Iowa Bed and Breakfast Inns | Places to Stay in Iowa

April 18, 2023 Joeann Galban

History and monuments dot this landscape almost as often as the golden farmlands. Learn about America’s 31st president at the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum in West Branch. In northeast Iowa is the Effigy Mounds National Monument, a group of prehistoric American Indian burial and ceremonial mounds. This part of Iowa is also home to the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage. The 37-county region tells the story of American agriculture, agribusiness and farm life and is affiliated with the National Park Service. In addition, there are five national wildlife refuges here. If you love history, imagine seeing the Amana Colonies, consisting of seven historic villages in 1855 by German immigrants as a religious communal society. Here you can also buy antiques, hand-woven baskets, furniture and clocks and locally made wine and beer. In Ames, take the family to see the Christian Petersen Art Museum, a newer structure that exhibits works of art by Christian Petersen and contemporary artists. You won’t want to miss the state capital of Des Moines, home to Blank Park Zoo with its naturalistic exhibits and more than 800 animals from five continents. You also should enjoy the Brenton Skating Plaza, an outdoor family entertainment venue.
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1. The Oakwood Inn

23131 Nature Center Rd, Spirit Lake, IA 51360-7716
Excellent
96%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5 based on 257 reviews

The Oakwood Inn

The Oakwood Inn is a grand country estate located in the heart of the Iowa Great Lakes. All 11 rooms at The Oakwood Inn feature beautiful views of the grounds and have their own fireplaces, full bathrooms and exquisite linens. Several of the rooms have luxury whirlpools and there is one 2-room suite on the top level of the home. A lavish full breakfast is served each morning featuring vintage family recipes and the estate's own coffee, The Oakwood Blend - roasted especially for guests of the Inn.

Weekend away

Reviewed By Inspiration692920

Loved everything about the Oakwood Inn! Gardens and fireplace/patio are beautiful and meticulously kept. Room was luxurious and comfortable and breakfast was decadent. We felt pampered by all of it. Thank you!

2. The Hancock House

1105 Grove Ter, Dubuque, IA 52001-4644 1 (563) 235-1076
Excellent
91%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 226 reviews

The Hancock House

The Hancock House is a Bed & Breakfast Inn with majestic views of the Mississippi river & downtown Dubuque. Located at the 11th Street Historic District. Just a few steps away from downtown restaurants, shopping, casinos & entertainment. Relax at our Victorian men's & women's parlors and wrap around porch with free coffee, tea & refreshments all day. With direct booking through our website, you will enjoy a gourmet style breakfast on weekends (Sorry no breakfast on weekdays). We also have ample FREE street parking. We have total of 9 rooms, 4 whirlpool suites, 3 deluxe rooms with views and 2 standard rooms. The house has been recently updated and fitted with brand new state of the art heating and cooling system, Victorian furnishings, new large screen HD TV's and multimedia.

A step in Time

Reviewed By karenmsu97

We had a really great three night stay there recently. The house is absolutely beautiful. I literally felt like I had stepped back in time. Simon and his wife are great hosts. Very friendly and personable. He did a great job filling us in on the history of this house. The breakfasts were amazing!! We met some really nice people on our short stay. We stayed in Anna’s room only because it was the only room available when I booked. The room itself is very comfortable. The only drawback was the shower or maybe I should say lack of. However, we were fully aware of this when we booked so it was no surprise. They had some really nice books available for reading in the parlor and a mini kitchen for guests to use. It came in handy for warming up our leftovers. It was hard to leave such a beautiful and comfortable home.

3. Rhythm City Casino Resort

7077 Elmore Ave, Davenport, IA 52807-0007
Excellent
57%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 68 reviews

Rhythm City Casino Resort

Rhythm City Casino Resort is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Davenport, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. As your “home away from home,” the small hotel rooms offer air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to room service while staying at Rhythm City Casino Resort. In addition, Rhythm City Casino Resort offers a pool and a lounge, which will help make your Davenport trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you like steakhouses, Rhythm City Casino Resort is conveniently located near Mo Brady's Steakhouse, Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood, and Texas Roadhouse. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Village of East Davenport, The Palmer Family Residence, and Soldier's Monument, which are some popular Davenport historic sites – all conveniently located a short distance from the small hotel. Enjoy your stay in Davenport!

