We have created a list with the best boutique hotels in Iowa, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated January 2024.
Nice style. Lively. Great value. Popular among women. Located in Muscatine, The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center features views of the Mississippi River and offers guests a swimming pool and fitness center. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower and free toiletries. All guest rooms at The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center feature air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and a business center for guests. An American breakfast is served each morning at the property. Iowa City is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Quad City Airport, 45 km from The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Great breakfast. Popular among couples. Offering a quiet adults-only wooded sanctuary and views of the garden, The Oakwood Inn is situated on 2 acres in the centre of the Okoboji Lakes Area. All rooms are equipped with a fireplace, flat-screen TV, refrigerator and microwave. Several rooms feature a spa bath. Every room has a private full bathroom. A gourmet continental breakfast and complimentary business-grade WiFi are included as well.Show full description
This is a popular bed and breakfast among couples travelling to Iowa.
Hip. Lively. Great location. Hotel Grinnell has free bikes, fitness centre, a shared lounge and terrace in Grinnell. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a water park. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Italian and Mexican cuisine. The accommodation features a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms at the hotel have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Hotel Grinnell rooms have bed linen and towels. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at Hotel Grinnell will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grinnell, like hiking and cycling. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. The nearest airport is Des Moines International Airport, 94 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is likely the coolest, most lively and stylish boutique hotel in Iowa. It also has A GREAT LOCATION. WOW!
Inn / Guest House.Cosy rooms. Lovely interior design. Situated in Le Mars, 42 km from Sioux City Convention Centre, Inn On Central features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Located around 43 km from Tyson Events Center, the inn is also 45 km away from Whispering Creek Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is located 42 km from Sioux City Art Center. The rooms at the inn are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Rooms are fitted with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms come with a kitchen fitted with an oven. At Inn On Central the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Sioux Gateway Airport, 53 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lively. Beautiful. Great bar. Popular among couples. Surety Hotel is located in Des Moines, within 1 km of Hy-Vee Hall and 2.4 km of Iowa State Capitol Building. Featuring a fitness centre, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy American dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. At Surety Hotel each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. À la carte and American breakfast options are available daily at the accommodation. You can play billiards at Surety Hotel. Staff at the hotel are available to provide guidance at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Surety Hotel include Science Center of Iowa, Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center. The nearest airport is Des Moines International Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Unique. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Situated in Dubuque, near Diamond Jo Casino and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, the historic The Richards House has a shared lounge. Boasting a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with Blu-ray player. The bed and breakfast features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. J Dubuque Monument is 24 km from the bed and breakfast, while Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dubuque Regional Airport, 16 km from The Richards House.Show full description
I rate this as the most historic, unique and authentic boutique hotel in Iowa. It also has a highly rated breakfast. WOW!
Country House.Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Comfortable beds. Situated in Sidney, Country Diamond features a garden and barbecue. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. All units are air conditioned. There is a shared seating area for guests to relax and a shared TV room with a balcony. Guests can enjoy view of the Loess Hills from the balcony and patio. All units have access to a shared kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provided. All rooms feature premium mattresses. Country Diamond also includes a sun terrace. You can engage in various activities, such as horse riding and hiking. Eppley Airfield Airport is 63 km from the property.Show full description
This is one of the most RELAXING country houses in Iowa. It also has super comfortable beds!
Delightful property. Historic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Located in Des Moines, less than 1 km from Science Center of Iowa, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.3 km from Wells Fargo Arena. À la carte and American breakfast options are available daily at the hotel. There is an on-site snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Popular points of interest near Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton include Iowa Events Center, Hy-Vee Hall and Des Moines Civic Center. The nearest airport is Des Moines International Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I would describe this as the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Iowa.
Inn / Guest House.Charming. Good breakfast. Comfortable beds. Iowa House Historic Inn is situated in Ames, 1.2 km from Iowa State Center, and has a fitness centre. The property is located 1.5 km from Jack Trice Stadium. The inn features a hot tub and a shared lounge. All units in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a hair dryer. At Iowa House Historic Inn, the rooms come with a seating area. The nearest airport is Des Moines International Airport, 54 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Hostel.Charming. Romantic. Great bar. Situated in Sioux City, within 3.1 km of Sioux City Convention Centre and 3.4 km of Sioux City Art Center, Linda Sue Manor features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.7 km from Tyson Events Center. At the hostel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Linda Sue Manor have a city view. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. Green Valley Golf Course is 13 km from Linda Sue Manor, while Whispering Creek Golf Club is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sioux Gateway Airport, 13 km from the hostel.Show full description
I think this place could be the most CHARMING AND ROMANTIC boutique hotel in Iowa.
