About
Comfortable Accommodations The Northwest Inn in Spencer offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities including a work desk, TV, and wardrobe. Each room features a bath, shower, and complimentary toiletries. Convenient Facilities Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, a lounge, outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. The inn provides a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and express check-in and check-out services. Dining Options A continental breakfast is served in-room, and the property offers a meeting room for business travelers. Additional amenities include a microwave, carpeted floors, and free toiletries. Local Attractions Located 17 mi from Arnolds Park Amusement Park and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum, 19 mi from Higgins Museum and Gull Point State Park, and 25 mi from Kearney State Park. Fort Dodge Regional Airport is 88 mi away.
128 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 7.5
- Staff
- 7.5
- Location
- 7.5
What Guests Say
- “It was conveniently located and comfortable for the cost.”
- “The room and bed were ok”
Top Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Standard Double Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Standard King Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
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What Guests Loved
Based on 128 reviews
Pros +
- Clean and friendly
- price
- It was conveniently located and comfortable for the cost.
Cons -
- The hot water temperature you could only take a shower for five minutes in the water would start getting cold. Did tell the front desk about that.
- sink wouldn't drain tv was hard to use - I had them help get it turned on, but then when I tried to turn it on later, I couldn't do it. breakfast was prepackaged muffins and sad.
- We were on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator.
Clean and friendly
The hot water temperature you could only take a shower for five minutes in the water would start getting cold. Did tell the front desk about that.
price
sink wouldn't drain tv was hard to use - I had them help get it turned on, but then when I tried to turn it on later, I couldn't do it. breakfast was prepackaged muffins and sad.
It was conveniently located and comfortable for the cost.
We were on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator.
The bath tub didn¿t drain, there was hair in the tub. The sheets were not the best. Could of had more for breakfast beside just cereal. No cream for the coffee.
The room and bed were ok
Coffee, milk, muffins and cereal was all they had with little selection on the muffins or cereal. I was told the place was full but there was only 6 cars in the lot compared to the number of rooms for two floors.
Overall, it was a decent room.
The price was a little high but that¿s expected near Lake Okoboji during the summer. The Air conditioner was noisy but I figured out how to put it on sleep mode and economy mode.
Room wasn't cleaned very well and the bed sheets had several really bad stains on them. We had a sheet with us and used it on top of the bed. Terrible even for the price!!
Room not very clean and bed sheets were terrible!!! The breakfast was a joke!
wifi was worthless, room phone was just a prop, and it was obvious a guest was smoking in their room as soon as i walked up the hall
Location
I don¿t think the room was cleaned from the previous guest. There was hair all over the bathroom floor and in the tub. The toilet had poop stains in it and the carpet was obviously not vacuumed in a while.
Clean rooms! Awesome for late night check ins! Looks recently remodeled! Awesome stay!
Could use better breakfast options
The hotel was 8 minutes from the Clay Co. Fair grounds. Staff were very friendly
The floor in our room was horribly dirty. Not vacuum and felt,in spots,as if something had been spilled and not cleaned up, almost a sticky feeling. The check in area and eat in area where dirty and cramped. We didnt eat breakfast there due to this reason
Close to front, they allowed me first floor, there was a recliner I did not expect. Strong shower head & water pressure. Breakfast was just enough variety, kept hot & kept out for a longer period think was convenient. GREAT front desk clerk
Clearly the bath & Shower had been renovated at some point but rather sloppy above the shower liner. Water in shower was drippy upon exit. Might have seen bugs...
Location.
There was a dirt boot print on the sheets when we pulled them back. There is no way those sheets were laundered. When I checked out the girl had four friends sitting in the front lobby just hanging out with her. She also couldn't tell me what I paid!!
It was easy to get to and a very reasonable price
Pretty dated
The coffee was good
It had a very depressing vibe. It was very outdated. The bed was very uncomfortable. The room smelled musty. Spend the extra few bucks and stay at the days inn across the street.
Close to Walmart and restaurants
No pool. Not much for breakfast
The hotel was updated in pretty colors.
Piling sheets. Some yellow towels along with white towels and super rough. The sink fixture has been scratched to death. So gross. There was white splatters all over the inside of the bathroom door and wall.
Honestly we were not at the hotel long. We were in town to attend the Clay County Fair so we only really slept and left. It certainly served its purpose.
If we had planned for a longer stay I don't think I would have chosen this hotel as there is no pool. It is a smaller hotel but it seemed well kept.
This facility is obviously dated.
Manager claims there was a dog in the room and there was not. The charge was delayed but this is one way to charge an extra $25.00 for the so called "deep cleaning" required.
We were on the ground floor = no stairs or elevators. : )Fairly quiet.Firm beds.Clean room.
Not a lot of parking.Small breakfast area.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Location
209 11th Street Southwest, Spencer, IA
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