Hotel Ottumwa

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Wapello County Historical Museum

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Restaurant
Staircase
Front of property
Lobby
Banquet hall

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

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107 E 2nd St, Ottumwa, IA, 52501
  • Wapello County Historical Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bridge View Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Memorial Park
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ottumwa

Heart of Ottumwa.Stay at this Ottumwa hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wapello County Historical Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Memorial Park. Cedar Creek Golf Course is within 6 miles (10 km) and Airpower Museum is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Wapello County Historical Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bridge View Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Memorial Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Quincy Place Mall - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cedar Creek Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

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
  • ‪Front Runners - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Bucks - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ottumwa

3.5-star hotel near Wapello County Historical Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. A fitness center, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Ottumwa. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Ottumwa hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Ottumwa offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 6.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 6.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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. 

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ottumwa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Ottumwa.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ottumwa?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ottumwa on Sep 15, 2025 start from $76.45, 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 Hotel Ottumwa offer free breakfast?

Hotel Ottumwa offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ottumwa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ottumwa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ottumwa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Ottumwa have a pool?

Hotel Ottumwa does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Ottumwa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Ottumwa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Ottumwa to downtown Ottumwa?

Hotel Ottumwa is 0.1 mi away from Ottumwa.

Hotel Ottumwa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 483 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 483 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 483 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 483 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 483 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness
TV remote didn’t work—needed new batteries. Hair dryer didn’t work. Hot water not hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They did a nice job with breakfast. Personalized...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint and historic hotel. The staff was excellent and so friendly. Would stay there again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Complimentary breakfast at a local restaurant connected to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice hotel with old school charm.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff at front desk. Lobby Cafe food was delicious. Room was okay for just an overnight stay and not expensive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sartaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Xyz
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley, Jefferson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but old.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Love it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it, been coming here for 40 years & hope to keep coming back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jaime

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here before, will likely stay here again, but was disappointed in the smell of the elevator, the tiles in our hotel room bathroom were lifting up, and the couch had a huge stain on it. It's a beautiful hotel with lots of history, so I hope for a grant, or Gordon Ramsey, because it could be just as beautiful again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

dennis

Traveled with family
Breakfast was almost nothing! they put us in the annex.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nanette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Death Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased that, after accidentally leaving my watch in my room after checking out, it was mailed to me at my home address. A pleasant stay in Ottumwa!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Miquella

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel Ottumwa has so much potential but unfortunately was not a place I would recommend. The staff are very friendly but many times the reception is totally empty and a person has to wait 5-10 minutes before someone assists you. This becomes quite a hassle since the keycards for the rooms never work and one is constantly having to ask for them to be fixed so that you can get into the room. Once you walk towards your room the hallways reek of cigarettes. And unfortunately the rooms are not too much better. The beds are clearly old and not comfortable to sleep on and if you are sensitive to smells you will walk out with a headache. I didn’t once have warm water when wanting to shower and the water pressure was terrible. Unfortunately I would not recommend this property if asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fred, york

Liked: Staff & service
Close to where we wanted to go
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025