Name: The Merrill Hotel, Muscatine, a Tribute Portfolio
Address: 119 Mississippi Drive West, Muscatine, 52761, US

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Lynn

Shower soaps containers didn’t work properly. Other wise stay facilities was excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Ed

Overall, nice place to stay on the riverfront. Plenty of places to walk to as far as bars, restaurants and riverfront walking path. Restaurant at the hotel was very pleasant.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Honie

Love this hotel. This is the only place I stay when in town. Great rooms, great food.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Laura

Perfect

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Jennifer

Beautiful property.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Tim

We were there for a wedding and the hotel and service were excellent. As far as the food was concerned, my pork chop was not the best but my wife's chicken was delicious. This is a very nice hotel.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Paulette

The building was very clean and was nicely decorated/furnished. Staff were friendly. I don't wish to add a negative, but the advertised \"heated pool\" was actually \"cold.\" It was a bummer, as my husband and I were celebrating our 23rd anniv. and haven't been swimming in ages. I mentioned it to the desk host; she said it's kept at a steady 85 degrees but that she would mention it to the maintenance department. The hotel is lovely overall. (Except the pool - well it's actually an inviting, clean pool -- just way too cold.)

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2026

Barbara

Parking was easy, all the areas we wanted to go to were walkable distance. I had an incident with another guest being persistent knocking on my door and staff took care of situation in a timely manner and made the situation right for me.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Michael

We stayed in room 205 was right over the Merrill sign and view of the river wasn't great. Not the greatest room. I would ask for a room on 3rd floor or higher. Otherwise the room and hotel is great and the staff was amazing. The food was wonderful. The pool and workout area was fantastic.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2025

Larry

clean facility, very friendly and helpful staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2025

Mary

This hotel was wonderful- staff amazing and accommodating. Very classy place and I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Muscatine.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Cynthia

The river view is spectacular, the staff was excellent.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2025

Dennis

Great Hotel. The restaurant, Maxwell's was very good.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

Bernard

I know the presidential suites is way better but I had one of the best rooms I ever seen… it was real nice and classy for town like Muscatine!

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

Michael

Great location on the river. Free, covered parking. Full service restaurant. What's not to like?

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2025

Joseph

View of the Mighty Mississippi from our room is spectacular!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Gary

Great hotel very clean and helpful servic.

We loved our weekend at the Merrill in Muscatine. It was a very clean hotel in nice historic downtown. Traveling again to Muscatine in a couple months and will definitely stay again

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2025

Randy

Great place!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Larry

as expected

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2025

Carrie

Room & bathroom clean, river view was beautiful. We'd stay here again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2025

Brooklyn

Beautiful and clean.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2025

Shuanlarry

It was a great experience, Muscatine is so pretty and the river view in front of the hotel is beautiful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2025

Brian

Very nice hotel, very clean. Shower was not great. It is a regular bathtub / shower combo however, there is no door. Just a small glass partition. Water goes everywhere onto the bathroom floor. Price was not great. Way too expensive for the area. we had a small gathering in the outdoor area in the evening. We had our own alcohol and was told by the bar manager we either had to leave or purchase their alcohol to stay. We choose to leave. Anyway, nice, clean place but way too expensive for this area. I will prob look at other options on my next trip.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

Ronald

Just the best experience we had this year

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2025

Ricky

Excellent

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2025

Julie

The Merrill is very close to plenty of great restaurants and fun pubs. Totally recommend

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2025

Yvonne

Very nice rooms, great staff

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Feb 2025

Janelle

The staff was pretty good except for one sarcastic waitress. A hotel's staff is only as good as its weakest link and why would the most expensive hotel in town employ someone unable or unwilling to work with all types of guests?

