Our daughter just got married at Honey Creek last weekend. It was awesome to have everything right…read morethere. ( rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, wedding party getting ready there, guest being able to stay on site. Probably 95% of the guest had never been to Rathbun Lake and was so impressed on how beautiful it was. Our guest stayed at hotel, cabins, & campground and everyone was happy. The staff couldn't have done a better job! Very knowledgeable on how everything should be run and I asked them lots of questions! They were right there to transport guest that needed help getting around. I could go on more about how happy and impressed we were but the bottom line for me, was how happy the bride & groom were. I definitely recommend a destination wedding at Honey Creek Resort.

I want to start out by saying this so-called "resort" is in a beautiful location--but…read moreunfortunately, it's run under poor management. Our group stayed two nights in two of their cabins. The cabins themselves were nice, but we had an issue with the AC in one of them. When we called for help, they sent out two high school kids who clearly had no idea how to fix an AC unit. They were friendly, but totally unqualified and ultimately not helpful. When you pay a resort fee, you expect more than what's offered here. The only included amenities were a small waterpark (which is only open from 3-7pm on weekdays) and beach access with paddle boards and a couple of canoes. Even those were poorly maintained--paddles floating in the water, and canoes with holes that were filled with water. No staff in sight to help. They also charge extra for things like a small train ride and paddle boats--$45 an hour for a paddle boat, which is outrageous on top of the resort fees. What was especially telling: for a summer weekend (and even into the weekday), the place was nearly empty. Aside from our group, the only people around were locals who live nearby and can pay to enter the small waterpark. It certainly didn't feel like a resort atmosphere--more like a quiet, neglected park with a few cabins sprinkled around. There are so many missed opportunities here. It would be great if they had a posted schedule of kids' activities at the main lodge, maybe played some music to liven the place up, and actually maintained things like the broken volleyball net. It felt like no one was really paying attention to the guest experience. Overall, the setting is beautiful, but the lack of management, poor maintenance, and underwhelming amenities made this stay frustrating and disappointing. I would not return or recommend this place unless major changes are made.

Great stay! New owners are doing a great job! Cabin had all the essentials we needed. The price is…read morecomparable to a nice hotel but you get more than you would at a hotel. Kitchen is stocked with dishes, pans, stove, ,fridge , microwave, coffee pot, and toaster so you can easily bring all your food. Peaceful glamping!!

We rented the Moose cabin for a 2-night get-away. It was one of the most memorable moments I've had…read moreso far. The place was perfect, clean and accommodating. We brought our own kitchen utensils but found out when we got there that there were already some in there. It had plates, cups, knives, dish rack, cutting board, etc. The refrigerator was huge, was only expecting an alright size. I guess we didn't read the details on the website, not sure if these were listed there. But this cabin was too homey, I loved every moment we were there! We had a fire pit behind the cabin, but there was also a common fire pit by the playground and gazebo. Anyway, this will probably be a yearly tradition for my family to do so we can all get together. The Moose cabin had two bedrooms, one by the main entrance door (it had 2 twin beds) and the other one upstairs which was the master's bedroom. There was also a bunk bed upstairs, so it can sleep at least 6 people unless you bring your own sleeping bags for more people. The dining table can accommodate 5-6 people. There's 1 bathroom, no bathtub just a stand-up shower, toilet and sink.

Don't let the website fool you... This place is perfect. Jim and Diane are 2 of the best people…read moreyou can meet. We spent 3 nights there and it was perfect. They are so accommodating. I asked to borrow the bath towels to go swimming and within minutes Diane was at our door with beach towels. I've spent an hour trying to come up with something negative to say and all I've come up with, is when the screen door closes it is a little loud. Food was great ownership is fantastic. I just hope they have vacancies the next time we want a few days away!! Thank you for a great get away!!!

Wife and I stayed here last year and plan on going back. Great access to the lake, very clean and…read moreowners were very friendly. Breakfasts were great! Decent parking for a boat with electric available to plug boat into. Hope to get back soon.

