In the heart of the city, Spencer Inn and Suites offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy garden, and an inviting terrace. Guests appreciate free WiFi in their rooms and find laundry facilities handy for extended stays. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Spencer Municipal Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Clay County Heritage Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Clay County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Spencer Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
West Okoboji Lake - 26 min drive - 30.0 km
Getting around
Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 98 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Casey's General Store - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 5 min walk
The Prime Rib - 3 min walk
About this property
Spencer Inn and Suites
When visiting Spencer, Spencer Inn and Suites is a great choice to consider. Free perks include continental breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
55 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children
Up to 4 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
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Spencer Inn and Suites Motel Spencer
Frequently asked questions
Does Spencer Inn and Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Spencer Inn and Suites 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Spencer Inn and Suites?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Spencer Inn and Suites?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Spencer Inn and Suites?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Spencer Inn and Suites and nearby?
Spencer Inn and Suites has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Spencer Inn and Suites like?
Spencer Inn and Suites is in the heart of Spencer, a short 8-minute walk from Spencer Municipal Golf Course and 9 minutes' walk from Riverview Park.
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Spencer Inn and Suites Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Parking was convenient and easily accessible, with some rooms even having parking right outside the door. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
South T at its best!!!
Love staying here!!! Checkin remembers us & puts us in same room so it’s like coming home!!!
There are renovations being completed & every consideration given to customers!
Easy access to best breakfast in Spencer on same tarmac & best brewed coffee on tarmac across street…truly a south T experience!!!
terre
terre, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2025
South T livin!!!!
This is a very comfortable place to stay…comfortable beds, handy to breakfast cafe, & a fabulous coffee drive thru in the parking lot across hwy 18!! A great prime steakhouse within 1/2 blk! South T is the place to be…
terre
terre, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Service worth the price paid
Like rooom cleanness and breakfast
MUKESH
MUKESH, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
21 Jul 2025
My stay 7-20-2025
The toilet didn't work, howe, was fixed upon first call. Spider was at home in the bathtub.
They did let me check in early as my room was cleaned.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 May 2025
Give it a try
Was very quiet I so enjoyed that. Bed was comfy and slept well. We have stayed there every year for 3 years on Memorial weekend and it’s at a good location.
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
19 Jun 2024
Everything was clean and comfortable! Very nice place to stay!
Glenn
Glenn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul 2023
When ever weve stayed there always enjoy its a great place
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sept 2023
The bed was comfy, good breakfast, friendly staff. We would stay here again!!
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
15 Apr 2025
Didn't like that they advertise that they have free breakfast, but all they offer is a granola bar. This is a snack not breakfast. Also, Ice machine has been broken for quite a while now. it was broken the last time I stayed which was 2 or 3 stays ago.
Carrie
Carrie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Sept 2023
Was a nice place to stay. Clean room, good breakfast.
Dustin
Dustin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2022
It was a clean comfortable room and breakfast was good too. We'll stay here again
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2022
Rooms were clean and reasonable price
LYNN
LYNN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
Will stay again
Clean, quiet and good bed. Easy access to city amenities
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Sept 2023
Great room at great value
Clean, comfortable and good value.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2024
Never been here before and pleasantly surprised how good our accommodations were. Nice couple managers.
dorenda
dorenda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Nice easy area
D
D, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Sept 2022
We stay there every major holiday in the summer
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Aug 2023
Had a great time and the room was clean
Jill
Jill, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jun 2024
1st time stayin here. Very convenient. Staff was very helpful. Price was great for comparable hotels.
Jody D.
Jody D., 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Jul 2022
Room was very clean, and check in was smooth.
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2023
Very nice for a local establishment
Clean quiet and comfortable. Will stay here again
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Aug 2022
Great place to stay.
Older hotel but clean and quiet. Very comfortable bed. Friendly staff.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2022
Our room was very clean and quiet. Hotel was close to everything we needed.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2023
Great price for a very nice clean room!
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 May 2024
Well maintained & quiet. Great water pressure in shower. Comfortable beds.