The five stars is because here in southeast iowa there aren't a lot of places left with some…read morehistory. This place has some, its main point is it once was a grand spot. They have made it into a clean waterfront hotel with the traditional hotel and additions to bring it forward. Great for special events, music Thursday nights- bar and food on occasion. State park across the bridge and good people abound. Talk with Joy and she'll take good care of you . We make it our twice a year spot for the relaxation and quiet of a small community. Golf nearby- bigger commerce within 20 miles.

If you are planning a ceremony/celebration, I highly recommend the Manning Hotel. This beautiful…read moreold hotel has many updated amenities but still has the old time charm. This old hotel has been thru several floods but still holds it's natural majestic beauty and character. It was built in the late 1800s, I believe. We couldn't have picked a more perfect place for our commitment ceremony!

The hotel is very outdated and they don't clean if you stay more than one night. The WiFi is shaky…read moreat best. I am just hoping I don't find out they have bed bugs. The one positive is they have refrigerators and microwaves in the rooms.

We enjoyed our stay at this charming and quiet inn very much...I visited Bentonsport last year and…read morewanted to go back to see the beautiful historic Presbyterian church overlooking the river...and was very happy to discover this lovely B&B, right next to the old Bentonsport Bridge. The innkeeper was kind and welcoming, but also gave us space...breakfast was plentiful--eggs, sausage, toast, and coffee. They do take special dietary requests, and asked us about that when we arrived... Our room (we stayed in the main house) was decorated with antiques and wonderful old quilts, and faced the iron wagon bridge spanning the Des Moines River...we walked back and forth across this bridge several times. Next to the inn are several interesting shops with varying hours of operation...the general store was fun to browse through, and sells awesome homemade fudge. We did not have an in-room refrigerator, and didn't expect one but would recommend bringing a small cooler if wanting to keep drinks or food cold for more than a few hours (I did notice a mini fridge in the dining room)....also, most of the toiletries are provided upon request only. The inn has a colorful past which was fun to read about. If wanting a peaceful and interesting getaway I'd highly recommend staying here!

This place is great! Chuck and Joy really ensure a pleasant…read morestay here. They have great stories, videos, and pictures about the Mason House and it's "residents" :) Just a great place to stay!!!

We've stayed here a handful of times with our son going to school in town. You might pay a bit…read moremore, but you'll get exactly what you need. Staff has always been super friendly and helpful, rooms are always clean, and breakfast is always good. Real close to north- side businesses too. Would recommend highly.

If I could leave a worse than 1 star I would. Planned a 5 night stay at this location and had an…read moreunexpected death and had to check out on Monday instead of Wednesday. I left before the 11am checkout time but they denied giving me credit for that night. I told the manager the situation and that I understood their policy of 24 hr cancellation but could they do a one time courtesy and honor my checkout since I was leaving before 11am. This was a sold out location so there wouldn't have been a problem filling the room. No compassion from this hotel and I will never stay here in the future again. I would recommend to stay away!

A desirable, quiet, tucked-away hotel nestled into the rolling landscape in Fairfield! All sides…read moresurrounding this hotel have breathtaking, soulrefreshing, well-maintained, picturesque sceneries The staff is available anytime, & they are willing to go above and beyond! The breakfast buffet each morning is fantastic, and full of so many choices (boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, yogurts, bagels, waffles, fresh fruits, juices, etc. On the first floor, there is an enclosed pool on the inside of the hotel. Additionally, there is a small pub that serves only wine and beer. It's small and intimate. There are about five tables. The rooms are well-maintained, and I love that they keep everything eco-friendly. For example, they only change bedding every three days during your stay unless you request otherwise.

Sarah, the morning receptionist, went above and beyond to save my vacation. I forgot something…read morethat I desperately needed for my vacation. She found a suitable substitute and didn't even charge me for it. She is my Christmas angel. If her employer sees this they should do everything in their power to keep her. Maybe a raise or a bonus. Because of her I believe I'll have a wonderful vacation. Also we arrived early and they got us checked in. Not only checked in but in rooms next to each other. Another employee to recognize is Carol. She was working breakfast and was helpful with a couple of things. I.E. I asked for a wet washcloth because the napkins don't hold up well for large messes. She brought me a warm wet washcloth.

