My mother and I were looking for somewhere close to stay for a family wedding...I have to say, that the name threw me off a bit. Of course we waited until the last minute and couldn't find a single hotel with an open room within the distance we were looking (excluding the Super 8 who wanted $150 a night). Having... More

We had the opportunity to stay here in July. Tho Julie could not be there,our rooms were ready when we arrived. We had a great time looking around the jail being able to view where the 'inmates' were kept. The location of the Jailhouse being on a hill, gave us a great view of the town from our rooms, The... More

I visited Elkader for 4 days on business and was left with only a handful of options within an hour drive to town. A Google search brought me to the jailhouse inn's website: http://elkaderjailhouseinn.com and my curiosity was peaked. I called and left a voicemail and an hour later Julie returned my call and confirmed my reservation. I stayed in... More

Love being able to say this with tongue in cheek. My cousin and I were visiting family in Elkader and chose to stay at the Jailhouse Inn because it sounded so different from everything else. This was my cousin's 1st experience with a B&B - boy was she thrilled with the ambiance, privacy, beauty and luxury. Julie is the perfect... More

The Jailhouse Inn is a stunningly beautiful former jail built in 1870. The owners bought the place on a dime and have turned it into a beautiful bed and breakfast. Gorgeous renovated suites are designed to appeal to a variety of people. My favorite is the Harstad suite in the former attic. It is spacious, brightly decorated, elegant and the... More

Stayed here for two nights whilst visiting relatives but really that was not long enough to do the hotel justice. The hotel has been renovated to a very high standard and the room was large airy and extremely comfortable with large ensuite bathroom including jacuzzi bath and seperate shower. The rooms are all individually decorated and furnished with alot of... More

Immaculate, spacious rooms, good bed, newly remodeled, good food. Next time I need to stay in Elkader I'll stay here again.

My partner's family is from Elkader, and we decided to stay at this B&B on a recent visit. The Inn is a in renovated, historic building that served for many, many years as the Clayton County Jail. The Inn is stunning, tastefully done, yet comfortable. In particular, the cellblock room was converted into the breakfast/common area- you can even dress... More