The small rural community of Persia, Harrison County, Iowa, is located in the western part of the state, approximately 35 miles northeast of Omaha, Nebraska. Persia does not offer any motel accommodations, but the neighboring towns of Shelby, Harlan, Avoca and Walnut provide several convenient lodging, recreation and dining options.
Located approximately 14 miles southeast of Persia in the neighboring town of Shelby, the pet-friendly Shelby Country Inn and RV Park provides 16 guest rooms with either two double-size beds or a queen-size bed, and family suites, able to accommodate up to six people. All rooms and suites are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access and cable televisions. Explore the nearby Rock Island Old Stone Arch Nature Trail, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, or go golfing at Avoca Golf Course, eight miles away. Local restaurants include the Corn Crib Restaurant and Convenience Store and Dairy Queen.
The newly constructed 45-guest-room Settle Inn and Suites is situated approximately 16 miles northeast of Persia in the town of Harlan. This inn offers an indoor swimming pool, free continental breakfast and complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access. Nearby eateries include Boarder Fare, Mickel's Restaurant and China Pan Restaurant. Discover the quaint downtown area of Harlan complete with stores and cafes, and venture to Case International Harvester Museum and learn about the history of tractors. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, boating and fishing at the 422-acre Prairie Rose State Park, located approximately 10 miles away.
Situated within 20 miles of Persia, the pet-friendly Motel 6 Avoca provides an indoor pool and guest rooms with complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access. Enjoy a round of golf at the Avoca Golf Club, less than a mile away, or go antique shopping at Antique City Mall, located approximately seven miles away. Spend the day fishing, canoeing or hiking through beautiful woodlands at the 147-acre Arrowhead Park, situated in the neighboring town of Neola. Local restaurants include Maid-Rite, featuring classic American fare, and Subway Restaurant.
The Econo Lodge Inn and Suites is located approximately 23 miles southeast of Persia in Walnut. The town of Walnut is known as Iowa's "Antique City" and is home to numerous, eclectic specialty stores, antique shops and restaurants. The pet-friendly motel provides 40 guest rooms with complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access and serves a free daily continental breakfast. Notable local attractions include outdoor recreation at Prairie Rose State Park, five miles away, and the International Harvester Museum, six miles away. Grab a bite to eat at the Villager Restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or try Tony's Barbecue Bistro.
