Unbelievable! The.staff.is.AMAZING! We arrived very late at night. It was a bitter cold Iowa night…read morearound 11:30. I had phoned ahead to tell them we were going to be late. From the moment we arrived, the service was beyond hospitable. The temperature was -19. We went to the room and the heater was working so hard it was screaming! We asked for a different room because we knew we could not sleep with the noise. The night clerk immediately switched us. Although the heater in the new room was not quite as noisy, it was still pretty bad. The next morning, we asked to be moved once again. Brent said he would go into every room to find one that was quiet. He found one. The day and night were still bitterly cold, but the heater was quiet. Two days later, we wanted to have a family gathering since we had not seen all the siblings for several months. We asked for recommendations of nearby places that we could get about 25 people together for lunch and visiting. Again, the Boulders staff came to the rescue. Once the breakfast area was cleaned, they said we could use that area and the beautiful lobby area to gather our family. It was extraordinary. I cannot give the ratings they deserve! You will not stay at a better place as far as friendly people and people who are willing to do almost anything to make your stay the best.

I stayed at Boulder Inn at Lake Okoboji on November 8 and 9, 2016. My room was very clean. It…read morewas a quiet room with a view out on the rear wooded lot. The breakfast the following morning was delicious and had lots of hot choices of breakfast items. I did forget two coats in a closet and several days later the hotel staff mailed both of my coats to me. I would gladly stay there again. I highly recommend it.

This hotel is on a golf course. A fabulous hotel with very friendly and helpful staff and the most…read morepeaceful scenery I could have asked for. My husband and I made reservations but needed to change them last minute. Lori, the manager was very accommodating, and when we arrived, we found out our room was not on ground level (We had to carry a lot of luggage from the car), so they moved us to a beautiful, ground level corner room with windows that overlooked the golf course. After a hard day of travelling, it was exactly what we needed. Quiet, peaceful, and very comfortable. The staff always seemed to have a smile on their face and they gave great recommendations for the local restaurants. They also had a restaurant on site that was open from early afternoon to late at night. I was surprised by the quality and quantity for what you paid. Breakfast was decent, waffles, cereal, fruit, yogurt, oatmeal, eggs, bacon or sausage (it looked like they alternated between days) baked goods and a little coffee bar at the front. They ran out of eggs when we came out for breakfast, but one of the front desk workers immediately refilled the tray when we expressed disappointment that we missed it. The surrounding area is very green and lush, and I enjoyed the little birdhouse that was next to the entrance. Highly recommend.

We stayed here while attending a wedding in the area. The rooms were spacious and clean. The shower…read morewas nice and hot and had good pressure. The beds and pillows were comfortable. Our AC wasn't working but unplugging it and plugging it back in did the trick. It was hotter than hell outside but our room was nice and sleep-well cool. Breakfast was free and it was good. Instant oatmeal (wish it wouldn't have been instant), scrambled eggs, and sausage is what I ate for breakfast. Everything was hot. The area was clean. There were plenty of tables for the guests. While the building and rooms are showing signs of age, I gave them an extra star because the staff was so nice. Whether it was providing directions, welcoming us, getting Husband a toothbrush he forgot, or helping us with our AC, everyone we encountered worked together as a team to ensure we had everything we needed and that our stay was pleasant. Well done.

Came here for work. The room was ok. Whoever made the bed needs some training…read more The restaurant 1730 tap house, NOT RECOMMENDED!!! Inedible!!! Super salty, steak was as thin as a cardboard. The breakfast was unappetizing. Containers were dirty. And if you still want to eat, make sure you get your breakfast by 530 or you don't eat. We got there at 730 and everything was gone and they never replenished them. I think if you're passing through, don't stay here unless you absolutely have to.

Great place to stay, but fills up quickly. Water pressure was super good, room super tidy and up…read morekept. People vey friendly, parking lot was spacious. Coffee and breakfast bar was also well maintained (egs, waffle, sausages, biscuits + gravy, milk, yogurt, fruit, etc) generous hours 5am-10am. I'd give 5 stars if they were pet friendly.

I had the pleasure of staying at this hotel for a business meeting last week. I can't say enough…read moreabout the hotel staff at this amazing hotel! The staff was very accommodating and helpful. In addition, the hotel was very clean and comfortable. The event center was perfect for my business needs. It was large, clean and had a large screen/projector for my business meeting. I travel for a living; this hotel stay surpassed my expectations.

not clean and no one ever at service desk. Front desk personnel were always in their car in…read moreparking lot smoking and on their phone.

