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Willard Richards Inn

Keokuk - IA · United States

950 White StView location

9.6/10Excellent179 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Willard Richards Inn

When you stay at Willard Richards Inn in Nauvoo, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Historic Nauvoo and Nauvoo State Park. This bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Rheinberger House Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Weld House Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided weekly, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Noise-free rooms not guaranteed No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • An effective city/local tax rate of 7 percent will be charged

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. 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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Historic Nauvoo 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nauvoo State Park 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nauvoo Public Library 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Rheinberger House Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Weld House Museum 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Joseph Smith Historic Site 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mississippi River 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Baxter's Vineyards 2 km / 1.3 mi
Lovers Glen Park 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Fort Madison Toll Bridge 16.9 km / 10.5 mi
Wildcat Springs Park 17.7 km / 11 mi
Sheaffer Pen Museum 17.9 km / 11.1 mi
Old Fort Madison 18.1 km / 11.2 mi
Fort Madison Marina 18.1 km / 11.3 mi
Fort Madison Area Arts Association 18.3 km / 11.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Willard Richards Inn

9.6
Excellent
179 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2026
Dr. Shawn
Great location! Awesome history. Extremely attentive innkeeper. Great all around experience.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2026
Elizabeth
Wonderful gem of a place to stay! The staff was amazing, kind and so accommodating! Breakfast was delicious!! The home is very well kept and we loved being so close to the pageant! Truly, a wonderful place to stay! We hope to stay here again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Rebecca
This was an amazing place to stay and the staff was amazing and very helpful! It's right in the middle of everything and walking distance to all of the historic sites.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Lisha
Rooms were clean and
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Thomas
Room was excellent and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was prepared on the spot. The staff was gracious and friendly. Bent over backwards for us. A step into the past.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Cynthia Kimball
Innkeeper Jason was fabulous! We loved everything about our stay. We'll be back. ;)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Tyler
Perfect little spot for staying in Nauvoo.
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2025
Darla
Great bed with memory foam , nice quiet room , nice staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Amanda
Room was clean. Staff was amazing and friendly. She was super knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast was homemade and couldn’t have been better.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2025
Kyle
It’s a great place to stay
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2025
Janet

Charming

Amazing quarters to stay in. It was so quiet, too! Very nice breakfast and service. A charming place to stay, with a small view of the temple out our third floor window.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Michelle
This place is so quaint and historic!!! I am so grateful we didn’t miss it. It got us as close to Historic Nauvoo as you can possibly get, and kept us fed with delicious breakfasts and snacks.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
mark
A quiet and peaceful setting and a great breakfast best describes this B&B
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2025
Trena
The breakfasts were amazing. Our host was the best and went way beyond our expectations. It was so fun to stay in a home that was decorated for the 1800 period.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Matt
Good Breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2025
Laura
Wonderful experience
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Craig
Great stay in a historic setting
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2025
Robert
My wife and I had a fantastic time in Nauvoo and the stay at the Inn was exceptional! It was right in the heart of where we wanted to be and the historic nature of house was just a wonderful way to immerse ourselves in the history of the city. The staff was great and the room was just outstanding! The little touches like having little chocolates out in many plates around the house was just a nice little bonus. Would definitely recommend to anyone else and if we make it back to Nauvoo I know where I am going to stay!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
Jory
For a great historical stay in Nauvoo, there’s no better place!! Every detail is perfect!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2025
Heidi