We stayed in September 2017. The lodge and bedrooms are very clean and the grounds are impeccably…read moremaintained. The pond is great for fishing or using their canoe. This is an ideal venue for small groups (10-24 people.) Each bedroom has its own bathroom. Quiet, clean, comfortable, and beautiful!

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We are very glad we chose to stay here. It was a unique experience and our host was excellent. She…read moretook the time to chat with us about area history as well. We stayed here to kick off our weekend getaway at Rathbun Lake where only agenda item was to rest and relax. We definitely accomplished that here! We're hoping to be back someday.

It's been a tradition in our family for the last 10 years or so to go to One of A Kind for lunch…read morewhen we're visiting family at Lake Thunderhead. Our favorite meal is the chicken salad on a croissant and side salad with homemade lemon poppy seed dressing. Both are excellent and always one of the highlights of our visits to the area. The owner is a darling woman and the B&B is charming. We also like looking through the first floor shop area and usually find something special to take home.

Want to get away from it all? Try Cedar River Ranch. It is a secluded yet convenient locations with…read morebeautiful woods, rustic and extremely clean cabins. You can grill out and roast marshmallows. Very nice hiking trails to Cedar River outlooks. Lots of outdoor games and playgrounds, nine square game, very nice basketball goals. We highly recommend this resort.

From the owner: Located in the rustic countryside of SE Iowa, Cedar River Ranch Resort and Events Center is the…read moreperfect spot for your dream event! Hold your wedding outdoors or inside one of our newly updated event venues. With flexible options for indoor/outdoor spaces, onsite catering options, cabins for you and your party, and our attentive staff, you can host all of your events in one location—bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, indoor and outdoor weddings and receptions. Looking for a spot to host a reunion or company picnic? We can host those too!

Second year in a row at this place for a conference…read more All our food during the conference was very good. Better than most conference buffets I have had. The staff was friendly. The bartenders made great Old Fashioneds in the Photo Finish Lounge. Our room was clean and comfortable. The downside to being here the first part of the week, sometimes the bar and the main restaurant are not open.

We spent a night here while traveling north. Although not big gamblers the casino was nice, clean…read moreand staff friendly. It was not over crowded however note that we stayed and played mid week. Our room was updated, spacious and comfortable. The shampoo and soaps were individual not coming out of a community dispenser. The bed was perfect for a hotel not to hard not to soft. We never really thought about staying at a casino hotel but this definitely makes for a much better stay than other budget hotels. We paid a budget price but felt more like a luxury experience. Note I'm not saying it felt like the Ritz or 4 Seasons, but definitely better than a traditional Hilton or Marriot.

Poker room was great. Dealers were fast and professional. No auto shuffle but I barely noticed…read more Lots of parking close to the room. Restrooms and soda station also right there. Enclosed room so cigarette smoke was limited too. Top top.

Rooms are well appointed and gorgeous. Only casino we could on our way north that's pet friendly…read more Great gaming, great house band and staff gives customers 100% as far as we were concerned. We shall return!!!!

Great hotel, great location! Rooms were spacious and quiet. The service was great. Would definitely…read morerecommend staying at The Continental.

We stopped for lunch during the Southern Iowa Junk Jaunt. The place was very busy, so service was a…read morebit slower. We ordered the fresh potato chips & homemade ranch dressing as a star. Outstanding! I had a Rueben with the sweet pepper coleslaw & both were delicious! Rueben had the right amount of dressing & the marbled bread was tasty. The Rueben was a bit soggy on the bottom side--probably sat a bit before delivered to my table. Friend's lunch plate was chicken salad on a croissant with a salad with the homemade ranch dressing. It was good as well. The accompanying broccoli soup was a bit "flour-ish" & just ok. Locals were enjoying this place so you know it's a good lunch restaurant. It's a lovely spot in an old time hotel!