Experience Ottumwa's charm at Hotel Ottumwa, where a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast awaits. Unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services and bike rentals nearby or grab a coffee from the cafe. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and a helpful staff that has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Wapello County Historical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bridge View Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Memorial Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Quincy Place Mall - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Cedar Creek Golf Course - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Ottumwa Station - 4 min walk
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 16 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min walk
Taco John's - 17 min walk
The Vine Coffeehouse - 2 min drive
Uncle Bucks - 17 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ottumwa
Located near a train station, Hotel Ottumwa is a great choice for a stay in Ottumwa. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
60 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Fishing nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
ATM/banking
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 6.0 per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Ottumwa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Ottumwa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Ottumwa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ottumwa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ottumwa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Hotel Ottumwa and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Hotel Ottumwa also has a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ottumwa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Ottumwa like?
Hotel Ottumwa is in the heart of Ottumwa, a short 4-minute walk from Ottumwa Station and 4 minutes' walk from Wapello County Historical Museum.
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Reviews
Hotel Ottumwa Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.0
Staff & service
7.8
Eco-friendliness
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising the made-to-order options and friendly staff. (26 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Cool hotel
Nice historic hotel in an interesting old town center
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Family reunion trip
It's a historic hotel, very friendly people, clean, and affordable.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Stepping back in time
Excellent stay. Great location, reasonable price, great breakfast, friendly staff. It was like stepping back in time 70 years. I highly recommend this hotel.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Kay does it all.
Wonderful stay, no problems, Kay does it all. Love supporting her historic hotel.
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 7, 2025
updates needed
The hotel needs major updates.
DiAnna
DiAnna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2025
It was a very nice hotel with old school charm.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2025
Quaint and historic hotel. The staff was excellent and so friendly. Would stay there again without hesitation!
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Complimentary breakfast at a local restaurant connected to hotel.
Greta
Greta, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Nicely done
Clean, spacious, quiet room. Comfortable bed. Plenty of hot water. Plenty of parking by the door. Great customer service/friendly staff. Outstanding made to order breakfast. Cool historic vibe. Great price/value. Will plan on staying here on all future trips to Ottumwa. Thanks again to the staff for an enjoyable stay !
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 22, 2025
Wonderful staff at front desk. Lobby Cafe food was delicious. Room was okay for just an overnight stay and not expensive.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
They did a nice job with breakfast. Personalized...
Quint
Quint, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Love it!
Kristine
Kristine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2025
Nice hotel, stayed just one night to rest midway on our way to Missouri - arrived late and check in was smooth. Room was clean, beds super comfy. Breakfast was included in the morning which was good. Would definitely stay here again!
Nanette
Nanette, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 7, 2025
Close to where we wanted to go
Fred
Fred, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Budget travelers dream
Bed was comfortable, water was hot, plenty of space, and the free breakfast was cooked to order! We were competely satisfied! Can’t beat the price with BF included. There’s a bar next door with great pizza too! I’d recommend for the budget traveler.
Brita
Brita, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Good place.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 11, 2025
Front desk and food service staff were great! Decided to extend my stay and the manager adjusted my nightly rate accordingly, which saved money, and was much appreciated.
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2025
The hotel was very nostalgic and was like a trip back in time. Food was great and the staff was friendly. The elevator was very slow and there was no desk in the room, but that was part of the old time charm.
Only real negative was the ice machine was noisy and my room was right next to it.
I will stay there again.
Gregory
Gregory, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 25, 2025
It was a good stay. This is where we always stay when in Ottumwa.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Nice but old.
Ashley
Ashley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Friendly staff, good stay
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The little cafe was super convenient! I like that the room came with free breakfast.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 26, 2025
Breakfast was almost nothing! they put us in the annex.
dennis
dennis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2024
Great old hotel.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
They offer an included breakfast made to order that is very good!
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Very nice and historic hotel that was clean and safe.