I am a vendor and I was performing for a company Christmas party in the catfish bend event center…read more The client had purchased rooms for us at the Hampton but for some reason the front desk person would not give me my room. Michael, the manager was kind enough to put me in a room here, and Liz the front desk person was amazing and helpful. The rooms are really good, I'm assuming probably a lot better than the Hampton next-door, and they don't have hookers and weird drug dealers hanging out in the parking lot , so that's a plus! The rooms are really nice and this property is really great, highly recommended

Very nice, upscale accommodations at the Catfish Bend. A free breakfast accompanies room…read morereservations, and it has lots of variety, including 'made-to-order' omelettes. Also, in the lobby, a serve yourself 'coffee bar' welcomes bleary-eyed guests in the morning. (The coffee maker in our room was 'on the blink', so access to the coffee bar was most appreciated.) The lodging is also attached to a casino, an arcade, and a pool. Though they all were tempting, we passed them by, even though others in our party partook of them.

A nice, clean, freshly painted room. About 14-15 feet wide and long. Contains everything you need…read moresuch as tv, WiFi, fridge, desk, bed, bathroom and a place to hang your clothes. Instead of keys they assign a code. It's a good price and really seems run nice.

Room was small but had everything you would need. Nicely decorated and clean. The staff was all…read morevery friendly! I will definitely stay again when I'm back in town.

The Oak Hill Inn & Suites is a nice convenient hotel to stay when attending events or games at the…read morecollege nearby. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. They have breakfast and it is good. Great customer service and Ms. Tina the manager is very knowledgeable. It feels like a home away from home.

Hotel was much more than expected. Front desk staff were polite, professional and friendly. Hotel…read moreitself was CLEAN, fully appointed and lovely. We were pleasantly surprised and impressed. You know, if you view online photos and descriptions can be "filtered" and exaggerated. Definitely not the case with Oak Hill Inn & Suites. It is a quiet gem and we will be sharing with friends and family traveling through Missouri.

Rooms are what you would expect. But the bathrooms are tiny and the tubs are in need of grout…read morereplacement. Mold in the caulk and material peeling off the tubs surface. The pool and hot tub are never at a temperature to make them desirable to be used. I am guessing this is because the staff doesn't want to have to maintain them from regular use. I was told the hot tub has been a "cold" tub for years. The tvs were intermittent for two evenings that we used them. I added a 2nd star for proximity walking to a couple food establishments and a large store. The breakfast buffet was okay and the staff working that area were the kindest (earning the 3rd star) we interacted with during our stay.

I laid in my bed for ten minutes and went to the bathroom to see a bed bug was crawling on me. It…read morebit my neck and broke out into a rash. We tore apart the bed to see if there were more and there was crumbs from previous people under all the sheets. I gave an extra star because they let us switch rooms.

Out amidst the rolling hillsides of Southeast Iowa lies a hidden treasure: a peaceful, SERENE,…read morepastoral setting perfect for rest and relaxation! What an idyllic place to get away from the stress and strain. This rustic yet nicely appointed lodge is a great place to book for retreats! I stayed in a one bedroom suite with kitchen and electric fireplace. The room was clean and amenities included: filtered water in the room, free high-speed wifi, cable TV, fireplace, bathtub, and small workout room. Breakfast can be had downstairs with fresh fruit, Organic and gluten-free options, cereals, muffins, breads, yogurts, etc... **This is not a full-service hotel as the front desk is not staffed 24/7. However, I was provided with a contact number should I need anything and my key was waiting for me when I arrived late that evening. I was most impressed with how well I slept due to the quiet silence permeating the entire lodge. My meditation and Yoga practice felt deeper than anywhere I've experienced. This hotel is in the countryside just a couple miles from the municipal airport, 6 miles to the center of town (Fairfield). It's also close to Maharishi University of Management where students, faculty and staff practice Transcendental Meditation twice a day. There are no conveniences like a market, gas station or restaurant near the hotel. Most of the suites have kitchens and there are a few grocery stores in town. There are several wonderful restaurants in town as well. I would recommend this hotel to any traveller who is not too high-maintenance.

From the owner: The Rukmapura Park was designed to provide an ideal home away from home for vacation and business…read moretravelers. In the tradition of European Country Inns, The Rukmapura Park offers quietly elegant suites in a magnificent spruce and pine hotel, designed and built in the graceful architectural tradition of Maharishi Sthapatya Veda.