Wanderoo Lodge

2.5 star property

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Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, pool loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
216 W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632
  • Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Eureka Springs District Court
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Great Passion Play Amphitheater
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Wanderoo Lodge

Lodge in Eureka Springs with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free lodge has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance and a corner/local shop. Housekeeping is available on request.
Wanderoo Lodge offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Eureka Springs lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Wanderoo Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Eureka Springs Hospital. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include convenience store, an ATM and TV in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes rowing/canoeing and kayaking
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Eureka Springs Hospital and Intrigue Theater
  • Pets welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Wanderoo Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Eureka Springs lodge is smoke free.

Wanderoo Lodge has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 31 May and close on 30 September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Wanderoo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 246 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! Super fun to come into town after dark and be welcomed by great service, food and music! Just what we needed for a one night stay while traveling! Great vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming Stay with a Few Quirks Our stay at Wanderoo Lodge in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, was pleasant overall, with a few things to note. Upon booking, management informed us of a $100 amenities hold placed on our credit card, refunded after our stay. While we had no issues, this could surprise guests unfamiliar with the process, especially those using bank cards. The lodge is in a quiet, convenient location just off the main road. Parking was a bit tricky due to hills and uneven surfaces, but manageable. The room was clean, updated, and comfortable with a soft pillow-top bed, functioning air conditioning, and a walk-in shower. However, water pressure was low—likely common in the area—and the only mirror was in the restroom, which might be inconvenient for some guests. Limited electrical outlets mean you may want to bring an extension cord. A shared back porch offered a lovely wooded view, and while we didn’t use the swimming pool due to the season, it appeared clean and well-kept. The lodge operates like a motel, with parking directly outside your room. Door locks are key-fob operated, auto-locking after a few moments—be cautious not to lock the key inside as there’s a fee for unlocking. Numerous instructional signs throughout the room felt a bit excessive. The front desk staff were kind and helpful. Overall, Wanderoo Lodge is a comfortable retreat with a few quirks to consider, ideal for a peaceful stay in Eureka Springs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Friends trip

Two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gino, Rogers

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cozy little motel is clean and comfortable. The rooms have been updated and they are cute! The restaurant/bar was excellent and food delicious. Staff were friendly and helpful! I would recommend this quaint little spot for anyone visiting Eureka!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst Beds

This motel has a cool vibe and fits perfectly with the Eureka Springs quirky personality, but leaves a lot to be desired. The room smelled slightly - there's a lot of folks smoking on the property (one of the items on the check-in is number of ashtrays desired). The water pressure was a trickle. The walls allow all your neighbors conversations and "business" find its way into your room. If you have "busy" neighbors this can create some interesting family conversations. But the worst and most inexcusable was the horror that is their mattresses. The motel was obviously renovated in the recent past, but the mattresses may be original to the motel. Get some toppers at the minimum. I felt every spring and never been that sore the morning after just due to trying to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for senior citizens!

No parking, rooms where very dark, bugs inside room, mold on tile in old tub/shower, window AC, outside of door was tore up & painted over, very steep steps getting to room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice bar with band at night. Absolutely no parking. Owner super nice helps us find parking. Great location. Updated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful setting & quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, cozy, nicely appointed hotel rooms. Awesome bar and restaurant on site. Cool vibes and cool employees.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

So So

The staff is over the top friendly...the room was clean. Just one thing that bothered me...There are huge gaps under the front door and back door....the biggest of bugs, snakes, spiders could get inside. I could see so much daylight through these cracks...I can't imagine when it is pouring down rain...total water flow under the door into the room. And, how are you suppose to stay warm in the winter? And, it is overpriced on the rooms. Food is good, music was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay! The bar had live music and food. An amazing experience. Bed was so soft!! Hotel and bar/restaurant staff were awesome. We will definitely be back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually picked this place on a whim trying to find a decent less expensive hotel, and thought the pictures look good. When I got here, the smoking bluegrass band was playing cold Sprungbully so I checked in, ordered some food, and watched the band for three hours. The food was great. The music was amazing in the room with everything I expected, clean, cozy bed, renovated. This is the best whim decision I’ve made in a long time :-)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randol, Batesville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super awesome front desk staff, and amazing staff working at the bar that night. They were busy with the crowd for the live band that was playing but were very quick and efficient and super nice and polite. Pool was unfortunately closed for renovations which kind of sucked but enjoyed the atmosphere of the whole place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andree, Ash Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
No parking, the pool was under construction
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice! The chicken wonton pizza is the best thing i’ve ever eaten
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024