Grinnell, Iowa — Est. 1890
Read Hall is more than a place to sleep between stops. It is a Grinnell institution — a place where the architecture remembers your name and the service anticipates it.
Our Story
Since 1890, Read Hall has stood at the center of Grinnell — not just as a building, but as a fixture of the community. Generations of travelers, families, and visitors have passed through our doors, and each one has left with a memory worth keeping.
We do not chase trends or renovate for the sake of novelty. What we do is refine what has always worked: comfortable rooms, genuine hospitality, and a location that puts you exactly where you need to be.
130+
Years of Hospitality
25
Well-Cared-for Rooms
1890
Established
Accommodations
Every room at Read Hall is furnished with care — comfortable beds, clean lines, and the quiet dignity of a building that takes its hospitality seriously.
A thoughtfully appointed room with everything you need — a comfortable queen bed, work desk, and a bathroom that actually feels clean.
More space, a king bed, and a sitting area that makes a longer stay feel less like a hotel and more like a temporary home.
Our largest offering — a separate living room, premium furnishings, and the kind of space that makes a weekend feel luxurious.
All rooms include complimentary WiFi, daily housekeeping, and 24-hour front desk service.
The Experience
A simple, honest breakfast each morning — fresh coffee, hot items, and the kind of start that makes the day easier.
Reliable internet throughout the building. Whether you are catching up on work or watching a show, it just works.
Our front desk is staffed around the clock. Late arrival? Early morning? We accommodate your schedule, not the other way around.
Steps from downtown Grinnell, College Street shops, and the heart of everything. You arrive and you are already where you need to be.
Location
1211 East Street places Read Hall at the crossroads of Grinnell — close to the college, close to downtown, and close to the quiet that makes a stay restful.
Just a short walk from campus — ideal for families, visitors, and academic events.
Restaurants, shops, and galleries are all within a few blocks of our front door.
Conveniently located near major highways for a quick stop on any route through Iowa.
We do not claim to be the newest hotel in town. What we offer is something harder to find — a place that has earned its reputation and intends to keep it.
Read Hall — Grinnell, Iowa
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1211 East St, Grinnell, IA 50112
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week