Santas Lodge and Resort

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Holiday World and Splashin' Safari

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Exterior
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Fishing
Interior
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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91 W CHRISTMAS BLVD, Santa Claus, IN, 47579
  • Place, Frosty's Fun Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Claus Christmas Store
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Holiday World and Splashin' Safari
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Claus

Santas Lodge and Resort places you next to Frosty's Fun Center and Spencer County Visitors Bureau. This 170-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Frosty's Fun Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Claus Christmas Store - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Holiday World and Splashin' Safari - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • 1935 Santa Statue - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Santa Claus Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Funnel Cake Factory - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kringles Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Santas Lodge and Resort

Hotel with free breakfast, near Holiday World and Splashin' Safari
Santas Lodge and Resort features an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and free tea bags/instant coffee are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Santas Lodge Resort SANTA CLAUS
Santas Lodge Resort
Santas Lodge and Resort Hotel
Santas Lodge and Resort SANTA CLAUS
Santas Lodge and Resort Hotel SANTA CLAUS

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Santas Lodge and Resort?

Santas Lodge and Resort offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Santas Lodge and Resort?

As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santas Lodge and Resort on Feb 10, 2026 start from $109.49, excluding 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.

What's there to do around Santas Lodge and Resort?

This hotel in Santa Claus is within a 10-minute walk of Frosty's Fun Center and Santa Claus Christmas Store. You'll also find Holiday World and Splashin' Safari and 1935 Santa Statue within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Santas Lodge and Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Santas Lodge and Resort include a casino at the property?

No, Santas Lodge and Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Santas Lodge and Resort?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is Santas Lodge and Resort a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, free breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does Santas Lodge and Resort have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Santas Lodge and Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Santas Lodge and Resort offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Santas Lodge and Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Santas Lodge and Resort.

Does Santas Lodge and Resort have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Santas Lodge and Resort?

The closest major airport to Santas Lodge and Resort is Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional), which is about 28.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Santas Lodge and Resort?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Santas Lodge and Resort.

Santas Lodge and Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 296 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alexandria

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Fine stay but would not come back

Staff was friendly and accommodating. The hotel lobby had a cozy feel but the rooms were pretty bare bones. It was an ok stay, breakfast and room amenities would be what you would expect from a motel. Low rating for a few reasons: Mainly due to the quality of sleep. Chip bags have more filling than the pillows provided, the staff did give us extra pillows which was great but needed like 3 to feel like one normal pillow. The bed was old and firm, the topper they had on the bed helped a little but was tossing all night and felt achy in the morning. Definitely not a restful sleep. Nothing against the hotel but if you are a light sleeper bring earplugs. Parents will let their spawn run down the halls screaming and play with the room phones and call your room. I travel A LOT. Never in my life have i had my room phone called. This happened every night and morning we stayed. The phone in the room is also ancient so the ringer is loud as hell. Scared us out of sleep the first night it happened. Hotel is also either dusty or musty, both me and my partner have allergies and they were acting up our entire stay. Overall the lodge needs some massive updates to justify the cost of the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms were clean but outdated. Pool area needs attention! Expected a little nicer for the $$$ Close to amusement park. You are able to see fireworks every night from hotel. Lots of family’s, felt very safe. Morning breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was such a great place to stay! It was clean, a short drive to Holiday World, and was exactly what we needed for our stay. We enjoyed the indoor pool and the breakfast was delicious. The vending machines being right by our room was a major plus! We will definitely plan to stay here again the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie, Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in and out was easy The shower switch did not work and we had to "shower" in the tub The beds were nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were parties in the parking lot, people grilling out at the back of their cars because they said they spent too much money at holiday world. They had a grill loud music everything when I went to the front desk, they said they would have the manager talk with me, but the manager never appeared even the next morning when I checked out, they said the manager would call me and that never happened. The invoice I received from the hotel was $202 per night, but I was charged over $500 through Expedia. I’m not very happy I have pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

rick

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Pick a different hotel

It is really out dated...I dont recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the 3rd and last time we stay here. The prices have reached the point where the convenience isn't worth it. We can stay a few minutes a way in a nicer hotel at the same price point. This place is huge. With a lot of potential. But it is run down and the common areas are not maintained and the room needs cleaned and also upgrades.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness
Already did
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Traveled with family
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quirky motel, lovely Santa themed lobby. Rooms were a decent size. Great location next to theme park within walkable distance. Not much in the way of restaurants nearby for an evening meal. Wanted to go into diner opposite but didn’t arrive until 8.20 so was told too late for sit down meal. Also wanted to visit Santas workshop shop afterwards but didn’t open till 11 which seemed a bit late. Breakfast in hotel was great with lots of variety available. Was a lovely hotel just a bit of a shame that local area was not well set up for tourist trade generated by theme park
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

samer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christin

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Cute place to stay with or without kids!

Cute! Older hotel but so worth a stay, the elves in the lobby transport you to a time of yesteryear, my kids (15 and 11) loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is definitely old. They need new pillows. I thought we were supposed to have a refrigerator and microwave but we didn't. We also saw a mouse in the room. The only good thing is it close to area attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice place to stay. Getting a little pricey to me but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the christmas theme
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Adequate

The hotel is adequate. It’s older and dingy. Breakfast is chaotic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025