our room was very clean, but the hallway, stairs and garbage looked like they had been neglected. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was great. All in all a great place to stay for an affordable price."

Lake Luxury home: Elegance,Comfort,Fishing,Hunting.

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful 5-bedroom house on Lake Kampeska between 2 golf courses!

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic property!! We enjoyed our stay and the view was amazing. Extremely responsive owner and super easy check in and out. We will stay here again!"

Luxury Lakefront Condo w/ Private Hot Tub & Sauna

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property."

BBQ Ready: Lakefront Retreat in Watertown

10/10 Excellent

"Very relaxing, clean cabin right on the lake. Location was great, close to recreation and restaurants. View of the lake was beautiful."

Relaxing Lakefront Cabin, Family + Lake + Dock + Sunset + Be Here, All Year Fun!

10/10 Excellent

"The cabin was very clean and the property had a new dock for our boat and a large yard for games and a firepit. We rode our bikes on the trails all around the lake, about a 15 mile trip. All in all we had a great time!"

Other attractions near Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Bramble Park Zoo

9.2/10 (35 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Bramble Park Zoo during your travels in Watertown? Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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A sunset over a lake with a water tower and residential area.

Lake Kampeska

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Kampeska during your travels in Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Sandy Shore Recreation Area

You can take time to visit Sandy Shore Recreation Area during your travels to Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Codington County Extension

Codington County Extension is just one of the places to see in Watertown, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Cattail Crossing Golf Course

8.2/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Watertown at Cattail Crossing Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Watertown Family Aquatic Center

9.0/10 (13 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Watertown when you stop by Watertown Family Aquatic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Riverside Park

8.6/10 (13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Watertown. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Glacial Lakes Distillery

You can take time to visit Glacial Lakes Distillery during your travels to Watertown. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

Pelican Lake Recreation Area is located in Watertown. Travellers like the surrounding area for its shopping. You'll find 22 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Pelican Lake Recreation Area. Another good choice is Travel Inn, located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Pelican Lake Recreation Area?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Pelican Lake Recreation Area.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Pelican Lake Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Pelican Lake Recreation Area hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watertown by IHG

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

4. Quality Inn & Suites Watertown near Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

6. My Place Hotel - Watertown, SD

7. Best Western Watertown Inn and Suites

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Watertown

9. Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

10. Econo Lodge Watertown

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

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Top Pelican Lake Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Watertown, SD

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown

Super 8 by Wyndham Watertown

Econo Lodge Watertown

Lake Luxury home: Elegance,Comfort,Fishing,Hunting.

Beautiful 5-bedroom house on Lake Kampeska between 2 golf courses!

Luxury Lakefront Condo w/ Private Hot Tub & Sauna

BBQ Ready: Lakefront Retreat in Watertown

Relaxing Lakefront Cabin, Family + Lake + Dock + Sunset + Be Here, All Year Fun!

Other attractions near Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Bramble Park Zoo

Lake Kampeska

Sandy Shore Recreation Area

Codington County Extension

Cattail Crossing Golf Course

Watertown Family Aquatic Center

Riverside Park

Glacial Lakes Distillery

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