Cornerstone Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum

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Lobby sitting area
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
42-inch plasma TV with cable channels, TV
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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421 Rock Island Road, Oelwein, IA, 50662
  • Place, Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, MercyOne Oelwein Occupational Health
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hub City Heritage Corporation Railway Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Oelwein

Cornerstone Inn & Suites places you within a 10-minute walk of Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum. This 32-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • MercyOne Oelwein Occupational Health - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hub City Heritage Corporation Railway Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lost Island Waterpark - 45 min drive - 47.0 miles
  • University of Northern Iowa - 50 min drive - 45.7 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Cottage Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Black Bird Coffeehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ampersand Taproom - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Cornerstone Inn & Suites

Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum
At Cornerstone Inn & Suites, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
42-inch plasma TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Boulders Inn Oelwein
Boulders Oelwein
Boulders Inn & Suites Oelwein Iowa
Cornerstone Inn Oelwein
Cornerstone Inn & Suites Hotel
Cornerstone Inn & Suites Oelwein
Cornerstone Inn & Suites Hotel Oelwein

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

Cornerstone Inn & Suites provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

This hotel is located in Oelwein, a short 7-minute walk from Oelwein Area Historical Society Museum and also 13 minutes on foot from Hub City Heritage Corporation Railway Museum. You'll also find Fontana Park & Interpretive Nature Center nearby.

Will I be able to park at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Cornerstone Inn & Suites include a casino at the property?

No, Cornerstone Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Cornerstone Inn & Suites good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as free breakfast and a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Cornerstone Inn & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Cornerstone Inn & Suites offers free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Cornerstone Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Cornerstone Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Cornerstone Inn & Suites is Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional), which is about 26.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cornerstone Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Cornerstone Inn & Suites.

Cornerstone Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 477 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

A diamond in the rough. Don’t miss out!

We traveled to Galena spur of the moment and wound up landing in the middle of a fall festival. While an amazing time, accommodations were very sparing. We found this place, 100 dollars less than any hotel within an hours drive in any direction. A nice king size bed, COMFORTABLE! none of that spring-in-your-side stuff either. The hotel has a waffle breakfast and other hot choices, on the smaller side but appropriate for the guest traffic, we were alone in the facility. Let’s talk bathroom! If you dig water pressure and.. maybe.. oh, I don’t know.. A DOUBLE SHOWER HEAD!! look no further. The heater/ac worked well and kept the room tempered. It was quiet. I didn’t hear a door or foot step all night and I’m telling you if I would have been able to roll off the bed through the wall I would have been *in* the stairwell. Oh! This was cool. We checked in and they had a list of personal care items available incase you forgot them and it was a pretty nice spread, I don’t think I’ve seen something like that since maybe 2002? Very sweet sentiment. The key worked every time and the mechanism didn’t seem faulty or like it was bought off WISH (iykyk). I didn’t need to interact with the staff but they seemed attentive and cleaning the lobby/kitchen. I like to collect brochures from the hotel lobbies of new places we travel and right at the check in they had some for a whole Amish community with all kinds of businesses listed to patron. Very happy with this one!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes no
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay: cozy, friendly, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean. There was no elevator and we were on 2nd floor. I have limited mobility, so steps were difficult and beds were comfy, but a bit too high.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quiet. Room was clean. Only thing we didn't like was there was no elevator.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderfully accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to where I needed to be with a comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love staying here when I'm in the area. Best place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice enough hotel for the money. We were able to enjoy the nice evening by the propane fire table outside, which was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JARROD

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Cornerstone did not have the room that I had reserved. Said that those rooms were for suites and had been given away already. Left me with no place to sleep as I was going to sleep on the chaise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean place to stay! Friendly staff, easy to check in and great Breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & clean hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Tallmadge

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

Worth it

I always stay at this hotel when I'm in town. It's great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025