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The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Mason City with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Balcony
The Rose Room (2nd floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Free daily full breakfast
The Decker House Bed & Breakfast sits in the heart of the city, offering a warm retreat with complimentary full breakfast and a cozy library. Travelers can relax on the sun-filled terrace or unwind by the lobby fireplace while staying connected with WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 387
AED 434 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Room options

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The Lily of the Valley Room (2nd floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

The Lily of the Valley Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
10 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Iris Room (2nd floor)

The Iris Room (2nd floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

The Iris Room (2nd floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
10 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Rose Room (2nd floor)

The Rose Room (2nd floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

The Rose Room (2nd floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
10 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Gardenia Room (1st floor)

The Gardenia Room (1st floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

The Gardenia Room (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
10 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Magnolia Suite (3rd floor)

The Magnolia Suite (3rd floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

The Magnolia Suite (3rd floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
10 bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
119 2nd Street South East, Mason City, IA, 50401

What's nearby

  • Music Man Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Meredith Willson Boyhood Home - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lime Creek Nature Center - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pit - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Decker House Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast in the city center
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a library at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • 10 bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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The Historic Park Inn Hotel

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 197 reviews
The price is AED 480
AED 537 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Historic Park Inn Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1896
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 10 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Decker House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-out at The Decker House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Decker House Bed & Breakfast located?

Located in the heart of Mason City, this bed & breakfast is steps from Music Man Square, Meredith Willson Boyhood Home, and Mason City Public Library. Charles H. MacNider Art Museum and Meredith Wilson Footbridge are also within 5 minutes.

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The Decker House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent period furnishings and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

I will be back! Lovely city, beautiful BnB, amazing breakfasts , and Cynthia was warm, friendly, and created a welcoming place to stay. Love the cats too! 💕
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sxcellent Bed and Breakfast with a wonderful host
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was origninaly an old private mansion and retains many beautiful elements of the elegance of a bygone era.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

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

Can't wait to visit again

Cynthia is an amazing chef and a beautiful soul. She was willing to work around my schedule since I was here for a work conference. I am already planning on a return trip for a getaway instead of work. Be sure to go and stay with my new best friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the breakfast atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet get-a-way.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying at a B& B. The experience was great. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice b & b in downtown Mason City. It's close to everything for walking. The house is a historic building and the rooms are quaint and comfortable. The breakfast is amazing- Cynthia cooked us home made waffles! Cynthia is friendly and available. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
There was no check-in process, no front desk, nothing to make you feel welcome. The front door was locked when I arrived, I had to call and the woman said she’d stepped out and she would get someone to open the door. I waited over 10 minutes until a dazed and confused teen in socks opened the door and said nothing while wandering away. I had to call out and ask how to check-in, they didn’t know and had to call someone. After another bit of standing around alone in the front hall the teen came back with a key and said my room was upstairs. That was the only person I saw for my entire stay. No directions to my room, instructions for check in…nothing. It’s old-style physical keys for the rooms which is neat but the doors and locks are old and there is a trick to opening them no one told me about. There was a sign INSIDE my room that said check-in is by appt only and yet when the property texted me the morning of my stay to ask when I would arrive and I said I HOPED to be there between 2-3 (I was coming from 3 hrs away and wasn’t entirely sure), they only replied “check-in is at 3 so that’s oerfect.” That leads one to believe your room will be ready at 3 or later, not “show up at 3:30 and no one will be around.” The room was cute and seemed clean, other than the disconcerting ring that appeared after I used the jacuzzi tub, making me wonder what had been floating in the water with me. Overall it was quiet but so freaking weird that no one was around on a Sat-Sun stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique old stately house in great condition. Wonderful hostess/manager, great cook had a marvelous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful historic Victorian mansion from the late 1800s that's luxurious and elegant. Cynthia's a marvelous, personable host and great cook. Staying at the Decker House is a pleasure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Nice get-away in Mason City, Iowa.

A very lovely Bed and Breakfast. We stayed in The Lily of The Valley room. It was a good room at the top of the stairs, perfect for a couple. The queen bed was very comfortable and provided a good night sleep. The bathroom was clean with a walk-in shower. House cats were very friendly and welcoming. Waking up to the smell of breakfast being prepared was divine and it tasted as good as the aroma. The residence is within walking distance of the lovely downtown and just around the corner from the Meredith Wilson (The Music Man) boyhood home. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Cynthia is a thoughtful, attentive, warm, and welcoming host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Recommend

Wonderful bed n breakfast. Owner was very nice and food was delicious. A little cluttered but overall I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely home, great visit with proprietor and wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The house has an amazing history; is filled with period antiques including circa 1860’s pump organs, and a Geo Prince melodeon. It’s a true treasure in a historical area of Iowa. Close to Meredith Wilson museum and a walking distance from Frank Lloyd Wright’s only hotel (a must see!) Breakfast was superb and make from scratch. This is NOT a hotel and that is truly part of its charm. The owner is extremely gracious, charming and makes you feel at ease almost immediately. Ample parking, several dining options from $ to $$$.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cynthia is a fantastic cook and host. Her home is beautifully decorated and very clean and comfortable. It was super walkable as well. I would recommend to anyone visiting Mason City.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor communication, dog poop on outside sofa, no material on history of house, living area packed with many dining room tables and chairs, floor dirty and a messy appearance, cook was great. Also fix the door handles so they work. Place has potential but long ways to go.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cynthia is a lovely hostess. I’ve stayed at The Decker House numerous times and enjoyed each of my stays.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a pretty older home. Nice room and great hostess!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Classy Stay

We had a lovely stay at the Decker House B & B. Cynthia prepared a gourmet breakfast in time for us to make our early morning tour of Mason City sites. Perfectly located a block from our starting point at the library, near the Meredith Wilson childhood home and museum and a few blocks from the Frank Lloyd house and museum. Beautiful interior living room and dining areas. We stayed in the master suite Magnolia room on the top floor. Well appointed room with nice jacuzzi tub and sizable private bathroom. Fridge in the room, comfortable King sized bed. Tastefully decorated all throughout the house. We will return when we come back to explore the bike trails and Clear Lake area near by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Amenities
Gourmet breakfast and delightful accommodations in the heart of Mason City! Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay. I highly recommend it for either a weekend getaway or traveling to Mason City to work for any extended length of time. I had the pleasure of staying for five nights. Cynthia and The Decker House were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023