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2025

Honie

Really nice room, restaurant, and area around the hotel. 10/10 - will stay there again.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2025

Mary Ann

River view, close easy parking, easy to find

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

25 Oct 2024

Juan

Hotel was good I only had a bad experience in there

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2024

Shirley

Nice

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2024

Verified traveler

Great Experience

We’ve stayed here twice now and it’s been a great experience both times. The rooms are clean, as is the rest of the hotel, and the staff is friendly and professional too. I recommend getting a room with the river view!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2024

Emilio

The room was clean, the property is very modern and elegant. However we had requested a river view, and we got an alley view with notification. The windows of the building across the alley were so close that we kept our windows closed the whole time. We didn’t feel comfortable with having strangers look into our window. Plus, the view was very unpleasant. I really was looking forward to the river view, and just wish we would have been informed. I would stay here again but ai would not pay extra for the river view

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2024

Manuel

Great place. Super clean. Great dining

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2024

Lori

Stayed here for the 2nd time to attend a family event. Love the river view and the upscale feel in a small city.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2024

Dennis

Hairy situation

Walked into room and found a dirty hairbrush within the bathroom. Not ideal when paying $250+ dollars a night.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2024

Dermot

Excellent hotel, interesting restaurant, in a wonderful location. A do again.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2024

Margaret

This is a charming hotel right on the Mississippi River. This beautifully decorated, clean, bright hotel is staffed by pleasant and helpful staff. We loved walking around the area seeing fun bars and restaurants, cute shops, and the largest watermelon. The food at their restaurant was priced well and delicious.
We highly recommend!!

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2024

Heather

The Riverview room is worth the extra money! The hotel was more than wonderful, clean, beautiful facility. We were impressed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2024

Kristie

Perfect place and stay. PRICEY though!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2024

Gretchen

Nice treat for myself.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2024

Patricia

Great visit! Will return

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2024

Amanda

Weekend stay!!

Extremely clean and up to date every one was pleasant and helpful! Decided to try the restaurant was okay definitely not worth the money!! Bed was a extra firm wasn’t a fan!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2024

Dan

Beautiful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2023

Drinda

Stayed over on Christmas Eve. The staff was pleasant and helpful. Had family and friends meet me for afternoons cocktails, and a staff member took great care of us. Quiet overnight with view of the river. Checked out early Christmas morning - quick and easy.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2023

JEFFREY

The hotel itself is a landmark. Perfect location.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2023

Edward

Overnighter

Overnight stay, the hotel was exceptionally clean, comfortable bed with river view. Morning view of sun and river was amazing. Good times outside with nice drinks next to the fire.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2023

Shirley

We were there for a wedding. Service was great view was fantastic, and the convenience of being right in the same place as the reception was wonderful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2023

Heidi

The hotel was beautiful and the restaurant was fantastic. I recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2023

Mary

Muscatine and the Merrill hotel

We had an amazing experience at this hotel, it is centrally located so you can walk everywhere and because I requested a riverfront review and they were out of double bedrooms we got bumped up to a suite with a river view for the same price

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2023

Verified traveler

Hotel was very clean and well decorated. Staff was very accommodating.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2023

Brian

Very nice stay - best spot in town!

Business

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2023

Rebecca

Clean and conviene. Right in town, ease of walking

We were visiting our daughter who just moved to the are. We enjoyed the view from our room of the Mississippi River. For the price we paid I would have preferred two ply toilet paper and softer tissues. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay. We will stay again whenever we visit our daughter because the location was perfect!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2022

Gary

Disappointed

We stay every Labor Day eve, always enjoy the view of the river, very nice place but was disappointed this year, no food or bar and we were not notified, price was still high. If I would have known we would have stayed else were.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2022

Gwendolyn

Our stay was excellent and we loved our river view room. Maid service was beyond reproach - cheerful and efficient.
We had a delicious meal in the dining room, and the front desk people were very helpful. Thank you!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2022

Vicki

Beautiful place, great outdoor seating area

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2022

Travis

The Merrill is the centerpiece of the riverfront in Muscatine. Spectacular views and a relaxed atmosphere make you feel right at home. My only gripe would be the small bathroom, but then I remind myself when I'm out of town, how much time do I actually spend in there? Not much.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2022

Marcella

Hotel was nice and staff was wonderful! Had dinner at Hotel and food was delicious 😋 we will definitely be coming back.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jun 2022

Kayla

The salt pool was unique but too narrow. We really wished there had been a hot tub. We also missed having free breakfast and a microwave.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2022

Laura

Everything was excellent. So proud of my hometown to have such a nice place

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2022

JEFFREY

The staff was top notch. Felt like art of a family. Attention to detail is very important to me and they were on top of everything.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2022

Verified traveler

An excellent hotel

Great food and very professional staff. Would stay here again next year!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2022

debra

Perfect New Year Get Away!

