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Bluffside Gardens

2.0 star property
Decorah resort with 24-hour fitness

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Escape to Bluffside Gardens, a serene rural retreat where you can unwind in the garden or gather around the firepit. With express check-in and check-out, laundry facilities, outdoor furniture, an entertainment area and high-speed WiFi - this resort is designed for relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills
  • Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Flat-panel TV
The current price is $140
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

Room options

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 Park St, Decorah, IA, 52101

What's nearby

  • Porter House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Agora - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Amundsons Clothing - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Luther College - 4 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie's Biergarten - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Family Table Decorah - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bluffside Gardens

Bluffside Gardens is a great choice for a stay in Decorah. Guests can enjoy the 24-hour fitness center, along with onsite hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 units
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Friday - Friday (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's Jervis mobile app before check-in
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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 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Charcoal grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle parking
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Bluffside Gardens Resort
Bluffside Gardens Decorah
Bluffside Gardens Resort Decorah

Frequently asked questions

Does Bluffside Gardens offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bluffside Gardens does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bluffside Gardens?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bluffside Gardens?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bluffside Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bluffside Gardens and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does Bluffside Gardens have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a patio.

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Bluffside Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Family friendly
Children
Bed
Location
Service staff
Building
Spacious room
Kitchen

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Will be back.
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location near the bike trail. Beautiful native plants in landscape.
Annette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

College visit

We were visiting Luther with our son and decided to stay the night before the visit. We were very happy with this place and would definitely go back if we need to stay in Decorah again! The grounds were adorable and the beds were super comfy!!
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great. Loved the room. Loved the landscaping. Employees were all very friendly.
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel alternative! The grounds are done nicely and there’s a small walking path.
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean place! very responsive!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious Great location Clean and welcoming!
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They were very helpful when I asked to check in early because of my daughter’s schedule. We liked the spacious room. We’ll stay there again.
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good sized rooms nice patios
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Much better than a hotel!

This is a great spot when visiting Decorah. It was great to have a space for our whole family to stay together. The grounds are well-kept and the setting is beautiful
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely satisfied with our stay

Extremely nice place. Extremely pleased with the staff. Quite and out of the way but not far from town.
Roger, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We liked Having a little space of our own. We visited in winter but I imagine the gardens would be very pretty. Just as an fyi the drawer front on the nightstand L of the bed was broken. Enjoyed our stay.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great getaway

Even with the fact that they are still under construction on some units the place is amazing. Very peaceful and comfortable. We will definitely stay again!!!!
Mike, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place so neat. So convenient with the self check in and out. It was a unique stay and our kids thought it was the coolest. Definitely recommend.
Kallie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy and clean

Everything was very clean, brand new and well stocked with needed items. Bed was comfortable and pillows were great. This place would be a great place to stay whether visiting a child at Luther College or checking out all the nature trails in the area.
Stephannie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

natural setting, bicycle friendly

We loved staying here. Loved our private patio with deer and other wildlife visitors. Nice people who own/ run this project. We will definitely return. Great addition to Decorah. Well done. Oh, I forgot to mention, very Bicycle friendly. Love, Love,Love
View from one of the private patios
Pauline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s going to look awesome once the landscaping is finished. Free standing buildings with lighted walkways at night. Rooms are very generous size and have patios, nice touch. Only downside was no hair dryer everything else was great!
Kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New facilities very clean. Didn't seem to be any staff around but didn't need any. Was emailed a door code for my cabin ahead of time
James A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would stay again. Room for improvement.

Neat place to stay. We had 6 people and had a 2 bedroom unit. It was perfect size. Downside was the downstairs bathroom did not have a door that closed. There was something wrong with the top hinge. There was also alot of dog or cat fur on the floor. Our socks were covered. We had to sweep. This is a non-pet place I thought but it was a messy with pet hair so someone before us had a pet in there. The patio was nice we used the grill. Nice kitchen area. Beds were super comfortable which is better than an hotel! Overall would recommend this place. Would recommend the cleaning people vacuum between guests. Even the hard floors/stairs.
Jami, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a lovely place to stay. The condo was clean, comfortable and easily accessible. I especially enjoyed the water pressure in the showers and how quickly the unit heated up after the outdoor temps plummeted.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Last minute trip. Great facility with a convenient location. We brought our bikes and used the trail that took us downtown and around Decorah. Would definitely go again!
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful newer property - perfect for a girls trip!!
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
Jen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Although I did not receive the text with my check in information because I was traveling through areas with poor reception. When I reached out to them, I received the information immediately.
Ronald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Affordable cabins with prairie landscaping

I’d recommend staying at Bluffside Gardens in Decorah! It was a lovely place, with fantastic views of natural prairie wildflowers, pine trees, great landscaping! So relaxing just viewing goldfinches, hummingbirds, deer and other surprising creatures!
Front of cabin view
Cabin Back patio
Cynthia, 4-night trip