Typical Casino But Room Was Clean, Quiet and Well Maintained

Reviewed By 460xxy

Noise every where in the public areas on main floor - typical casino. Title says everything regarding the room. Would stay here again if in area. The balance of this is satisfying the nonsense of the review being a minimum of 200 characters. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

4. Richards House Bed and Breakfast

1492 Locust St, Dubuque, IA 52001-4714
Excellent
56%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 175 reviews

Richards House Bed and Breakfast

Richards House Bed and Breakfast is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Dubuque, offering a historic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Dubuque City Hall (0.3 mi) and Dubuque's Town Clock (0.4 mi), guests of Richards House Bed and Breakfast can easily experience some of Dubuque's most well known attractions. Richards House Bed and Breakfast is a historic bed and breakfast offering a flat screen TV and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. Plus, guests can enjoy free breakfast, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Dubuque. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Dubuque has plenty of pubs. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Copper Kettle, Paul's Tavern, and 7 Hills Brewing Company, which are serving up some great dishes. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Fenelon Place Elevator Co. (0.7 mi) or St. Luke's United Methodist Church (0.2 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Enjoy your stay in Dubuque!

Beautiful, Restful, Bed and Breakfast

Reviewed By nathans892

This is a wonderful Victorian Style bed and breakfast that is reasonably priced, close to the downtown area and all the major sites of historical Debuque Iowa. The Hosts are very knowledgeable and it is evident that they love don't just manage the property. They are still in the process of restoration but they definitely care about doing it right and keeping the house true to the period. The breakfast was tasty and very well presented (more than enough to fill you up). Our room had stained glass, beautiful woodwork, a fireplace and a private bath. It was laid back and very restful. My wife and I will definitely stop by again when traveling through.

5. Kingsley Inn

707 Avenue H, Fort Madison, IA 52627-2933
Excellent
78%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 160 reviews

Kingsley Inn

**UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT AND REOPENED MARCH 2019** We are a Grand Victorian Inn overlooking the Mississippi River. Exquisite antiques along with today's modern amenities are found throughout. Close to Nauvoo, casino, golf & antiques. Whirlpool and fireplace suites available. Wireless Internet provided throughout the property. Lunch and dinner is available at River Rocks Bar & Grill that is located off of our lobby. The Inn has an elevator, off-street parking, and can arrange taxi service at cost.

A perfect one night stay.

Reviewed By AngieAvers

We wish we could've stayed longer. We had to visit West Point, Iowa for a purchase. I looked around for a place to stay and this one has great reviews. We understand why now. Our drive took longer than expected because of severe thunderstorms. The hotel called us twice, mostly just to check on us. They really do care. They made sure we knew how to enter the hotel and our room at such a late arrival time. I was afraid the rooms might be dated. They are not. They seem to be recreations of the vintage style, with antique furnishings but fresh wallpaper and such. Everything is in good repair. The room was cooled, waiting for us to arrive. We would be happy to visit the area again. Don't miss The Fort Diner for a quick, inexpensive, delicious breakfast. The loaded omelet, and hash browns, with toast, was just $5. We tipped well.

6. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Manchester

1210 Commercial Ct, Manchester, IA 52057-8650
Excellent
71%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Manchester

Welcome to the Cobblestone Inn & Suites in Manchester, Iowa! Our beautiful Hotel is conveniently located near everything that Manchester, IA has to offer including Backbone State Park, Casey’s General Store and more. Our hotel provides easy access for traveling to and from US Route 20, Highway 13 and is within 40 miles of Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Dubuque. In town for business? The Cobblestone Inn & Suites in Manchester IA, offers easy access to Casey’s General Store, Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Henderson Products, Regional Medical Center, XL Specialized Trailers and much more! In town for some fun? Check out Backbone State Park, State Fish Hatchery, Bailey’s Ford Recreation Area and more. For those looking for an adventure, try whitewater rafting at the Manchester Whitewater Park or for something a little less adrenaline rising, enjoy the scenic byway of Delaware Crossing. Be sure to also experience all of the many Manchester shops featuring boutique clothing, consignment, décor, crafts, hardware and home furniture. Enjoy the local cuisine serving everything from Mexican, American, and Chinese as well as coffee and tea shops. Also stop and try the award winning beers from Franklin Street Brewing Company, including the popular IPA, “Drugstore Cowboy” At the Cobblestone Inn & Suites in Manchester, IA you will feel at home with microwaves, refrigerators, luxury linens, Seattle's Best Coffee, and flat-panel televisions in every guest room. We offer our guests the amenities and services they need with 24-hour Seattle's Best Coffee Service, Guest Laundry, 24-hour Onsite Convenience Store, Fitness Center, High Speed Wireless Internet Access, and so much more! At the Cobblestone Inn & Suites, you will receive, “Big City Quality, Small Town Values…” each stay. Make your reservations today!

