Nestled in a charming location, Covered Bridge Inn offers the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. Start your day with continental breakfast on the picturesque terrace, then connect to WiFi or work at the computer station. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
John Wayne Birthplace Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Madison County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Cedar Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Clark Tower - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald’s - 17 min walk
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
Urban Taproom & Grill - 18 min walk
Hardee's - 13 min walk
Montross Pharmacy - 3 min drive
About this property
Covered Bridge Inn
When visiting Winterset, Covered Bridge Inn is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Cover Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Motel
Covered Bridge Inn Winterset
Covered Bridge Inn Motel Winterset
Frequently asked questions
Does Covered Bridge Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Covered Bridge Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Covered Bridge Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Covered Bridge Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Covered Bridge Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Covered Bridge Inn and nearby?
Covered Bridge Inn has a picnic area.
What's the area around Covered Bridge Inn like?
Covered Bridge Inn is located a short 20-minute walk from The Winterset Stage.
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Covered Bridge Inn Reviews
Reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Winterset is the coolest little town
Really friendly host, very comfortable room, great location. Lots of choices for breakfast
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Only stayed one night . The beds were comfortable the room was clean and I would definitely stay there again.
JoAnn
JoAnn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Great location, clean, quiet and great value for beautiful Winterset.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 30, 2025
Tv went out
No elevator, breakfast was not great
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 24, 2025
Clean hotel and a nice location.
This was a nice hotel to stay at when we visited Winterset. The hotel was extremely clean. Spotless. Breakfast was nice and no problems during our stay. We were able to easily drive to see all of the Covered Bridges in the area from this hotel.
Kent
Kent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
We found the Covered Bridge Inn to be perfect for our needs. The Owner was very accommodating. My husband is unable to carry/lift things so the Owner came out and helped me bring in our luggage. He was very pleasant, recommended places to eat and things to see. Great stay, would recommend.
Cathy
Cathy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
The staff was friendly. The coffee was real and the rooms were clean. Home of John Wayne birthplace. Fantastic stay.
Mia
Mia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
They serve a Great Breakfast. Would be even better if they could add Real Butter to the menu
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Everything great.
The only inconvenient -very very little one- was they were updating the rooms. Advantage? The stuff that they were renewing was CLEANER than the one that is in use in a lot of more expensive ones. Staff very kind, nice breakfast, close to everyhing, not noise at all.
J
J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Clean and super friendly staff. When the front desk informed me of the breakfast hours at check in I said I would be leaving very early before breakfast. He said if I got hungry in the night to let him know and he would open the breakfast room so I could have a snack. I thought that was very kind.
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Nice
Nice and quiet. Bed not very comfortable
Claudia
Claudia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Friendly staff
Bertie
Bertie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2025
close to my destination
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Good for the money.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Enjoyed everything
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
The property was nice and clean. The clerk was very pleasant! We would definitely come again.
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2024
The staff was very friendly.
Ken
Ken, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Good value
Very polite and helpful front desk attendent. Breakfast was very sparse though
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2025
Very friendly staff. Easy check in. Clean rooms. Will stay again when i am in town
Valerie
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Very clean and comfortable stay.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Friendly, Convenient and Priced Right
I was in town for the week and chose to stay at the Covered Bridge Inn. The location was convenient since I would also be traveling east a few times throughout the week. The staff were friendly and caring, and the room was terrific. Other options in town just didn't compare.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
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.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 4, 2025
O.K.
The room was O.K. for a stay in the area. The beds were not as comfortable compared to other hotels that I have stayed in, but the room was clean. The internet worked great. A huge plus is that the floors were wood, so there were not nasty smells like some hotels that have carpet. I would stay here if in the area again.
clint
clint, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 25, 2025
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.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2024
We have stayed here several times and always find it clean, friendly staff, and comfortable.