Days Inn by Wyndham Mason City  

Just outside Mason City's center and a few minutes from the airport, this budget-friendly hotel sits about 3 km from downtown. You're a short drive from the Historic Park Inn Hotel, Music Man Square, Meredith Willson Boyhood Home and the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum.

Fifty-seven air-conditioned rooms feature LED/flat-screen TVs, coffee and tea makers, desks, and shower/tub combinations. Rooms are simply furnished with an easy Midwestern vibe, plus free Wi‑Fi and hair dryers; there's also an on-site hot tub for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Keep fit in the 24-hour fitness center, then relax in the hot tub. Complimentary wireless internet and free self-parking simplify your stay, while a bar, on-site restaurant, ironing/press services and a TV in the common area cover the practical touches. A complimentary continental/on-the-go breakfast is served daily.

Complimentary wireless internet and a computer station help you stay connected. Phones offer free local calls, and a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff is on hand.

Start with the complimentary continental or on-the-go breakfast, then return for evening drinks at the on-site bar or a meal in the restaurant. For quick coffee or local eats, nearby spots include Beanzy's, Suzie-Q Cafe and Cabin Coffee Co.