Winterset, IA

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Covered Bridge Inn
Covered Bridge Inn
2.5 out of 5
1312 Cedar Bridge Rd., Winterset, IA
The price is SAR 334 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
SAR 334
SAR 367 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this motel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
Clean and affordable
"It was clean and affordable. Staff was nice. The only issue we had was someone had a dog that kept constantly barking for hours. We knew the hotel accepted pets so it’s not their fault. Just an FYI for anyone booking. It’s an older hotel as well, which is fine with us. We had a nice stay and would ..."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Covered Bridge Inn
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
2.5 out of 5
1304 North 4th Avenue, Winterset, IA
The price is SAR 371 per night from May 4 to May 5
SAR 371
SAR 416 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (618 reviews)
"The property did not look like it did in the picture."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is SAR 407 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 407
SAR 456 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,657 reviews)
"The property is clean. I love the woodsy logged look. Smelled clean and the front desk staff was courteous. The room I had was spacious and even had a massage chair which believe me I took the liberty of using. It is very quiet. I didn't hear a peep. The main building has a pool and Sauna. You get ..."

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
Des Moines
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
Game night
"Everything was great and really fun!"

Reviewed on 13 January 2025

SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
Charming 3-bedroom house with WiFi and fitness room and hot tub, playground
Charming 3-bedroom house with WiFi and fitness room and hot tub, playground
2 out of 5
Des Moines
Stay at this vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Wells Fargo Arena and Blank Park Zoo are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Family Fun
"Cannot be more happy with our experience, Beautiful home and property located minutes from the airport. Very clean and spacious! Located close to restaurants and grocery stores. The owner was incredibe with communication and very accommodating! Would definitely recommend and if possible when we return ..."

Reviewed on 23 March 2025

Charming 3-bedroom house with WiFi and fitness room and hot tub, playground
Lovely 2-bedroom apartment in Sherman Hill-4
Lovely 2-bedroom apartment in Sherman Hill-4
Des Moines
Stay at this apartment in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa State Fairgrounds ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Family visit
"Great location. The first apartment we were assigned was not cleaned, but the host contacted us within 20 minutes and moved us to another unit. All was good."

Reviewed on 26 December 2024

Lovely 2-bedroom apartment in Sherman Hill-4
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Popular places to visit

#adventure Built in 1883 by Harvey P. Jones and George K. Foster, Roseman is 107 feet in length and sits in its original location. It was renovated in 1992 at a cost of $152,515. In Robert James Waller’s novel, The Bridges of Madison County, and the movie of the same name, Roseman is the bridge Robert Kincaid seeks when he stops at Francesca Johnson’s home for directions. It is also where Francesca leaves her note inviting him to dinner. Also known as the “haunted” bridge, Roseman is where two sheriff’s posses trapped a county jail escapee in 1892. It is said the man rose up straight through the roof of the bridge, uttering a wild cry, and disappeared. He was never found, and it was decided that anyone capable of such a feat must be innocent.

Roseman Bridge

4/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Winterset with a stop at Roseman Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Roseman Bridge
On a stop over going to Whistler Mountain #blue #wanderwoman #Canada #takemeback

Clark Tower

4/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Winterset with a stop at Clark Tower. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Clark Tower

John Wayne Birthplace Museum

4.5/5(62 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at John Wayne Birthplace Museum in Winterset. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

John Wayne Birthplace Museum

Madison County Courthouse

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Madison County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Winterset, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Madison County Courthouse

The Winterset Stage

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at The Winterset Stage during your stay in Winterset. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

The Winterset Stage

Pammel State Park

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pammel State Park during your travels in Winterset. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Pammel State Park

Reviews of Winterset

4.6
Top Destination
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4 - Good 24%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We visited the bridges of Madison county and local wineries. Beautiful drives.

5/5 - Excellent

Terri

Loved Winterset. John Wayne museum was nightlight. Enjoyed seeing the covered bridges. The downtown was so authentic...took you back in time. Beautiful old building. Beautiful parks. Hope to go back when the weather is nicer.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very limited dining choices for an area with many wonderful sites to see

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place, we enjoyed our visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Patty

Loved the town, it was small but very nice.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful town. Locals are very friendly and make you feel at home. The bridges are one of our favorite places to visit.