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Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

2.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect work-play balance at this downtown Grinnell hotel, where a lobby fireplace sets the tone for a relaxing yet productive stay

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Comfort Inn & Suites in central Grinnell boasts friendly staff and a complimentary breakfast buffet. Guests can unwind in the indoor pool or spa tub. Practical amenities include laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and a business center for staying connected.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Grinnell, Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 is in the city centre. Bucksbaum Center for the Arts and Fred Maytag Bowl are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Arbor Lake and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center. Fun Valley Ski Area and Bison Corral are also worth visiting. Visit our Grinnell travel guide
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1630 West Street South, NE Side, Grinnell, IA, 50112

What's nearby

  • Green trees and pond with reflective surface. Pedestrian bridge over clear smooth pond. Central College campus in Pella, Iowa.
    Central Park
    4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Arbor Lake
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Grinnell College
    4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Bucksbaum Center for the Arts
    4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve
    6 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    14 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Subway
    14 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    3 min drive
  • Los Girasoles
    3 min drive

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80

Hotel in the city centre
Consider a stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 66 rooms boast comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds, down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 11 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: USD 1.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

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
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Comfort Grinnell
Comfort Inn Grinnell

Frequently asked questions

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$121.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 located?

Located in the heart of Grinnell, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Arbor Lake, Central Park and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank. Grinnell Historical Museum and UnityPoint Health - Grinnell Regional Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80 Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 480 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, nice clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my goto hotel when visiting my son at Grinnell. Staff are very pleasant, rooms are clean and large, and the beds are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Definitely on par with Fairfield Inn and or Springhill Suites. Like most hotels, rooms are cleaned every other day. Breakfast was better than average.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for price because of pleasant competent and hard working staff, my room was large clean and bed was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think the best moderately priced property in Grinnell. Nice room, tv, food and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was an older gentleman who checked me in who was extremely courteous and friendly! Made my stay a lot better after a long day of driving. Can't remember his name but he was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room was very spacious, clean and comfortable! Staff was very friendly and professional! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, comfortable. Good breakfast. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful, engaging, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room; convenient location to college
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice place to stay after a long day on the road. It is quiet and clean, and the hot tub really felt great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was well maintained. The staff for breakfast and the breakfast was great. They were very helpful. The food was good and plenty to choose from. The front desk staff was helpful with giving dinner options in the area. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable. Property was very good for the price. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Changde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel relative to the price. pretty clean and the bed is comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating with changes I had to make. Staff was very friendly as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Courteous staff Clean facility
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ILYAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service and good breakfast

Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bekki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Love this place and the family that owns and works here. I stay here everytime i come through. They are great with my service dog too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our Expedia reservation did not get through correctly, but the staff was so wonderful and accommodated our needs. Staff was always friendly and greeted us in the morning. Loved this hotel. Want to go back again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So fun for a family night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is near interstate, has good parking, clean comfortable room and bed, friendly professional staff, great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024