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Eagle View Motel & Retreat

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Big Springs

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Property grounds
Queen Bed, River View, Ground Level | Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Property amenity
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa River View, Upper Level | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Eagle View Motel & Retreat near Big Springs offers a genuine mountain getaway. Guests can relax by the firepit, use reliable WiFi, and prepare meals on the barbecue grills. The attentive staff ensures visitors feel right at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Queen Bed, River View, Ground Level

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa River View, Upper Level | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa River View, Upper Level

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds, River View, Upper Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds, River View, Ground Level

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • 13 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed, River View, Upper Level

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed, River View, Upper Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Level | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Level

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

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Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed, River View, Ground Level

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Guttenberg is home to Eagle View Motel & Retreat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Springs and Mississippi River, while Field of Dreams and National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium are cultural highlights. Q Casino and Diamond Jo Casino are two other places to visit that come recommended. Jet skiing and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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Map
115 Acre St, Guttenberg, IA, 52052

What's nearby

  • Bussey Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Big Springs - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Big Springs Nature Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Guttenberg Public Library - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Field of Dreams - 47 min drive - 34.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪KWIK STAR #145 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rausch's Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Joe's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stadium Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Eagle View Motel & Retreat

Motel near Big Springs
Eagle View Motel & Retreat provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Furnished balconies or patios and separate sitting areas
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Premium channels, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Portable hoist available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Eagle & Retreat Guttenberg
Eagle View Motel & Retreat Motel
Eagle View Motel & Retreat Guttenberg
Eagle View Motel & Retreat Motel Guttenberg

Frequently asked questions

Is Eagle View Motel & Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Eagle View Motel & Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Eagle View Motel & Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Eagle View Motel & Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eagle View Motel & Retreat located?

Situated in Guttenberg, this motel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Big Springs and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Mississippi River. Field of Dreams is 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away.

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Eagle View Motel & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with a beautiful view. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ac and heat was great, clean room, great view of the river valley.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Mississippi river, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that they allow pets. Area had wondeful views of the river. Outdoor space was well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved that this was pet friendly and secluded. Beautiful views and the outdoor spaces were excellent. There was fire wood for a fire, and even grills to grill food. Would have loved to stay longer and will definitely be returning.
Outdoor area and patio
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view of the river and clean, comfortable rooms. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained; perfect location for our stay. Staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

The room was spotless so clean but they need to fix up the building on the outside and some better towels ours were like hand towels in size for bathing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Amenities
What a wonderful place to stay with stunning views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is WONDERFUL! Clean, and very comfortable. The views are beautiful. Lots of bird watching!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has its quirks--it's an old motel that's been well renovated, but don't expect it to have the smoothed-over slickness of a fancy chain motel. Look at the photos, and you'll know what to expect. What it does have going for it is an unrivaled view of the Mississippi from high atop a bluff and lovely places to sit outdoors.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sits on bluff. Close to town.
View from porch
View from our window
Room7 with 2 queen beds. Great water pressure. Fridge, microwave and coffee pot
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little motel. Clean rooms, comfy bed and stocked with soap and shampoo etc. We felt safe, dead bolts, code locks and well lit at night. View was amazing. If I ever need to return to Iowa I would not hesitate to stay here again. Staff was helpful and friendly. Felt like a cabin not a motel (we were in the King and Queen Suite)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We loved everything about the place. The view is spectacular along with the sitting area to enjoy this hidden treasure. We did run into a problem getting into our room. after calling the number on the office door several times we finally received a call with our code and room number. We waited around for an hour and were on our way out to find another place to stay when Susie called us back. We truly enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view is amazing! Can’t wait to return for another stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was beautiful, well maintained, quiet. Friendly staff, invited us to join them at the fire, bed was super comfortable, great AC. 5 stars!! Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely!

Great comfortable and clean room. Wonderful staff. Amazing views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was fantastic. Everyone was friendly and the driving was good. Nice small town atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. I’d just finished a bike ride across Iowa and they let me do my laundry for free and ran me into town to ship my kit back home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view out our window of the Mississippi River. Only drawback was the train nearby blowing its whistle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nika

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

Beautiful View

The stay at this motel was and has definitely been an amazing stay. I came here for work was treated very well and must I say The View from my window every morning and evening was just simply breathtaking thank you too housekeeping that did an amazing job making sure that my stay was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Remarkable view of Mississippi River Valley. Birds galore, at feeders and on river. Bring your binoculars. Birders would love this location for exploring birds of various species. Great beauty to experience at Eagle View Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and the room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the river!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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