Stay at The Literary Hotel in Solon, IA. Rated 4.7 with 102 reviews, offering LGBTQ+ friendly amenities and close to Lake Macbride State Park and Hoover Historic Site.
Visitors appreciate the blend of historic character and modern comforts, supported by a helpful and accommodating staff. The convenient location in Solon enhances access to local dining and attractions.
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Located at 130 S Dubuque St in Solon, Iowa, The Literary Hotel presents a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Housed in a thoughtfully restored building, the hotel features distinctive rustic details such as exposed brick and wooden floors, which many guests have found appealing. With a strong rating of 4.7 from over 100 reviews, the property is praised for its cleanliness, attentive management, and convenient location near Solon’s Main Street.
Guest rooms are noted for their relaxing atmosphere and practical amenities, including good air conditioning and well-maintained bathrooms with modern fixtures. Visitors have appreciated thoughtful touches like complimentary in-room drinks and personalized service, making stays comfortable for families, wedding parties, and solo travelers alike. Check-in is available from 3 PM, with checkout by 11 AM, providing flexibility suited to various travel plans.
The hotel’s location offers easy access to local attractions such as Lake Macbride State Park, Palisades-Kepler State Park, and the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, all ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Its proximity to small shops, including the on-site Kate&Alivia Boutique women’s clothing store, as well as restaurants within walking distance, supports a convenient and enjoyable stay for guests interested in exploring the area.
Being LGBTQ+ friendly, The Literary Hotel welcomes a diverse range of guests. It suits visitors looking for a quiet and comfortable base with character and a sense of place, especially those traveling for events or leisure in eastern Iowa. Although not a large property, guest reviews suggest that attentive staff and a warm atmosphere help create a positive experience worth considering.
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Stunning hotel with a tasteful mix of historic charm and industrial modern decor. Rooms are spotlessly clean and relaxing. The complimentary drinks in the room were a very nice touch! The hotel is right off of Main Street in Solon, so within walking distance to everything in town. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
My family and I reserved all 11 rooms on the second floor of the Literary Hotel when I got married in Solon this past December. Our big group was hard to please but absolutely everyone loved the rustic style of the rooms, and I received numerous complements about how attentive and accommodating Al was (the manager). The Literary is a great place to stay even if you need to be all the way out in Iowa City!
What a neat historic building to put a fantastic boutique hotel in. The character of the room was so cool, exposed brick, beautiful wooden floors that creaked when you walked across them. Air conditioning was on when we got to the room and was nice and cool for a great nights sleep. We forgot our fan and the owner happily grabbed one from storage for us, super kind, we always sleep with one and forgot ours, so he went above and beyond by grabbing one for us. The shower was super hot with a great waterfall shower head. Will definitely stay again when we are in the area. Close to restaurants and shops.
Spent only one night there. It was convenient for the location of an event I attended. The rooms are very clean. Al & the staff were very accommodating. We were able to get an early check in. A very cute & fun place to stay. Thank you.
we really enjoy our stay here…such comfortable rooms. love that you have the bunk room for our daughters family and our other daughter used 2diuble queen rooms. we always love our stay here at the literary hotel
We booked a room for our daughter for her wedding. The rooms are very lovely and it worked out perfect for the girls to get ready the morning of. The newlyweds stayed there on their wedding night and a romance package was waiting for them that evening. Al was super nice and I recommend it highly! Great place!
A beautifully crafted, unique place to stay. The staff were very accommodating and provided us with an early check in. The historic features of this hotel are very well integrated throughout the building. Location is within walking distance of Solon’s well known restaurants. Will definitely be staying again!
What a great property. It has been beautifully restored and the management is extremely responsive and on site. We attended a wedding at a venue under the same management and had a delightful experience. If in the area, I would highly recommend this hotel and this neat community outside Cedar Rapids.
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