Lodging
The Beeler House
Centerville, IA – Sleeps 10 guests
Online Booking: https://www.thebeelerhouse.com/
The Beeler House is a lovingly restored boutique Airbnb in the heart of Centerville, offering a warm blend of historic charm and modern comfort that’s perfect for families, friends, and visitors exploring southern Iowa. Once a cherished family home, it welcomes guests to relax, make memories, and enjoy easy access to local attractions, dining, and community events.
The Continental Hotel
Centerville, IA – 28 Rooms & Suites
Phone: (641) 437-1025
The Continental Hotel blends historic elegance with modern comfort in the heart of downtown Centerville, offering guests stylish rooms and warm hospitality just steps from local dining, shopping, and community events. With thoughtful amenities and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect home base for exploring Appanoose County or enjoying a relaxing getaway in southern Iowa.
Honey Creek Resort
Moravia, Iowa – 105 rooms, 28 cabins & full-hookup campsite options
Phone: 641-724-1450
Honey Creek Resort is back under new management and ready to welcome guests to one of Iowa’s premier lake destinations. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, family vacation, wedding, conference, golf outing, or group retreat, Honey Creek offers lodging, dining, recreation, and event spaces all in one beautiful lakeside setting at Rathbun Lake.
Lakeside Inn
Moravia, IA – 13 Rooms
Phone: (641) 724-3212
Rathbun Marina Lakeside Inn offers comfortable lakeside accommodations just steps from the marina, making it an ideal home base for fishing trips, boating adventures, and relaxing weekends at Rathbun Lake. With easy access to the water, nearby dining, and outdoor recreation, it’s the perfect place to unwind while enjoying everything the lake has to offer.
Lelah Bradley Reserve & Park Campgrounds
Centerville, IA – 15 Full Hookup (50 Amp)
Phone: (641) 856-8528
Just minutes from the Centerville Square, Lelah Bradley Park and Reserve offers a peaceful outdoor escape with wooded trails, two scenic reservoirs, and a family-friendly campground with full hookups. Whether you’re casting a line, launching a kayak, or enjoying a quiet walk through the trees, it’s an easy place to unwind and experience the natural beauty of Appanoose County.
Rathbun Camper Rentals
Serving Appanoose County – Camper delivered directly to your campsite
Phone: (641) 433-4848
Rathbun Camper Rentals makes your camping getaway easy with fully furnished campers delivered and set up at your campsite before you arrive. With a variety of camper sizes, including pet-friendly options, you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying everything Lake Rathbun and Appanoose County have to offer.
Rathbun Lake Public Campgrounds
Moravia, IA & Mystic IA – 700+ campsites (mix of tent & full-hookup)
Book Online: https://www.recreation.gov/gateways/274
Rathbun Lake’s public campgrounds offer more than 700 campsites across several scenic parks, with options for tents, RVs, and campers ranging from quiet wooded sites to lakefront camping with electric hookups. Whether you’re planning a fishing trip, family vacation, or weekend on the water, you’ll enjoy easy access to boating, swimming, hiking, and all the outdoor recreation that makes Rathbun Lake a favorite destination.
Sharon Bluffs State Park Campgrounds
Centerville, IA – 6 Hookup (30 Amp)
Phone: (641) 856-8528
Tucked among the scenic bluffs along the Chariton River, Sharon Bluffs State Park offers a quiet getaway filled with natural beauty and local history. With wooded hiking trails, river views, a small campground, and a nature center showcasing Iowa wildlife, it’s a perfect spot to explore the outdoors in Appanoose County.
Super 8
Centerville, IA – 41 Rooms
Phone: (641) 323-2167
Super 8 by Wyndham Centerville offers comfortable, affordable accommodations just minutes from the Centerville Square, local dining, shopping, and area attractions. Whether you’re visiting for business, a family event, or a weekend exploring Appanoose County, it’s a convenient home base with the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Tangleberries
Centerville, IA – 3 Suites
Phone: 641-895-8676
Tangleberries Suites offers a cozy and stylish stay in the heart of downtown Centerville, just steps away from unique shops, local restaurants, and community events on the historic square. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, a special occasion, or simply looking to experience small-town charm, this thoughtfully designed suite provides a comfortable place to relax and recharge.