Cool. Lively. Superb interior design. Conveniently located on the campus of the University of Iowa, this hotel is 5 minutes from Carver Hawkeye Arena. The hotel features a restaurant and rooms with a 37-inch flat-screen HDTV. The elegant rooms at the hotel are styled with wood furniture and warm colors. Each includes a coffee maker, a work desk and lounge chair. Guests have free access to the state-of-the-art gym. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are available. Graduate Food Hall is located on-site. The concept offers a wide variety of food options for hotel guests. Englert Civic Theater and the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History are just a 10-minute walk from this hotel. Coral Ridge Mall is 10 minutes away by car.Show full description
The Historic Park Inn Hotel is located in Mason City. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk for guests. You can play billiards at the hotel. The nearest airport is Mason City Municipal Airport, 10 km from The Historic Park Inn Hotel.Show full description
Great views. Situated on Black Hawk Lake, The town of Lake View is 3 km away, and free Wi-Fi is offered in each room. A 32-inch flat-screen cable TV is provided in every room at Boulders Inn & Suites Lake View. Guests can make use of the in-room microwave and fridge during their stay. A daily continental breakfast is served at Lake View Boulders Inn & Suites Lake View. For convenience, a fitness centre and launderette facilities are also provided on site. Sac Country Club can be reached in 13 minutes’ drive. Central Fort Dodge is 88 km away. The property offers free parking.Show full description
Great views. Popular among women. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Denison Majestic Hills has a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Denison. With a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Denison Majestic Hills offers a barbecue. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Denison, like fishing. The nearest airport is Eppley Airfield Airport, 113 km from Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Denison Majestic Hills.Show full description
Resort.Opened July 2023. Located in Decorah, Bluffside Gardens features a fitness centre, garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. At the resort, each room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Guests at Bluffside Gardens will be able to enjoy activities in and around Decorah, like hiking and cycling. The nearest airport is La Crosse Municipal Airport, 102 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Good breakfast. An indoor pool, free WiFi access, and rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV highlight this hotel in Orange City. Prarie Winds Event Center is located adjacent to the hotel. A refrigerator and coffee maker are included in every guestroom at the Hampton Inn Orange City. Extras include fresh bed linens. The Orange City Hampton Inn has a mini-market, 24-hour business centre, and meeting facilities. The property offers free parking. Waffles, cereal, bagels, fruit, and eggs are part of the complimentary breakfast served every morning. Main Street Theater Holland Plaza is 200 metres away from the hotel. Landsmeer Gold Clubs is 4 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Popular among women. Situated in Fort Madison, Cobblestone Inn & Suites Fort Madison has a fitness centre, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features a barbecue and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Cobblestone Inn & Suites Fort Madison. The nearest airport is Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, 34 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Less than 6 minutes’ drive from Mitchell County Nature Center, this Osage hotel features 32-inch flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi in every guest room. A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning. A hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided in each room at AmericInn Hotel & Suites Osage. Tea and coffee-making facilities are also included in every guest room. Guests can enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or relax in the hot tub at Osage AmericInn Hotel and Suites. A launderette and a business centre are featured on site. A fitness centre is also available on the property. Osage Spring Park is 4 miles from this hotel. Mitchell County Regional Health Center and Osage City Park are 4 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Great value. Located in Davenport, 11 km from Adler Theatre, My Place Hotel-Davenport/Quad Cities, IA offers amenities including barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible at this property. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. All rooms are fitted with a kitchen with a microwave and a toaster. The units will provide guests with a fridge. A business centre is at guests' disposal at My Place Hotel-Davenport/Quad Cities, IA. Staff at the accommodation are available to provide information at the 24-hour front desk. Quad City International Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
Popular among women. Offering an indoor pool and a fitness centre, Holiday Inn Express Spencer is located in Spencer. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning. Complete with a refrigerator, the room also has a coffee machine. Private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Extras include a desk. At Holiday Inn Express Spencer you will find a 24-hour front desk. The property offers free parking.Show full description
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