This is the best hotel we have stayed at. Clean, modern, beautiful river view. I was a little disappointed that there wasn’t a bathtub in the room per the description but the bathroom was spotless! Loved the property and will definitely be back!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2021

Ann

The property is definitely a luxury property. Absolutely outstanding staff! Upon learning I was in town for my mother’s funeral, they procured a sympathy card and the entire staff wrote wrote words of comfort inside. Wow! Meant a lot.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2021

Byron c

I would sty again

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2021

Suzanne Elizabeth

Lovely facility, great restaurant, friendly staff beautiful river view.

Business Self

2/10

Poor

27 Sep 2021

Stephanie

It was clean and that was about it. This hotel room was so small for the price. It is absolutely overrated. The amount of money that I paid for this room and amenities that should’ve come with a club room was ridiculous!! The club room is on the fifth floor right under reception hall. The music was going at 5:30 when we got there and continued till 12:00am. Then you got to listen to them clean up all of that Music equipment till 1am. The DJ was twice as loud as music you could hear him as clear as day talking I asked the front desk about another room or if there’s something more accommodating that they could do because of the amount of money I spent on this room. He basically apologized and then said “I don’t know whoever thought of the idea that the reception hall would be a great place above our VIP floor.” And then he said that he did go up and asked them to turn down the music and that there were several people throughout the hotel not just on the fifth floor that were complaining about the noise. So he went a roundabout way of saying we’re not going accommodate you. I have never been in such a loud room in my entire life. With the amount of money you paid for that hotel you should’ve got a complementary breakfast. Even when we went to the hotel pool that morning to swim with our kids the towels were supposed to be provided they had two towels. I wouldn’t reconsider staying at this place over the weekend. Unless you’d like to hear a wedding music. Way overpriced!!

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2021

Gary

Great river stay

Super place, stay there every Labor Day, always looks new

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Beautiful riverfront hotel in downtown Muscatine. Lovely room overlooking the river. Restaurant was off the charts. Great location near a lovely river walk. What a fabulous, first class addition to Muscatine.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

A gem. Clean.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2021

Kristen

Great little weekend getaway

We were impressed by the Merrill hotel the minute we walked in. Very open, modern with a touch of Elegance. Check-in was quick, we arrived early and was able to check in. We had a Riverview room, which was gorgeous as we watched the colors change on the centennial bridge. We participated in the 4th of July event, it was totally worth the money with the dueling pianos, hors d'oeuvres and desserts and again that's spectacular view of the fireworks over the Mississippi river. Highly recommend and most likely will be back.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

What a great place! Friendly staff. Beautiful, well-maintained facilities. Comfortable beds. We had a River-view room and enjoyed people-watching at the public areas along the shore and boaters on the water. The (indoor) pool is long and narrow, about 12 x 50 feet, 4 feet deep. Unfortunately it was closed most of the time we were there (Sunday could be maintenance day). The gym has free weights, one multi-purpose fixed weight machine, several treadmills and elliptical trainers- all very well maintained. The only complaint I had was the room AC/Thermostat…which kept the room cool, but not as much as we would’ve liked. I’m pretty sure the thermostat is decorative like the door-close button on an elevator…the room temp stays the same no matter what you set it on, but makes you feel like you’re controlling it.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2021

Verified traveler

Located across the road from the Mississippi River; great view. Comfortable beds. Friendly and attentive staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2021

Verified traveler

The salt water pool was amazing and unique. I wished the restaurant was open later.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2021

Kathryn

Great hotel and service; we had a little bit of a hiccup checking in, but they hotel fixed it promptly. They were also very accommodating with special requests. Overall great hotel, service, and stay.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2021

Verified traveler

Great views of the Mississippi. The hotel is still in great condition and well maintained.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2021

Verified traveler

Right along the Mississippi river. A beautiful location

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2021

Sheila

Oh so beautiful.

