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Covered Bridge Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Winterset motel

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Porch
Free daily continental breakfast
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property entrance
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Walk Up

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1312 Cedar Bridge Rd., Winterset, IA, 50273
  • Place, The Winterset Stage
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, John Wayne Birthplace Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Madison County Courthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Madison County Courthouse and John Wayne Birthplace Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Clark Tower is within 3 miles (5 km) and Roseman Bridge is within 12 miles (20 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
  • ‪The Sports Page - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Urban Taproom & Grill - ‬18 min walk

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. 498 out of 770 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 770 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 770 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 770 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 770 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kasie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff when I called said pets were fine but upon arrival said no pet room available
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As soon as I walked in the room there was a big bug on the back of the door that i squished. I had it in my head it looked like a roach. I was on high alert after that but I didn't see any more so that was good. The next morning after breakfast I was going to take a shower before I left and there was no way to make the water come out of the shower head???? I tried everything and never saw spigot like that. So no shower because I wasn't about to take a bath. Not a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and stocked as advertised. I did like the small fridge and microwave. They served breakfast from 6-10 but we didn't try it. The owner did provided us with a list of places to eat in town. The town and bridges were a nice getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast. Very quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was courteous, room clean, nice tub and shower. Breakfast was well-stocked with a small seating area to eat in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

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

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just adequate; staff was non audible; breakfast was poor, no coffee; room was clean bed was ok; limited options in Winterest so this is what you get to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nooe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathtub appeared to have a shower but there was not a way to turn the shower head on!!! THERE WAS NO SHOWER CONTROL!! Also, there was no way to take a bath because the drain did not have a stopper. I would not recommend this hotel because of that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay there was fine. The hotel is quiet and the rooms are good. There was an easy chair and an office chair and a fridge and microwave. The staff was polite and helped us with an extra blanket and pillow. Beautiful view out our window of the surrounding countryside. Convenient place to stay during the Covered Bridge Festival in Winterset.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms. Good breakfast to start the day off right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff friendly, excellent place nice and clean, comfy and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dalibor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast can be more healthier food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond, Leawood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was top notch for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of as very far from my event and incorrectly stated in the Expedia search.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa, Tucson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean but smelled really musty. The pillows were very uncomfortable. There was an exterior door to the hotel that would not close unless you really pulled/pushed on it. Due to the door not closing very well there seemed to be a lot of bugs in the room. This hotel could use some maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathie

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower did not work. They aren’t staffed 24/7 so couldn’t tell anyone about it until the next morning. Was driving for 10 hours, and not having a shower was disappointing. The woman was nice, but did not offer compensation or discount. She said I have to tilt it, and then pull.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Disliked: Room comfort

Smelly Room

Only hotel to go to for Winterset. Breakfast was in a converted room. Eggs were chemical egg whites and the condiments were Walmart rejects. A banana was the best thing. Room was musty and you could not open window. We left the door open to the hall and ran the shower to get the smell out. How this place rated high is a mystery. To all of you out there, ask to see the room first before you pay. We are going to do this from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025