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The Continental Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Appanoose County Courthouse

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Front of property
Dining
Free self-parking
Lounge
Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Centerville, The Continental Hotel is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Leah Bradley Park and Rathbun Lake, while The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum are cultural highlights. Consider Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens for a night out, and don't miss Centerville City Pool—a top local attraction.
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Map
217 North 13th Street, Centerville, IA, 52544

What's nearby

  • Appanoose County Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Appanoose County Courthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Centerville City Pool - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leah Bradley Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Continental Hotel

Hotel near Appanoose County Courthouse
Located close to The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum, The Continental Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, luggage storage and wedding services
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Continental Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1893
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Continental Hotel Centerville
Continental Centerville
The Continental Hotel Hotel
The Continental Hotel Centerville
The Continental Hotel Hotel Centerville

Frequently asked questions

Is The Continental Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Continental Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Continental Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Continental Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Continental Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Centerville, this hotel is steps away from Appanoose County Courthouse and The Majestic Theater. Appanoose County Museum and Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens are also within 10 minutes.

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The Continental Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 220 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

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ambience! Classic old time elegance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the spacious room, historic charm, and the hotel restaurant was excellent as well. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Terrible breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

Terry

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

Bridget

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

Doug

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

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

Diane

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

Beautiful

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

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Amenities
Second time staying here, staff is friendly and helpful, place is clean comfortable and historic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean, quiet, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is the best in town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and great rooms, would rate as one of my most favorite places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, very comfortable with lots of historical pieces. Staff was beyond kind and helpful. Loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay . Accommodations were exceptional and plenty of things to do within walking distance on the square. We enjoy every stay here and look forward to the next !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

Best stay

Wonderful stay. Rooms were clean and organized. Staff was helpful and the restaurant had delicious food. Contiental Breakfast was good and Centerville is wonderful 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly beautifully restored historic building with a wonderful restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023