Comfortable? Yes. Friendly? Yes. Beautiful? Yes. And so much more. Convenient, clean, quiet and awesome views of the river from room window.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2021

Verified traveler

Very modern and well kept, good food, staff was very courteous

Friends_and_family Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2021

Shannon

The hotel was so clean and gorgeous! The staff was amazing and helpful with all our needs. Very friendly!!! I would definitely recommend and visit again. It was such a perfect stay!!!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

Was disappointed with the \"soaker tub\". Was really looking for something big enough for 2 people. The bed and pillows were very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2021

Joanne E

Very classy, clean & great view of the river. Will stay again for sure.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2021

Leslie

The perfect stay

Our stay was perfect. Every part of the hotel, from public bathrooms to restaurant to lobby to elevator to front desk to our room, was immaculately clean. the hotel has installed a special air purifying system which lends peace of mind. The bar and restaurant were perfect for upscale casual and comfort food. All staffers we interacted with were friendly, gracious and highly competent. Esmerelda in particular is a gem.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2020

Albert

The Merrill is the top hotel and rightfully so. There really is not any negative comments I can make. The stay there was pleasant and easygoing. The town, especially the downtown area where the hotel is, was small and quaint and had local residents who were accepting and nice.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2020

Ranulfo

Wonderful stay!

Very clean and cozy room. Plenty of shops and restaurants within walking distance.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2020

William Arthur

ll excellent, but mattress was not the best.

We loved this hotel. Food was outstanding, service is excellent, and room was super comfortable. Linens are excellent. Only drawback was the mattress wasn’t so comfortable. We were sort of surprised at this since every other detail was perfect.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2020

Patricia

Great hotel on the river

This is a beautiful hotel right on the river and walking distance to restaurants. They also have a nice restaurant on property. Our room was spacious and comfortable

Partner

4/10

Poor

13 Jul 2020

Cory

not worth it

I paid a rediculous amount of money for this supposed 4 star hotel , got way overcharged for drinks , service was slow and the staff didn’t seem very educated on customer service, they wear masks yet will run their hands through their hair And touch their face then go pick up peoples silverware rolls and menus to put down when seating without washing their hands. I was charged multiple times for things I didn’t purchase , they allow room charging without fully checking who’s room it is apparently and so now I’ve had to call them twice to attempt to get my funds back And they still haven’t reappeared .. I’ll never stay again , not a great experience for a luxury hotel

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2020

Verified traveler

GreAt place to stay, Awesome views of the river. Staff was very helpful.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2020

ReneeGass

The hotel was very clean, the staff were very pleasant and attentive and the atmosphere was awesome. Plenty of places within walking distance. Highly recommend!

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2020

Verified traveler

Best hotel in Muscatine and the best bartender Kendis!! Makes excellent Bloody Marys!!! All around impeccable customer service and accommodations!!! A must stay!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2020

Katie

We will return!

The view is amazing! The staff is wonderful, the room is comfortable, the food is delicious!! We will return (without the kids because this is our new staycation destination).

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2020

Kelley

Beautiful hotel in a great location! Would definitely stay there again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2020

Robin

Hands down - nicest hotel in Muscatine!

Honestly, I wish I could move in here! It was THAT good!

Clean, bright and fresh, such a perfect location! You have lots of food and drink options within walking distance. The patio is lovely at night with waterfalls and the beautiful view of the river. The rate was very reasonable for such a luxurious property!

Staff went out of their to make us feel safe during this pandemic, it was very much appreciated!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2020

Casey

Our stay

We were super excited for our over night stay. Upon check in, we were given our keys and told to have a great evening. Got to the room, it was very clean but very small. I opted for the city view..... wouldnt recommend that. There wasnt anything to look at but run down old buildings. The bed was very comfortable. As the evening went on, the salt water HEATED pool sounded like a great idea..... the room was warm the pool was FREEZING cold. To the point of not a chance in heck we could even consider getting in. Another thing, there was not a bit of information about local resturants or how to get ahold of the front desk. I chose the option to have breakfast for two the next morning when i booked my trip. Yet, nothing was said when we checked in about needing a voucher. So when we headed down there there was a lot of confusion as to whether it was included. I then had to pull out my booking reciept to prove i paid for it. Somewhat embarrassing and irritating.

Partner

4/10

Poor

10 Mar 2020

Laura

Bloody sheets

Room was not clean, sheets on the bed had BLOOD on them !!!! The sheets were not changed from the last guests apparently!!!!! When I informed the night clerks their only reply was, \"this is not acceptable \". I was given a different room which wasn't cleaned the best but did appear to have clean sheets.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2020

Jude

Class act outstanding staff, fabulous location beautiful view

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Top flight hotel