Village West Resort & Hotel

2.5 star property
On private beach with indoor pool, near West Okoboji Lake

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Guests can enjoy serene lakeside views and paddle around the water in one of our kayaks.
Relax on the beach with comfortable sun loungers and beach chairs, some shaded by umbrellas, near a dock extending into the calm waters.
Enjoy a refreshing swim in our pool, complete with a diving board and comfortable seating.
Enjoy games and entertainment in this lively indoor space with pool tables, foosball, and a dartboard.
Enjoy water activities like kayaking and paddleboarding at this pool facility.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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20785 170th St, Spirit Lake, IA, 51360
  • West Okoboji Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Arnolds Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Select Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Spirit Lake

Village West Resort & Hotel places you adjacent to West Okoboji Lake. This resort has 70 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, a private beach, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • West Okoboji Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Okoboji Summer Theatre - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Brooks Golf Club - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Arnolds Park - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hutt Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Okoboji Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Godfathers Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Village West Resort & Hotel

On private beach with indoor pool, near West Okoboji Lake
Guests of Village West Resort & Hotel enjoy a private beach, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Other amenities at this beach resort include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
TVs come with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and ironing boards are also standard.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the resort. An indoor pool, a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Betsy's (open winter)
  • Boathouse (open summer)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per stay

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 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Village West Resort Hotel Spirit Lake
Village West Resort Hotel
Village West Hotel Spirit Lake
Village West Spirit Lake
Village West & Spirit Lake
Village West Resort & Hotel Resort
Village West Resort & Hotel Spirit Lake
Village West Resort & Hotel Resort Spirit Lake

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Village West Resort & Hotel?

Village West Resort & Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Village West Resort & Hotel?

This resort is located in Spirit Lake, just steps from West Okoboji Lake. You'll also find Gull Point State Park and Emerson Bay State Recreation Area within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Village West Resort & Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Village West Resort & Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Village West Resort & Hotel?

Yes, this resort has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Village West Resort & Hotel?

This lakeside resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a private beach, an indoor pool, and a beachfront restaurant.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this resort.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Village West Resort & Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Village West Resort & Hotel.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Village West Resort & Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Village West Resort & Hotel.

Does Village West Resort & Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Village West Resort & Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Village West Resort & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 171 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alex

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms are shockingly dated, not clean and give the feel of an institution. While we understand it was a holiday, the nightly rate was outlandish for the quality. It’s inexcusable there seemingly haven’t been any updates to the hotel in decades.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice resort and hotel. The pool was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean but stale cigarette smell.

If you loved the 80’s you will love the decore. It is clean, I checked for bugs and none were found. I can get passed the dated decore but the smell of old stale cigarette smoke bothered my allergies horribly. My bathroom vent fan also didn’t have a function light so I did my hair and makeup by sink light for the wedding I was attending. Also no wifi in my room to finish up and check in work stuff. Overall very clean and quiet but the smell was too much for my allergies, it was also a no smoking room. The main lobby had the same smell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Very nice!

Cozy and charming. Perfect for an overnight stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is no internet. The water was so bad tasting, I only sipped it for brushing my teeth.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty over all carpet/restroom shower horrible smelled bad not to mention spider webs and the beds were very worn out every time you mover you could fell the springs in the bed never again I did mention to the front desk about my stay This person said I knows about the situation I hear it all to much it's because we have cleaning services that clean for use and their is nothing we can do this was horrible what a waste of my money even the pool area was filthy. I never in my life stayed in a place as dirty as this and believe me I will share this with the pictures that I took in side and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ranya

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Discussing hotel, everything dirty, spider’s web you can see it inside the hotel around windows, the room bedding I don’t think they changed it after checkout because you can smell it, no even glasses to drink a water or cups for coffee, the only thing you can find in the bathroom bar of soap, the customer service at the time of the checking in was rude. Need lots of updates
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We enjoyed how large the whole property was. There was a lot to do and it wasn't overcrowded. Only bad thing is, there are courts and other activity area's available, but they don't have rackets, clubs etc to check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just good people
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look somewhere else...

Pretty gross. No way that there have been any updates to this place since they won an award in 1997. Was staying with the rest of our team and it was probably our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Okoboji had record rains this spring, and that caused some flooding into the vestibule for our hotel building. The smell was awful, and we had to hold our breath going in and out of the building. Apart from that, the rest of the stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The A/C would not stay on. The pillows were flat. We went out and bought our own. The shower had a lot of hair in it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamie

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

Filthy rooms, friendly staff

The staff was friendly, but the room was FILTHY. Food, wrappers, empty beverage containers... sticky surfaces clearly not cleaned, the bathroom sink wasn't cleaned and neither was the bathroom floor!! It sounds like I am exaggerating, but I am NOT! I've never seen anything like this before. Also, the hotel property is in a state of disrepair. It looks half-abandoned.
Left on the floor of hotel room.
Also on the floor of hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Ang

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Paper thin walls, very noisy, beds are hard as a rock, very outdated and needs more upkeep. Not worth the $100 dollars a night.The staff for the most part were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Beds were really hard, not to confortable. Room was not stocked with towels and could be cleaner. Staff was so polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Sally

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Initial greeting at check in was poor and not aware of how Expedia finance works, no wifi in the room, small tv, fire detector falling from ceiling, sink faucet leaking, no outside door locks, shrubs overgrown, towels old/worn, and overall VERY VERY OUTDATED vintage 1980's. Although the area is great (Okoboji), this room and amenities (or lack of any) is not worth the price paid. I would estimate a $85-90/night would be more appropriate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Throwback hotel and not in a good way

This hotel is one of the worst in which I have stayed in a long time. The entire facility is extremely run down and dirty. The room furniture is dorm-room quality/condition, and the bed featured a thin mattress and plastic covering and a bedspread that is straight out of the 80s. The restaurant was closed (in a tourist town on a holiday weekend), and several public bathrooms were out of order, as were half of the games in the "arcade". I would not have sat in that hot tub on a dare. WiFi is only available in the lobby, not in the rooms, which don't feature any appliances like a refrigerator or a microwave, despite being nowhere near anyplace to buy food. The only bit of updating was a small flat screen tv. Frankly, I was a little surprised it came with cable stations. The "beach" is small and quickly crowded. The water's edge is maybe forty yards in width. In four days I didn't see any sign of a housekeeping staff anywhere. There were a lot of threats of additional charges for leaving the room in "excessive disarray," but I saw candy wrappers up on top of hallway lights that had been there long enough to support cobwebs. If I had gotten this room at a serious bargain, I could have perhaps looked past the shabby condition and hall monitor atmosphere, but I paid the more per night ($220 on average) than I would have at a chain hotel that would have provided 21st century accommodations. Unless you are desperate and this is the only option, do not waste your money.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023