Located in the heart of it all, Best Western Holiday Lodge offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and Bennigan's restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi, relax at the indoor pool or work out at the 24-hour gym. With express check-out, helpful staff have made previous guests feel right at home.
Central Gardens of North Iowa - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Surf Ballroom and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
City Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Clear Lake State Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Clear Lake State Park Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 3 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Casey's General Store - 6 min walk
Culver's - 6 min walk
Lake Time Brewery - 2 min drive
KWIK STAR #223 - 15 min walk
About this property
Best Western Holiday Lodge
Best Western Holiday Lodge is just 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle during limited hours. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Bennigan’s, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
136 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle from 7 AM to 10 PM
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Business center
7 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (5899 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Bennigan’s - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per day
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 7 AM to 10 PM.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Holiday Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Holiday Lodge?
Yes, Bennigan’s offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Best Western Holiday Lodge like?
Best Western Holiday Lodge is located a short 18-minute walk from Central Gardens of North Iowa.
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Reviews
Best Western Holiday Lodge Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many reviewers praising its quality, variety, and exceptional service. (26 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
CLEAR LAKR
VERY FRIENDLY STAFF CLEAN
KAREN
KAREN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Great breakfast and rewards
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Very Pleasant
Very nice and clean.
Great breakfast!!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Great hotel
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Very close to quaint downtown. Ate at sports bar 5 minutes from the hotel and had delicious burgers! Would definitely stay here again.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Super good value. Very good restaurant connected to motel.
CHRIS
CHRIS, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
great place to stay for work. The area is nice and the rooms are very comfortable. Bennigans restaurant is a great place to eat that is paired closely to the hotel.
Corey
Corey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Hotel was great. Only complaint is 5he beds were like sleeping on cardboard.
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
My stay was great, quiet and peaceful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The downside was the breakfast and coffee, very limited and no one was doing anything about the coffee on Saturday morning.
Sheldon
Sheldon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Check in was quick. Room was clean and comfortable. The only complaint is that they elevator was very slow.
James
James, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 5, 2025
The place is very old with extensive carpets everywhere
1-2 star at best
The services were excellent as well as the staff
Ali
Ali, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Booked a last minute stay around 10:30 pm same night while traveling, showed up 10 minutes later and was graciously welcomed, as well as having a surprisingly nice room. Would stay again.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Clean, convenient to area attractions; good breakfast. Nice to have a restaurant/bar on premises.
Jennifer M
Jennifer M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Very nice place
Nycole
Nycole, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
The Breakfast was very good. they had the whole menu for the week posted. Had a yogurt machine which was very nice. It is a large property. When I checked in, the clerk gave me a map and told me exactly where to go and let me keep the map. A very nice touch
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
Room was small, but clean and quiet... bed was comfortable. Had my highest sleep score in weeks! Breakfast was more than expected. Friendly check in staff.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great find! Clean, convenient location, free shuttle to the Surf Ballroom, super friendly, helpful staff. My only criticism is that we were put in a separate building with no elevator, so we had to lug our cases up two flights of stairs. (Maybe a hot tub by the pool too?)
Tresa
Tresa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Nice location to transport us to surf.
Lavon
Lavon, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 14, 2025
Did not feel comfortable in the annex building. Room could us some serious updates. Also did not like the fact you had to go thru an underground tunnel to the main building for breakfast.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Trip
Breakfast was great
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Great l
What a find! This hotel was an exceptional value and had so many thoughtful features. Included breakfast was exceptional and served with actual glass plates and metal silverware. Our pet-friendly room was convenient for outdoor access. Staff were friendly and helpful. Conveniently located just off the interstate for overnight stops like ours. When we are in this area again we will definitely stay here.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
Clean rooms. Convenient location. Disappointed restaurant wasnt open later on Friday night.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2025
Served our purposes just fine. Our bathroom had no fan so didn’t enjoy fogged up mirrors after shower
Dorothy
Dorothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Very quiet and private and easy to access shopping and food.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 7, 2025
The property was clean but needs some updates and fixing.