Decorah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic brick building with a tower, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.
A wooden signpost with 'Vesterheim Museum' written on it, in front of a brick building with a sign reading 'Museum Entrance'.
Malanphy Springs Upper Waterfall
A waterfall cascading over rocks into a calm river, surrounded by trees and foliage.

Our guide on where to stay in Decorah

Find the best Decorah areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Decorah

If you're spending some time in Downtown Decorah, Agora and Amundsons Clothing are top sights worth seeing.

Hotel Winneshiek

Hotel Winneshiek

3.5 out of 5
104 East Water Street Decorah IA
The price is AU$239 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$239
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
Hotel Winneshiek
Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah

2 out of 5
1832 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
The price is AU$99 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$99
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Coffee was weak"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Decorah
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA

3.5 out of 5
2042 State Highway 9 Decorah IA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$188 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$188
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Decorah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Decorah, IA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Secluded 1860 Stone House recently remodeled on the Upper Iowa River by Bluffton

Secluded 1860 Stone House recently remodeled on the Upper Iowa River by Bluffton

Decorah IA
Stay at this holiday home in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Chimney Rock Park and Chimney Rock Wildlife Management ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great historic place that has great charm."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Secluded 1860 Stone House recently remodeled on the Upper Iowa River by Bluffton
Trout Cove Cabin - Fish, Hike & Relax all in one setting just North of Decorah

Trout Cove Cabin - Fish, Hike & Relax all in one setting just North of Decorah

Decorah IA
Stay at this cabin in Decorah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Seed Savers Exchange Heritage Farm and TNC Engbertson Wildlife ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"The prairie and stream were beautiful. We loved the outdoor covered deck and the 3 season enclosed porch. Everything was clean. The fishing was good for the amount of rain we had."

Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Trout Cove Cabin - Fish, Hike & Relax all in one setting just North of Decorah
The Cowboy Cabin, secluded and peaceful, only 5 min from town & sleeps 4.

The Cowboy Cabin, secluded and peaceful, only 5 min from town & sleeps 4.

Decorah IA
Stay at this cabin in Decorah. Enjoy in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Silvercrest Golf Club and Sollien Wildlife Management Area ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"Just didn't read the "fine" print so just left and didn't stay and ate the over-priced fee."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Cowboy Cabin, secluded and peaceful, only 5 min from town & sleeps 4.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Decorah attractions