Bed and breakfasts are often the choice for those who want the comforts of home while traveling. Those who run the establishments are often a good source of information for sights and events in the city of Waterloo. Breakfast is always provided in these small places, with homey atmospheres. Wellington Bed and Breakfast is a well-known historic colonial revival mansion to stay at and one of the most well-known bed and breakfasts in the area.
The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls is perhaps the most popular of the lodgings in the area, and the most exclusive. With individual log cabins, a rustic dining hall and full spa amenities, the Inn at Cedar Falls attempts to take you away from the city and place you in nature. The Meskwaki Casino Hotel can be considered a resort with full amenities as well as a casino and bingo hall attached to it. The largest casino in the region, it is also rated as a good place to stay.
Hotels are the most standard lodging in any city. Waterloo is no different and provides numerous chain hotels, such as AmericInn, Comfort Inn, Days Inn & Suites, and the Holiday Inn. Most come with basic accommodations and one-, or two-bedroom suites can be chosen from. Pools, hot tubs, or gyms are also standard in most hotels. Small kitchenettes are in the rooms, with a small fridge for drinks and the ability to order room service. Occasionally a continental breakfast will be provided.
Long-term lodging is a more affordable option for those desiring to stay longer term in Waterloo. Renting apartments, townhouses and homes from residents allows travelers to make a home away from home in the city, and settle in for a while. Long-term lodging can also be found outside the city in outlying regions in order to be closer to nearby parks or towns.