Leo cobblestone Cedar Rapids

Reviewed By LeoUSAandAustralia

The people at the front desk the cleaning crew everybody was great. The place is like new everything clean nice carpet very comfortable beds My flight was delayed a day on no notice and they did not charge me for the night that I missed.

7. Iowa House Historic Inn- In campustown

405 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014-7300
Excellent
74%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 227 reviews

Iowa House Historic Inn- In campustown

Situated in the "Campustown" area of Ames, the Iowa House is just three blocks south of the central campus of Iowa State University. Built in 1924 as the Delta Chi Fraternity House, it was transformed by a massive 2008 renovation into a 15-room hotel meeting current health/safety standards and providing state-of-the-art amenities, spacious private baths, whirlpool tub and shower combinations, flat-screen TVs and complimentary high-speed internet. Included Iowa Country breakfast is served daily in the colorful dining room. Iowa House is popular for weekend getaways; ISU Parent visits; wedding groups; sorority, fraternity and family reunions; business meetings and small certification classes.

Quaint stay in a great location!

Reviewed By Gungabill

Perfect location. Quaint setting with wonderful guests and great amenities. It was a little noisy, especially near the stairway, but that's expected given the age of the building. We plan to return with a few other couples to make it a "thing".

8. Mont Rest Inn

300 Spring St, Bellevue, IA 52031-1125
Excellent
85%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 216 reviews

Mont Rest Inn

Built in 1893, Mont Rest is nestled halfway up a 9 acre wooded bluff overlooking one of the most panoramic views of the mighty Mississippi River. This historic Inn features luxury overnight accommodations with 2 person whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, heated towel bars, guest robes, homemade chocolates, flowers, and beautiful views. Special Packages include: Murder Mystery, River Cruise, Golf and Spa, Gourmet Dining, Honeymoon, All Grown Up Ladies PJ Package, Massages, Wedding, and Corporate Retreats.

wonderful trip

Reviewed By buserk

We stayed at Mont Rest Oct 9th-Oct 13th, 2021. The Inn is beautifully furnished in antiques. The food is awesome. Of course breakfast is included every morning and is hot and delicious. In addition we did the murder mystery dinner and the steak lili is amazing. The murder mystery was so fun and entertaining. We also did the wine paired dinner and it was the fanciest dinner I have ever had. It was also served on very beautiful antique china. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you have anything you might need or want. Highly recommend.

9. Redstone Inn & Suites

504 Bluff St, Dubuque, IA 52001-4602
Excellent
50%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 205 reviews

Redstone Inn & Suites

Redstone Inn & Suites is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Dubuque, offering a quaint environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Redstone Inn & Suites is a quaint inn offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. Plus, guests can enjoy free breakfast, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Dubuque. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Dubuque, Redstone Inn & Suites is located a short distance from Dubuque's Town Clock (0.2 mi) and Dubuque City Hall (0.4 mi). If you like pubs, Redstone Inn & Suites is conveniently located near Copper Kettle, Paul's Tavern, and Monks Kaffee Pub. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular monuments and statues such as Julien Dubuque Monument and Veteran's Memorial Plaza. Enjoy your stay in Dubuque!

Grand Dame Needs a Facelift

Reviewed By Herzyday

We spent our wedding night at the Redstone 34 years ago, and it was spectacular then. We have been back several times since, and it was generally well maintained and an enjoyable place to stay. This weekend, we were so sad to see how far it has deteriorated. Water damage to the bathroom vanity, wallpaper taped down in several places, a layer of dust on the quilt, musty smell in the room, dusty fake plants... We still slept well, and the main part of the house, including the sitting parlor, is pretty. The host was gracious. Same simple, but lovely hot breakfast both nights. Loved the fresh fruit, coffee, and pastries. Sure hope someone with a love for architecture/history, and money to invest, buys this grand dame and brings her back to life!

10. Squiers Manor B&B

418 W Pleasant St, Maquoketa, IA 52060-2845
Excellent
99%
Good
1%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 87 reviews

Squiers Manor B&B

Squiers Manor is an experience you will treasure. Built in 1882, this Queen Anne style mansion featured beautiful woodwork and modern conveniences such as electricity and running water. The tradition continues today with the home and woodwork restored to its past splendor. Even the tradition of modern comfort is carried on with wireless internet, private baths with Jacuzzis, television and queen-size beds. Victorian splendor and modern comforts make your stay at Squiers Manor truly memorable.

Great place great price

Reviewed By Bruce B

Stayed 7/9/2021. Place is wonderful; downstairs rooms restored well; bedrooms are BETTER than they look in pictures. Good breakfast, Great service; a time warp back inside Highly recommend at this or any price

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