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Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Nora Springs B&B

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Fountain
Property grounds
Property grounds
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Roost) | Desk, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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20664 Claybanks Dr, Nora Springs, IA, 50458
  • Place, Music Man Square
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Lime Creek Nature Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cupola)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Loft) | Desk, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Loft)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Parlor) | Desk, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Parlor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Roost) | Desk, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Roost)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Nora Springs

In Nora Springs .Stay at this Nora Springs B&B and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Stockman House Museum and Meredith Wilson Footbridge. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Charles H. MacNider Art Museum and Music Man Square.
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What's nearby

  • Music Man Square - 12 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 12 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus - 16 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Lime Creek Nature Center - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 20 min drive - 18.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cabin Coffee Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Nora Springs B&B
Free breakfast is served daily. Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Nora Springs bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1997
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with jetted bathtubs. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast Nora Springs
Cupola Nora Springs
Cupola & Nora Springs
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Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast to the airport?

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast is 15.8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast on Nov 19, 2025 start from $120.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast.

How close is Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 16.8 mi (21-min drive) from City Beach Park and 18.5 mi (24-min drive) from Clear Lake State Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast offer free breakfast?

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast have a pool?

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast does not have a pool.

Does Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast to downtown Nora Springs?

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast is 5.6 mi away from Nora Springs.

Cupola Inn Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts, Judy and Dale, are fantastic! We enjoyed talking with them the evening that we arrived, and hearing the history of how Cupola Inn B & B came to be, almost 28 years ago! The breakfast that Judy made for us in the morning was delicious. We chose to eat it, family style, with the other guests in the Round Barn, which was another fun experience! We would have also loved to float down part of the Winnebago River with Dale during our stay, but unfortunately the river was too high and fast for us to do so. We plan to return sometime when river conditions are more favorable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicollette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun and Relaxing Getaway

Judy and Dale were absolutely amazing hosts and we would 10/10 recommend the Cupola Inn to anyone and everyone. They have taken so much pride into creating a quaint little getaway and go the extra mile to make their guests comfortable and their stay personalized. Judy met us as we pulled in and personally showed us around the grounds and to our room. They asked us when we would like breakfast delivered and gave us options on where we would like to eat. They were wonderful company as we chose to eat with them in the Round Stone Barn. Breakfast was amazing!! We also got to play with the social barn kitties that roamed the property. After breakfast they we asked if they could show us around some more and Dale got to show us his sculpture garden and Eye-Max. They really are wonderful hosts and a wealth of knowledge! I hope to be able to come back again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hidden gem

This was a great and relaxing place to stay. The couple running it are very welcoming and served delicious breakfast. Was a perfect place for our anniversary getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very nice owners! Country setting with walking trails around the acreage. It has well water so bring plenty of bottled water. You won’t want to drink it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can’t even describe how pleased we were with the Cupola Inn. Hosts Judy and Dale… nicest folks ever. The place was so welcoming… you’ll love it, too, especially if you love cats and barns!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Wonderful gracious hosts. Relacing place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Limited amenities but very nice people.

The couple was so kind. If you are looking to unplug (not have wi-fi or a lot of access to things nearby)this is the place for you. They had kittens and a beautiful nature area. I just want to make sure that people who are looking for a different type of experience are not misled. There is no Wi-Fi here. The breakfast was adequate. A good place for solitude and reflection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and quiet

Wow what an adorable place. We felt so welcomed and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing.... home cooked meals are the best. You're definitely off grid but it was so relaxing being off social media. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful and Relaxing

I felt so happy and at peace here. The hosts were friendly, and the location was beautifully landscaped. There is a river close by where you can sit and watch the rolling water. The room was comfortable and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The wraparound porch was so pleasant on a summer evening. I was greeted in the morning with a wonderful breakfast. There was no Wi-Fi, but that was a blessing. I enjoyed looking at the beautiful books about barns and covered bridges and just enjoying the peaceful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My brother and I were riding in the RAGBRAI bike ride across Iowa and a mid-week overnight town was Mason City. We booked the Cupola Inn B&B after the 100 mile ride day, and it was a great place to stay. The proprietors went over and above to make our stay comfortable and convenient. My wife, had she been with us, would have loved the flower beds, "farm art", cats, and the cupolas. It was enjoyable to walk around the grounds and see everything. We took care of our gear using the onsite washing machine and dryer so we had clean clothes for the rest of RAGBRAI. We did not stay for breakfast, unfortunately, but it seems it is prepared to order and not a set menu. I just can't say enough about what a calming and quiet reprieve the Cupola Inn was mid-week. If I'm ever back in Mason City, I'd love to take my wife and stay at the Cupola Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Barn and wildflowers!

The couple that hosted/owned Cupola was excellent! The breakfast was amazing daily, The place was clean and easy to find! Loved having coffee by the wildflowers!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the uniqueness of this B&B. Judy was vey friend,y,and helpful. The property looked great…unfortunately it was cold and rainy during our stay so we didn’t get to enjoy it. Room was cozy, bed comfy and breakfast was yummy. Would definitely recommend this little gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really neat idea for a Bed & Breakfast. Would love to come back during the summer and check out the buildings and garden and get some more of Judy's wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home in Iowa farmland!

Judy and Dale go out of their way to make you feel at home. Judy’s breakfasts are wonderfully made and presented. The rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely quiet respite. Each room is unique and cupolas are everywhere. We breakfasted outside our room overlooking lovely gardens. The couple who own this run it with love. We enjoyed getting to know them. Definitely worth getting off the interstate to stay here and wander around.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Miranda, Fairplay, Colorado

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dale and Judy are wonderful hosts! Their bed and breakfast is adorable and away from it all. The homemade breakfast each morning was amazing! We will definitely stay here again. Thank you Dale and Judy for your hospitality! Ryan and Miranda Cook
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019