Guests staying at Super 8 Motel in Clear Lake are near the memorial that commemorates the plane crash in the late 1950s that killed rock stars Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and The Big Bopper. The trio played their last concert in this town's Surf Ball Room. Each year, thousands of fans gather in Clear Lake for the annual Buddy Holly Tribute. The Super 8 Motel also is close to year-around fishing, water sports, yacht racing, parasailing, ice fishing, snowmobiling and paddle-boat excursions on the Lady of the Lake. Winter activities include the annual winterfest of snow golfing, cross- country skiing and snowmobile racing. Other sights include the Antique Fire Station and Trolley Park museums, Shell Rock Fossil Quarry Preserve, and the Grotto of the Redemption, which features artwork about the various stages in the life of Christ.

Amenities at this 60-room motel include 24-hour desk, truck and RV parking, continental breakfast, and complimentary coffee and toast bar. Pets are allowed with permission and deposits.

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The preferred airport for SUPER 8 MOTEL CLEAR LAKE is Mason City, IA (MCW Mason City Municipal) 2.9 km / 1.8 mi.