A Refreshing and Pleasant Stay

The location was perfect for our day exploring Nauvoo. The space was clean and cool. Even though our bathroom was across the hall it was easy to access and use. There was a large common space as well as plenty of displays to explore throughout. The caretaker was very kind and knowledgeable. Breakfast was amazing!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
Kent
Both were outstanding.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
William
The location to everything in Nauvoo was outstanding. The staff was so very friendly and accommodating. The history of the building spans the ages of time. I want to come back and rent the whole place for a family reunion in the future.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2025
Candice
Wonderful breakfast. Loved the history of the home.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2025
Anna
It was an amazing experience to stay here. My family and I were all very comfortable, breakfast was amazing and the inn-keeper Laura is so friendly and kind.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2025
Brad
Great place to stay very historical and Laura war a fantastic host
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Laura
This small, beautifully restored inn has excellent service and a great breakfast. By far the most convenient lodging location for visiting the Historic Nauvoo sites.
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2025
Kenneth
It was fascinating to stay at this historic location and have the host share details of the history of the home.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Terry
Staff is wonderful and knowledgeable about the area and history of home. Highly recommend this property.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
patricia
Liked the historic nature of the property
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2025
Robert
This place is amazing. Highly recommend for anyone seeking an authentic historical Nauvoo experience with wonderful people and great stories.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2025
Foster
Such a great experience at this historic location!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
William
We loved everything about it and are already exclaiming to our friends and family how good everything was. Loved the unique historical items of that era.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2025
Charles

Anniversary getaway 2025

Very comfortable accommodations. The Willard room was very cool(temperature) had to turn up thermostat and took a few hours to warm it up. Very nice room and a great experience. The history of the home is awesome. Breakfasts were great and refreshing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Verified traveler

First Visit

It was a wonderful experience and everyone cared about making your experience a positive one.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2024
Wakara
What a lovely place to stay!
Business Partner
4/10
Poor
22 Oct 2024
Thomas

I missed opportunity

We booked a room but when we got there no one was there to check us in. I called a number and it was a service that told us how to “self check in” and they would have the inn keeper contact us. We went to our room and the light switch didn’t work and there were dead insects in the window and the bed was very hard. We didn’t bring our things in but instead went for dinner and came back a couple of hours later no one was in the inn at all. The place was empty. No one had called us. So we decided we would not stay. The exterior of the inn looked unkept with many weeds and some trash. The inside looked looked much better other than what we saw in our room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Alejandro
Great place
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
John
Host was great !!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
John
We spent three nights at the Willard Rchards Inn this week. We had a wonderful experience! This inn is a part of historic Nauvoo. We loved our room and the detached bathroom. ( It added to the ambiance.) The breakfasts were amazing every morning. The innkeeper did a wonderful job and shared with us the special history of the home. She did lots of little things for us to make our stay even better.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2024
Melissa
We loved our stay at the Willard Richards Inn. This was the perfect place to stay because so much was walkable in Old Nauvoo. Not only was the Inn historic the breakfasts were wonderful as was the innkeeper. There aren’t a lot of food options in Nauvoo but that huge breakfast held us until dinner! Also- we appreciated the complimentary sodas and waters.
We will definitely book here again on our next stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2024
Miriam
Beautiful place !
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2024
Emily
What a charming B&B! We loved the decor and ambiance…felt like we stepped back in time. Very friendly hosts.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Heather

Very friendly and clean

Very friendly staff and nice clean room. Easy check in.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2024
James
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8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2024
Anthony
We enjoyed the historic property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2024
Marcia
The innkeepers even gave us a historical tour of the house and property. Found this information very interesting and super informative.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2024
Patricia

Perfect for our time in Nauvoo

We could not possibly say enough wonderful things about the Inn or the host couple! They treated us like family. The home was Amazing Beautiful and Perfect for our time in Nauvoo! We would absolutely stay again!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Roger
The Innkeepers were excellent and so educational about the history of house and all properties around so kind helpful and just wonderful I will definitely go back this experience was wonderful Breakfast was wonderful lots of different coffees and tea offered Refreshments always Mimi refrigerator soda juice everything beautiful grounds beautiful guest rooms Jake and Samaria the innkeepers were wonderful
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2024
Kristofer

Historic Nauvoo at its best!