This place sucks! I won't be back! Not much for amenities! No breakfast, No pool, No elevator to…read moresecond floor, BATHROOM DIRTY , No Kleenex, Had to ask for more towels. This is really a bare bones motel! It used to be pretty nice. Price is cheaper. I decided this place is not for me! I am on a 10hr. Trip to visit family out of state. So staying here with no amenities will cost me more travel time running around to get breakfast and lunch. At least if you can eat breakfast at your motel it is worth the money to pay more for your room. I was tired when I booked here, wish I would have not made a reservation. Oh yeah, I give cudos to the nice evening deskclerk! She was helpful. Bed clean and comfortable though. I decided I just don't like bare bones motels.

This was one of the worst hotel experiences we have had in a long time. I do have to say the only…read morepositive part was the front desk clerk. She was amazing and super kind. The first room we checked into at 11:30pm was moldy and musty smelling. There were towel hangers on the floor and the A/C would not turn on. We could also hear our neighbors yelling which of course is not the hotels fault. So I went up and asked to move rooms. She said no problem! The 2nd room was upstairs, no elevator so we hauled all our things up. This room was even worse than the first!! This room had burns in the carpet, missing light bulbs and lamps that didn't work but the worst part was the LIVE WORMS in the toilet!!!! I said no way are we staying here! If there was still worms in the toilet what else was in that room? Like I said the front desk lady was extremely nice and understanding. We got our refund the next day. The sad part is this is the newest hotel in Carroll so our advice, drive the extra 1/2 hour to Manning or Jefferson

Clean room, comfy beds, over-chlorinated pool, less than optimal breakfast (we are eating an actual…read morebreakfast at a Cafe down the road).

What a wonderful surprise to find this gem for our sisters get away! The beds were very…read morecomfortable, the rooms were immaculate with all of the contemporary amenities of a much more expensive hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful with suggestions on where to eat, and places to visit. I would highly recommended staying here if you're in the area!

Occasional visitor to this area, with multiple nights at hotels in Harlan and Walnut. Stayed at…read morethis new hotel (summer 2018) over July 4 weekend. Room was very large. King bed in main room and pullout sofa bed. Accommodated our family of 4 easily enough. Clean. No complaints. Price point at $150 reflects all that. They have a coffee maker, fruit and granola bars. I opted to walk to the nearby Wazby's across the parking lot. Plenty of hot breakfast sandwiches and like. Did not try the pool or workout room but they looked nice enough.

This is THE best hotel I have stayed in - in years! Our stay was at the beginning of July, 2023. We…read morebooked a total of 12 rooms for a family gathering. The manager and staff were exceptional and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. The hotel was CLEAN - very few hotels can claim this! Beds and pillows were great. The location is off of the lake so we enjoyed our view of the lake as we sat right outside our room on the little patio and enjoyed our lowa days and nights. Jody- you are amazing and Thank You for giving us an enjoyable place to stay!

I have stayed here 4 times over the years because it's midpoint from my daughters to home…read more It used to be clean although old. Concrete block walls, 80's particle board furniture. You get the idea. But clean and under 50 bucks. I will not stay there again however. The smell alone. Smoke and mold. I should've slept in my car. But it was after midnight and I needed a shower. The very very cheapest thin small old towels , pillows and toiletries. The carpet is disgusting. Look at this picture of the carpet near the bathroom. Now all my clothes even smell like smoke! And the price went up.

Very clean. Few amenities but I had a great 2 nights sleep. Quiet and comfortable. Bummer they…read moredidn't serve even continental breakfast or have vending machines but right next door to a Casey's and Mavericks. I would stay again.

Amazing room, beautiful artwork and lovely people! We stayed in the Larsson room and themed on…read morewatercolor Artist, Carl Larsson

The Vermeer Suite was beautifully decorated and large. The bathroom was big with an interestingly…read moreshallow tub. The location was convenient in the center of town and literally walking distance from everything (it's a small town). The beds were firm and not overly comfortable, but the room was very clean. The entrance to the room was direct to outside where we conveniently parked on street right in front of the room. It was a little confusing when we got there because the sign to the place is where the rooms are,but the innkeepers live across the street which is where you check in. I wish this place served breakfast because in a Sunday morning in lake city there is literally no where to eat. The one breakfast joint is closed on Sunday, which we didn't know.