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Covered Bridge Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Winterset motel

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Free daily continental breakfast
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Porch
Reception
Property entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1312 Cedar Bridge Rd., Winterset, IA, 50273
  • Place, John Wayne Birthplace Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison County Courthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub Grab Bars, Ground Floor | Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub Grab Bars, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Ground Floor

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Walk Up

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Walk Up

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Walk Up

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Walk Up

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Walk Up

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Walk Up

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Winterset

In Winterset .You'll find Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge and Madison County Courthouse within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. John Wayne Birthplace Museum and Clark Tower are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Winterset Stage - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • John Wayne Birthplace Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Madison County Courthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 30 min drive - 49.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Urban Taproom & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Petite Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Covered Bridge Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this Winterset motel
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at Covered Bridge Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Winterset motel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
Covered Bridge Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. 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. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cover Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Motel
Covered Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Motel Winterset

Covered Bridge Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 765 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 765 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 765 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 765 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 765 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tv went out No elevator, breakfast was not great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager friendly with great recommendations! Clean. Comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Not sure why the changes?

Price on Hotels.com was $239 for 2 rooms but even though I paid for Both she rang them up separately which came $244. I understand it’s only $5 difference but kind of defeats the purpose of using your site cause the extra $5 just defeated my dollars of credit For booking with you. Hotel also was definitely not worth the price we paid since it was not even half full so not like a shortage of rooms. I will book with you again next time and see if things go better but my husband also booked through you guys a couple weeks ago in Sioux City Iowa for 4 nights but when we got there they had no rooms for us. We have used your site for years but wondering what is happening all of a sudden.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Travelled with family
Only stayed one night . The beds were comfortable the room was clean and I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHAEL E

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Covered Bridge adventure

Our room had a little Smokey smell to it. The breakfast is mediocre. The location is fine and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Travelled with partner
The stay was dated. The floor was better than the bed. If you need to rest, find another place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Don

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

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The workers were so kind and helpful! We were there for a music festival so they were booked up, but when we called and requested an earlier checkin time they were flexible and made it happen for us! The staff are very accommodating and you can tell that they want their guests to be comfortable and enjoy their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Took a dvd to watch ( whole stack on desk) but no way to play iy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfy and I got a good night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
not impressed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

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

Be clear about your policy!

I booked this hotel specifically because they said they were pet friendly. After driving 8 hours with my two cats and attempting to check in, they said they only accept dogs, not cats. I thought this was extremely misleading. They should have specifically said they accepted only dogs, not pets. I was unable to check in and I was very upset after a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was good. Room was clean and has been remodeled. I am well pleased with everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Hotel review

I had an issue with the shower. It work different than any shower I have seen. Also the breakfast I thought could have been better. The eggs where just egg whites, there was only 1/4 of the pans filled. Like 5 pcs of sausage, 1/4 container of egg whites and 1/4 a pan of sausage gravy. It all looked like it was there for a while. The food was not empty due to being ate it that's all that was put out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming. The room, including the bathroom, was clean and well appointed. The bed/pillows were comfortable. Off the main road so it was quiet. We didn't eat the continental breakfast so can't review that. Close to restaurants and park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are putting in new carpeting So it’s a little messy at the moment. But it will be amazing when they are done!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine, Galena

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very clean and just fine, however breakfast had only one sausage link left, no potatoes or eggs, just waffles and pastries. They seem to be in the process of updating the property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025