West Bend, IA

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The Grotto in the winter
The Grotto in the winter
A portion of the Grotto of the Redemption looms ahead, this monument is enormous and incredible. The largest accumulation of rocks and exotic gems in the world.
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The Gaudi like concept reminds me of Barcelona! A neat find in the middle of nowhere in Iowa!
The largest man made grotto on Earth, and considered to be the "Eighth Wonder of the World", this particular scene depicts Paradise Lost, in the book of Genesis.
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Park View Inn & Suites and Conference Center

Park View Inn & Suites and Conference Center

2 out of 5
13 4th St. NE West Bend IA
The price is NT$2,261 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$2,261
NT$2,488 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Bend. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (166 reviews)
Friendly, clean and comfortable. A little outdated but doesn’t distract from the Arya. Make sure to say to Howie the hotel lab. He’s the best part of the stay!

Reviewed on 2026/1/17

Park View Inn & Suites and Conference Center
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Algona IA

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Algona IA

2.5 out of 5
840 Highway 18 West Algona IA
Stay at this hotel in Algona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (201 reviews)
Everything was great except the breakfast was not good and the hallways were cold so coming back from the pool was extra chilly

Reviewed on 2026/2/8

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Algona IA
Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Emmetsburg

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Emmetsburg

2 out of 5
777 Main St Emmetsburg IA
Stay at this hotel in Emmetsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Harland Park and Palo Alto County Historical Museum ...
8/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
The room was very clean, staff was very nice, we had an awesome dinner at the restaurant and the price was incredible, we also won in the casino. We will be back.

Reviewed on 2026/2/5

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel Emmetsburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4 out of 5
550 Watson Powell Junior Way Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casey's Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
The property had the basics of what we needed and worked well for our family. Staff had great communication. Laundry was good.

Reviewed on 2026/1/5

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of West Bend

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Really enjoyed our visit the church was beautiful and it has daily mass

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The Grotto is located here and is a great tourist attraction. Small farming community that is very quiet and safe. There is a Casey’s gas station that serves pizza and snack foods. I believe there is a nice restaurant downtown for lunch and dinne

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The Grotto is very unique and if anybody should have a chance to see it you wont be disappointed.

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