Title: Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18238481&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel Small-town charm meets arts accessibility at this unique property, where guests can tee off at the nearby golf course or explore scenic cycling routes ## Photo gallery for Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel ![Front of property - evening/night - Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Grinnell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/fa74adc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Grinnell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/5105a1d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Grinnell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/90173e59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Grinnell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/08f2b4ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking - Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Grinnell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/31abd9db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Grinnell, steps from Central Park and the Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, is perfect for relaxation and culture. Start your day with a to-go breakfast, then head to the nearby golf course or unwind on the welcoming terrace. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=18238481&PinnedHotelID=18238481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 12 of 12 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/e344ab4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/3b8fd2ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking ![Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/284703cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/5e9b867a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/ce80c391.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Sofa bed - twin - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking ![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/4f7187e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Dining table Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking ![Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/8961cd35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Sofa bed - queen - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/2ccb511f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/f2021427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/462a3e9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 10 - 10 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/b9f544cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 150 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18240000/18238500/18238481/e2442797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2017 Premium bedding - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Hotel-Grinnell.h18238481.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMarshalltown-Hotels-Hotel-Grinnell.h18238481.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Grinnell, Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is in the city center and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Central Park and Arbor Lake, while Bucksbaum Center for the Arts and Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Iowa Speedway. Kayaking, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Grinnell travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Grinnell.dx7584) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.74379%2C-92.72292&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UqVZk7kILVGz5UEWv0VqoZJoXWQ=) 925 Park Street, Grinnell, IA, 50112 ### What's nearby - ![Green trees and pond with reflective surface. Pedestrian bridge over clear smooth pond. Central College campus in Pella, Iowa. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248629501369797/d43da978-7533-4db5-a22d-51cbe7f8c8d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Central Park 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Grinnell College 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Bucksbaum Center for the Arts 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Arbor Lake 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) 71 min drive ### Restaurants - Casey's General Store 5 min drive - McDonald's 8 min walk - Subway 6 min drive - Casey's General Store 15 min walk - Casey's General Store 16 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel Hotel remodeled in 2017 and located near Grinnell College Located close to Central Park and Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace. The on-site restaurant, The Periodic Table, serves light fare. In addition to a firepit and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Outdoor pool access nearby - Free self parking - Free bicycle rentals, an area shuttle, and express check-out - Luggage storage, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Area shuttle - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Food and drink - Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The Periodic Table ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - 9-hole adjacent golf course - Arcade/game room - Free bicycle rentals - Games - Outdoor pool (guest access) - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Access to nearby outdoor pool - Arcade/game room - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Travel crib ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In a nature reserve - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 accessible parking spaces - Braille/raised signage - Elevator (32 inch wide door) - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in room - Lever door handles - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Visual fire alarm - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Banquet hall - Built in 1921 - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Reception hall - Renovated entire property - May 2017 - Smoking not allowed - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillowtop mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels - Netflix ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Desk - Desk chair - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Free daily newspapers - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Recycling - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 19 Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 25 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Pet-sitting services are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: USD 19 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products ### We should mention Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Hotel Grinnell Hotel Grinnell Hotel Grinnell Hotel Hotel Grinnell Grinnell Hotel Grinnell Grinnell, Ascend Collection Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Grinnell Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Grinnell ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel? ### Is Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel? ### Where is Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 293 8 - Good 65 6 - Okay 27 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful place, service was excellent. ##### Diana Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Thoughtfully appointed. Excellent location. Very helpful staff. Would stay again! ##### Justin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great check in experience. This was the best place to pick in the area hands down for the kids. We had a blast. ##### Bruce Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bar/Restaurant had Excellent food! Hotel staff were very helpful. ##### Timothy Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mathilda Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really enjoyed the stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Interesting space in an old school. I would stay there again. ##### mathilda Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Sep 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great spaces ##### Melissa Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved the room! ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Apr 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice and helpful staff ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Mar 14, 2024 Liked: Amenities Unique hotel; spacious halls, comfortable bed, modern bathroom with nice penny tile, nice hardwood floors, so close to Central Park, great Buddha Bowl. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amie Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Such a fun hotel with its mix of modern and school house classic. Great accommodations. Clean. Easy to walk to dining and shopping options. ##### Amie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very unique hotel. This used to be a high school in 1921\. Rooms are large, with great wood floors and high ceilings. Wonderful breakfast. They also have great dinner menu options. They have free bicycles. ##### Ricardo Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Warren Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Grinnell Gem Staff very gracious, friendly and professional. Cool setting and public spaces, in a great location. ##### Warren Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great spot, cute lil collegetown, easy access i80 Lovely hotel, restored/converted thoughtfully from an old high school. It was clean, safe, great service, and just off of i80\. Perfect to break a cross country road trip! