This Is The Most Unique Hotel In Iowa And You’ll Definitely Want To Visit
By Beth|Published March 18, 2017
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.
Whether you’re a lifelong resident of Iowa or simply passing through for the weekend, there’s an accommodation in Mason City that could impress just about anyone. The Historic Park Inn, aside from being the last standing hotel designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, offers a chance to step back in time. Here’s more on this fascinating hotel that just might be the most unique in all of Iowa:
The iconic Historic Park Inn can be found at 7 W State Street, Mason City, IA 50401.
The hotel dates back to 1910, when it was built along with the adjacent City National Bank by the famous architect. Wright began drawing illustrations for the soon-to-be hotel in December of 1908, and construction began a little over a year later. While he supervised the initial stages of the building, the rest was overseen by William Drummond.
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Due to competition in the hotel industry as well as the closing of City National Bank, the Park Inn gradually declined in business until it was closed in 1972.
Fortunately, thanks to several grants, a complete renovation of the hotel was possible. The Park Inn was open for business again by 2011 and has since been attracting visitors from everywhere.
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A visit to the hotel today is a step back in time, where visitors can admire the authentic construction of Wright’s work.
Plenty of spaces around the site lend themselves to curling up with a book, catching up on work, or simply sitting and admiring this unique piece of history. Whether you've come to admire the architecture, or simply enjoy a relaxing getaway, your time at the Historic Park Inn will not soon be forgotten.
What do you think of this historic hotel? Would you stay here for a visit? Feel free to share your thoughts or experiences with us! To learn more about this unique accommodation, visit the official website here.
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