General Descriptionount on value and convenience at our Super 8 Mason City hotel, located on U SHighway 122 off Interstate 35 Just three miles from Mason City Municipal Airport and four miles from the Surf Ballroom, our Mason City hotel puts you within easy reach of the most popular area attractions Our hotel rooms include time-saving amenities to help you make the most of your trip Start your busy day with free continental breakfast, then use free Wi-Fi to check email or look up local attractions If you want to take a break from sightseeing, enjoy a swim in our heated indoor pool For the ultimate rest, book one of our popular Jacuzzi suites with whirlpool, microwave and refrigerator Non-smoking and handicapped-accessible rooms are available at our Mason City hotel, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult We also have pet-friendly hotel rooms available Local Attractions Just a little over seven miles away you can attend a concert at the world-famous Surf Ballroom, where legendary 1950s rock star Buddy Holly staged his final performance The Surf also houses the Buddy Holly museum A little further down the road you will find the site of the tragic airplane crash that claimed the lives of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper Celebrate the famous musical at The Music Man Square, two miles east of the hotel The North Iowa Fairgrounds are just a short drive away and you can enjoy the great outdoors with nearby fishing and golf Dining Options There are several restaurants within walking distance of the hotel Applebees and Prime N Wine, where you can enjoy a serious steak, are both right next door Across the street is Papas American Cafe, where you will find good food at a great value and can watch a sports game any night of the week