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Spaulding Inn Bed and Breakfast

1103 Main St, Grinnell, IA 50112
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Spaulding Inn Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #1 of 4 Grinnell B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
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Merida, Mexico
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW

I made my reservation to stay here, two years prior to my son's graduation from Grinnell, as I had heard it is wonderful, walking distance to campus, and only has a few rooms. Staying at the Spaulding enhanced my Grinnell/Iowa experience 100%. Beautiful Victorian house, solid, beautifully appointed, large bedrooms and amazing, comfortable beds. The breakfasts were locally sourced and... More

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Grafton, Wisconsin
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

My family stayed at the Inn in March. My cousin rented out the Inn for a family event. It was just wonderful to be able to have the "run" of the place. The rooms were perfect, beds comfy, and food wonderful. I would recommend ti anyone!

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Madison, Wisconsin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

We stayed two nights in this wonderful inn. Our hostess, Val, was pleasant and helpful. Would have given a rating of five except that several rooms share a single bathroom (although this arrangement has allowed the owners to keep the original floor plan of the house intact).

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Peace Dale, Rhode Island, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

We recently stayed at the Spaulding Inn during a visit to Grinnell College and our stay there made us feel as at home as our son did on campus. The inn is very well appointed and both rooms that we stayed in provided a great night's sleep. We enjoyed sitting and talking with other guests at breakfast and in the... More

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New Palestine, Indiana, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I stayed two time at the Spaulding Inn while my daughter visited Grinnell college. Both times I was impressed with the hospitality of Ms Hammond (owner). The Inn is located just a short walk from both the college and the town. At no time did I need to drive anywhere while visiting Grinnell. The Inn is very clean and the... More

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Edinboro, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

I spent 3 nights at the Spaulding In Bead and Breakfast (March 13-15, 2012) while visiting my daughter who attends Grinnell College. The Inn is an impeccably kept historic building. My room was lovely and the bed very comfortable. I noted that there were 4 pillows with different lofts (including a contour) on the bed so that all preferences were... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

The Spaulding Inn Bed and Breakfast was absolutely wonderful. Valerie and Tim were great hosts and made delicious breakfasts! They were very hospitable. The inn was beautiful and historical - the owners did a good job perserving its quaintness and displaying the inn's historical significance in Grinnell, IA. The inn is also located in a perfect location - 2 blocks... More

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Harrisonburg, VA
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

Spaulding Inn is filled with beautiful furniture, pictures and information about the Spaulding family and their role in Grinnell, IA economy. The innkeeper, Valerie Hammond is friendly and knowledgable without being intrusive. Several rooms upstairs share the same bathroom, but there were only three of us there while I was staying, so it wasn't a problem at all. Breakfast was... More

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Cedar Falls, Iowa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

My husband and I stayed in the Burr Oak room last weekend. Great experience-very comfortable bed and clean room. The house is amazing-spent alot of time looking at the interesting and historical items. Valarie was very gracious and informative. Breakfast was healthy and delicious. Definitely would stay there again.

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Lexington, Kentucky
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

I stayed here last fall, and it was so nice. I stayed in a room with the bathroom down the hall, but there weren't many people there so it felt like I had it to myself. Breakfast with my son (who attends Grinnell College) in the morning was very nice. I would love to stay here again. Thanks Valerie for... More

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1103 Main St, Grinnell, IA 50112
Price range (per night):* INR3,914 - 6,990

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