Wanderoo Lodge

2.5 star property

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Bar (on property)
Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Exterior
Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, pool loungers
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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216 W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR, 72632
  • Place, Eureka Springs District Court
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Basin Spring Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Eureka Springs Historical Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Wanderoo Lodge

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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 - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. 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

Joy Motel Eureka Springs
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Joy Hotel Eureka Springs
The Joy Hotel
Wanderoo Lodge Eureka Springs
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Wanderoo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 314 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, nice restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Wanderoo Lodge is such a fun and hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was thrilled with the location. It was a perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the live entertainment and restaurant/bar on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay.

Nice stay and many services available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, even the staff that were off the clock were helpful. Highly recommend and will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always the staff made our stay great! Comfortable rooms, great bar/restaurant on property. One of our favorite places to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay overnight or for a couple days. Great location to nearby restaurants/shops and close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times and always love the staff and clean rooms. Not to mention great food, drinks and entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. Loved the live music! Food was overpriced but delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to listen to live music and stay the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay with a fun vibe. Everyone working there was so friendly and helpful. Would recommend as an affordable, convenient option.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place to cradh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick trip but was very happy to find this place. It's a cool spot with a fun atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great mid century modern motel experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Maliah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place! Beautiful property and good food/drinks. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun spot!

Great little place to stay. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had the best time!! Live music great bar with food! Very friendly people! We loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inside was nice & bed was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, clean and comfy!

Great stay! Everyone was very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and larger than an average hotel room. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in eureka
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No Need to Leave

I've been vacationing at the Wanderoo Lodge since '21. Between the pool, Gravel Bar and Grill and the fire pit, you really don't need to go anywhere! It's always a fun time at the Wanderoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025