7 Historic Iowa Hotels-- Part 5: Hotel Pattee and Black Hawk

HOTEL PATTEE in Perry

This is known as one of the finest boutique hotels in the world with 40 individually-themes rooms and even a bowing alley.  

Back in 1912, brothers Harry and William Pattee announced they were going to build a three-story hotel in honor of their father, D.J. Pattee.  Unfortunately D.J. died before it opened in 1913.

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BLACK HAWK HOTEL in Cedar Falls

Located in downtown Cedar Falls and listed on the NRHP and has been updated throughout the years.  There are 43 rooms of historic charm and modern amenities.  Several restaurants and bars are within walking distance.

--RoadDog