The Continental Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Appanoose County Courthouse

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Front of property
Lounge
Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services
Dining
Free self parking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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217 North 13th Street, Centerville, IA, 52544
  • Appanoose County Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Leah Bradley Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 339 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Centerville

City center stay.Steps from the hotel, you'll find Appanoose County Courthouse and The Majestic Theater. Appanoose County Museum and Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Appanoose County Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Appanoose County Courthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centerville City Pool - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Leah Bradley Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pit Pony Pub & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Eagles 2675 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Stop Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Continental Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Appanoose County Courthouse
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

The Continental Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Centerville hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1893
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Continental Hotel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Centerville hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Continental Hotel to the airport?

The Continental Hotel is 85.2 mi (102-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Continental Hotel?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Continental Hotel on Sep 7, 2025 start from $170.1, 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 The Continental Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Continental Hotel.

Does The Continental Hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Continental Hotel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Continental Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Continental Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Continental Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Continental Hotel have a pool?

The Continental Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Continental Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Continental Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Continental Hotel to downtown Centerville?

The Continental Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Centerville.

The Continental Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 221 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very nice, historic hotel which also has accommodations for those with disabilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. Charming hotel and city
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

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

Highly recommend, we always enjoy!

Not our first stay here, we have family nearby. We love the convenience of the location. Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are super clean and well appointed, the queen suite, room 306, has a nice mini kitchen and perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, APO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Great rooms and excellent food!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel located right on the square. Well staffed. Very friendly. I plan to stay again on my next visit to Centerville.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

2nd Stay - Still impressed!

Our 1st stay was in May 2021 for our wedding night, and we were excited to be back for a friend's wedding to stay again. The rooms are great and clean. The beds are incredibly comfortable. And the staff are very hospitable & respectful. Love it all and will happily come back in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

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

fun trip

most of staff wonderful except for the grouchy one who checked us in and didn't have the slightest smile or even a nod when she'd pass. Evening bar tender and waitress was fun and friendly. would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. On-site restaurant with great food and beverage choices. Friendly staff. Quiet, clean, well appointed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet hotel. Staff was amazing, and the area is really cute.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Beautiful

Beautiful room. Beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Wonderful Place!

Wonderful stay. Room was very comfortable and nicely put together. Staff at the desk, bar and restaurant were fabulous! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff, very nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to work
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant experience at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely spotless. Classic architecture. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations...will repeat next time in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

LJ

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as advertised - *Queen suite*. Poorly furnished, poorly lit, rickety Motel 6 style furniture. As I glimpsed the other *Queen suites* on my floor, felt like I'd experienced a true bait and switch. My money and time were poorly spent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here for work. Staff is always friendly. The room is always clean. This last time there was a guy yelling in his room late at night, but that is not the hotels fault and it is usually very quiet which is rare for hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very warm even with air on , bed and pillows uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
I had hoped for a more historic ambiance. While the lobby and bar area were charming, our room was quite small with what appeared to be a full-sized bed and modern wood linoleum flooring—I was expecting classic wooden floors. Additionally, our window faced directly into another room, so we had to keep it closed for privacy. Overall, it didn’t meet my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024