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwen Aug 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stay here if you have the chance! Very charming hotel, converted from a former Junior High School. Retains much of the original wooden and tile flooring,just adds to the overall charm of the place. Staff very helpful and the free breakfast was delicious. ##### Gwen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Oct 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There was no second reservation but Hotel Grinnell fixed the problem immediately. Excellent service! ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### I loved it! Since I haven't been traveling much lately, I wanted to stay someplace nice--and Hotel Grinnell definitely was that. Since they repurposed an old school into a hotel, they used a school theme throughout. Rooms are a wonderful mix of new and old--nice, clean modern styling, but with the wonderful old hardwood floors from days gone by. Other guests made the same comments as I did, "This place is cool!" ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean rooms with a great lounge and fun history Hotel was easy to find and parking was easily accessible. Staff was very nice and helpful and check in was very easy, even after posted hours. Rooms were clean and cozy, although old electrical and plumbing makes for a constant humm noise. Nonetheless, the history and architecture of the building were fun to learn about. The restaurant "Periodic Table" was a fun lounge with games including Scrabble, shuffleboard, and skeeball, along with card games. If you are a gamer, you'll love hanging out in the lounge, bring an extra set of your favorite card game to donate as the games have clearly seen better days! Due to visiting during the off-season, breakfast was not available, so we received vouchers for nearby restaurants. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend booking here if you are visiting Grinnel College or just the town. ##### Jennifer Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roy M Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice local hotel in a former school. Room and bathroom were clean and in excellent condition. Price was very reasonable. Only about a 10 min drive from interstate 80\. Complimentary breakfast was excellent. My wife and I would stay here again if in the area. 4/5 stars for service because there staff is not always at the front desk and can take a few minutes for staff to arrive when called. However, did not detract from our staff. ##### Roy M Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Maria Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities If you need to travel to Grinnell, this is without a doubt the nicest hotel in the area. However, the walls are paper thin and we could hear all the conversations from the room next to ours. The old hardwood floors are so squeaky that if anyone in the room adjacent to ours got up during the night, we would hear them. The elevator works good, but it makes an unsettling noise right before it stops, so loud that my son did not feel comfortable in it. The room itself is beautiful and in good condition. The hotel advertises that it offers free breakfast, but in fact it offers $10 vouchers per person for nearby restaurants that offer breakfast. The hotel does not have its own private parking lot, but rather street parking. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine Sep 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean and comfortable but too pricey Everything was great! Very clean. Hallway on the third floor had a strange smell but not terrible. The shower has the new style with half of a door (no curtain) which is nice except the rain shower a hole that sprayed sideways and flooded the floor. The free breakfast was perfect. We were going to go to the restaurant the night before for an appetizer and have nachos but they were $25! Overall a very nice hotel but not sure it's worth the price. It is also strange that no one is at the front desk, you have to call them on the phone. If the price was much lower, I would stay again ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Beautiful, but not comfortable Good and bad. The bed was pretty low quality -- despite the lovely four poster aspect, the mattress was too soft. I have back problems and ended up sleeping on the floor. The water faucet squirted all over the place every time we turned it on, soaking the mirror and counter. We had to request bedding for the pull-out sofa. Once received, the bedding lacked sheets. When I went back to the front desk to let them know, the concierge had walked away and left a phone number. Understandable in such a small hotel, but annoying because now it was late and we had no sheets. One good thing was the small bar/restaurant on the premises. They had a very good jazz trio, and the food was very good, both dinner and the free breakfast in the morning. The hotel was a beautiful building, but they need to work out the kinks. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sue Nov 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness the room was clean & the bed very comfortable. They were understaffed and it was hard to find someone at the front desk for help. The bill was overcharged from what I had arranged for on line, but it was eventually corrected. The included breakfast was from 7-10 but by 8:30 it was nearly empty. I finally found someone to refresh (they were helpful and courteous when they finally responded), but we were ready to leave. The decor is sparse & cold. ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### scott Dec 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The concept was great…but walls were so thin we could hear every noise and movement of other rooms all through the night ##### scott Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was super friendly and helpful ##### Timothy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MATTHEW Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities From check-in to check out, we had an excellent two-night stay. Grateful for the in-house Periodic Table bar/restaurant. ##### MATTHEW Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hampton Inn Keokuk](https://www.expedia.ca/Burlington-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Keokuk.h1478193.Hotel-Information) > - [Super 8 by Wyndham Council Bluffs IA Omaha NE Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Council-Bluffs-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Council-Bluffs-IA-Omaha-NE-Area.h124459.Hotel-Information) > - [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > - [Spencer Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Spencer-Hotels-Spencer-Inn-And-Suites.h2695160.Hotel-Information) > - [Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels – Waukon](https://www.expedia.ca/Decorah-Hotels-Boarders-Inn-Suites-By-Cobblestone-Hotels-Waukon.h1333064.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Winneshiek](https://www.expedia.ca/Decorah-Hotels-Hotel-Winneshiek.h797147.Hotel-Information) > - [Quality Inn Dubuque on Hwy 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Dubuque-Hotels-Quality-Inn.h23498.Hotel-Information) > - [OYO Sandman Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Eagle-Grove-Hotels-Sandman-Motel.h75273070.Hotel-Information) > - [Crossroads Hotel and Event Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Dodge-Hotels-Crossroads-Hotel-And-Event-Center.h6415.Hotel-Information) > - [WinnaVegas Casino & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sioux-City-Hotels-WinnaVegas-Casino-Resort.h13327600.Hotel-Information) > - [Motel 6 Avoca, IA](https://www.expedia.ca/Atlantic-Hotels-Motel-6-Avoca.h1107718.Hotel-Information) > - [Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterloo-Hotels-Comfort-Suites-Cedar-Falls.h1637847.Hotel-Information) > - [Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Iowa-Falls-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Iowa-Falls.h51145.Hotel-Information) > - [Riverside Casino & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Riverside-Casino-Golf-Resort.h60910882.Hotel-Information) > - [Tiny House on Upper Iowa River w/ hot tub](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorchester-Hotels-Tiny-House-On-Upper-Iowa-River.h87488385.Hotel-Information) > - [Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson](https://www.expedia.ca/Ames-Hotels-Cobblestone-Hotel-Suites-Jefferson.h11800941.Hotel-Information) > - [Rhythm City Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Davenport-Hotels-Rhythm-City-Casino-And-Resort.h19176200.Hotel-Information) > - [Best Western Mt. 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