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Iron through truss bridge crosses the Des Moines River from Ottumwa Iowa to Turkey Island. Train bridge built in 1911.
Iron through truss bridge crosses the Des Moines River from Ottumwa Iowa to Turkey Island. Train bridge built in 1911.

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Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader

Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader

2 out of 5
Elkader IA
The price is NZ$244 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$244
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Elkader. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Old but clean had everything needed

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader
Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader

Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader

Elkader IA
The price is NZ$252 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$252
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Elkader. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room jetted baths and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The apartment is spacious, very clean, and comfortable. It features beautiful views of Elkader. The location is in easy walking distance to the shops, restaurants, and riverfront trail. I hope to stay again.

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader
Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite

Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite

Elkader IA
The price is NZ$174 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$174
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Elkader. Enjoy free breakfast, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Such a great place to stay. We had a lot of room, and it's in downtown so we could walk to restaurants and shops. Plus we had a very tasty breakfast! We will plan to use Goldfinch Suites in the future!!

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

Elkader Iowa Bed & Breakfast, 2nd floor suite
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader

Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader

Elkader IA
Stay at this apartment in Elkader. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room jetted baths and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The apartment is spacious, very clean, and comfortable. It features beautiful views of Elkader. The location is in easy walking distance to the shops, restaurants, and riverfront trail. I hope to stay again.

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Charming 2-bedroom suite A with WiFi, AC in adorable Elkader
Keystone Bridge Suite

Keystone Bridge Suite

2 out of 5
Elkader IA
Stay at this apartment in Elkader. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House Museum are located ...
Keystone Bridge Suite
Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader

Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader

2 out of 5
Elkader IA
Stay at this apartment in Elkader. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Keystone Bridge and Carter House Museum are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Old but clean had everything needed

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Cycle Suite – Cozy Downtown Retreat in Elkader
See all properties in Elkader
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Carter House Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Carter House Museum during your travels in Elkader.

Carter House Museum

Keystone Bridge

After visiting Keystone Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Elkader.

Keystone Bridge

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