The Continental Hotel

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

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

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
217 North 13th Street, Centerville, IA, 52544
  • Appanoose County Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Leah Bradley Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Centerville

The Continental Hotel puts you in the heart of Centerville, within steps of Appanoose County Courthouse and The Majestic Theater. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchenettes. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Centerville hotel include Appanoose County Museum and Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens.

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 with free breakfast, steps from Appanoose County Courthouse
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

The Continental Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Centerville hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1893
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Continental Hotel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Centerville hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Continental Hotel?

The Continental Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Continental Hotel?

Yep, The Continental Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes The Continental Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Continental Hotel.

Does The Continental Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served at The Continental Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Continental Hotel?

No, The Continental Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Continental Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Continental Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Continental Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Continental Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 218 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

Kathy

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

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

Christopher, APO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Great rooms and excellent food!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Travelled with family
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

Eddie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

8/10 Good

JAMES

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fun trip

most of staff wonderful except for the grouchy one who checked us in and didn't have the slightest smile or even a nod when she'd pass. Evening bar tender and waitress was fun and friendly. would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveller
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

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

Diane

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

Beautiful

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
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

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff, very nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

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

10/10 Excellent

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

Jim

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

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

6/10 Okay

LJ

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as advertised - *Queen suite*. Poorly furnished, poorly lit, rickety Motel 6 style furniture. As I glimpsed the other *Queen suites* on my floor, felt like I'd experienced a true bait and switch. My money and time were poorly spent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here for work. Staff is always friendly. The room is always clean. This last time there was a guy yelling in his room late at night, but that is not the hotels fault and it is usually very quiet which is rare for hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very warm even with air on , bed and pillows uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
I had hoped for a more historic ambiance. While the lobby and bar area were charming, our room was quite small with what appeared to be a full-sized bed and modern wood linoleum flooring—I was expecting classic wooden floors. Additionally, our window faced directly into another room, so we had to keep it closed for privacy. Overall, it didn’t meet my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Centerville
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024