Loved staying here! Came to see historic Nauvoo and we were able to really feel a part of that history by staying at Willard Richards home!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Duke
Very good location. Old stuff nicely curated. Good breakfast, Laura was very friendly and helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2024
Carla
The Inn was just what we were looking for. It was a historical home with lots of character. We loved gathering with the rest of our party in the parlor and loved the homemade breakfast each morning.
The only draw backs were the stairs because we don't do stairs we'll. And not having the bathroom attached to the room.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2024
Dennis
Wonderful experience staying in this modernized historic home. Would recommend it to anyone visiting Nauvoo, IL.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Laurie
This property was wonderful. The rooms were immaculate, the hostess friendly, the breakfast tasty, the location quiet, the beds comfortable, and the entire stay enchanting.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2024
Jennifer
The hostess, Laura, is so friendly and happy to help in any way she can. The home is beautiful and full of interesting history! It's a treat to stay here!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2023
David

Don't hesitate to stay!!

Great experience staying in the Willard Richards Inn. Brenna the host was extremely helpful and personable and excellent customer service. Super clean and educational as well staying in this historic home. Very convenient to all the local sites.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Oct 2023
Glen E
Inside the Inn was fine. We felt that being a historical place, the owner would have kept the site in good repair. It was in great need of repainting to the columns on the porch, shutters, door entries etc. There were SO many dead bugs, flies & cobwebs on the windows, doors & bbq grill, you hated to touch the door knob to let yourself in.
Inside, it had been nicely redone with period appropriate furnishings & artifacts. Our room was nice & clean. However, the mattress was in great need of being replaced as it felt as old as the Inn itself.
Our hostess was very kind & sweet.
For the fees they charge each guest, the owner of the property needs to take some pride in this beautiful property & clean it up & fix it up to what it’s deserving of.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
01 Oct 2023
Wendy
The main room was great. Our room was hot. The carpet was dirty. We did not receive the towels we needed until 10:30 pm. A clean bath mate was needed. This property could be so great with a little TLC.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Sep 2023
Verified traveler

Sweet Historical Home Needs Outside Love And Care.

Once inside this cute home, you are taken back in time. Historical facts and other stories fill the walls and bookcases. The inside of the home is clean. Our bed was very comfortable and our breakfasts were delicious. (But at night, the rooms upstairs are very cold/freezing.)
One of the highlights of the home as listed on their site, talks about sitting and relaxing on the back patio. But the outside of the home is a mess and needs some love and care. Webs, bugs, unswept patios, dead flowers in flower pots, and a patio bbq that is dirty and covered with spider webs. Even when driving down White Street and looking at the front door and windows - you can see them covered with webs and bugs. Although the inside of the home is nice, the impression from the outside appears like the home is not taken care of.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Sep 2023
Bruce
I loved that this Inn was built in the 1800s and has so much history
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2023
Cynthia
I loved its unique history and felt a wonderful feeling by being there as have been many other people through the century. We had a great time there! The two employees working at the front desk were also really warm and engaging and wonderful!!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2023
Zac
Sabra and Emma were ABSOLUTELY accommodating and professional in every way. My stay was very comfortable and will return.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2023
Isaac
The rooms were clean, the bed was comfortable, the innkeepers were charming and welcoming, and the breakfasts were delicious!!
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2023
Kelly
We had a wonderful experience here! My husband and our two children felt welcomed and enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, the hosts kind, and the breakfast delicious!

Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2023
Egle

Excellent

It was very nice, cozy place to stay. I love historic houses and loved how this family shared history, comfort doing this business. Breakfast was excellent, tasty. Glad that I picked this place.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2023
David
Room and bathroom is clean. Room was very cold until they brought in a space heater.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2023
Bruce

Great location i Historic Nauvoo

Wonderful historic house. Delightful innkeepers.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2023
Jay
Property was clean, breakfast was good and the caretakers were great!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2023
Margene
Such a great historic place and so well managed, took care of every need!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2023
Peter
Wonderful experience
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2023
Alyson
The property itself was such a great piece of history! There were placards describing the artifacts that were all over the Inn. We spent hours just exploring the home itself. The location is central and fabulous. The hosts were wonderful to get us anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2022
Debra
I liked all of the historical information posted in the hallways and rooms.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Nov 2022
Kenneth
Convenient historic lodging with friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2022
Melissa
Kind staff and clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2022
jerem
Perfect if you’re going to the nauvoo pageant—3 minute walk. The host was very kind and the breakfast very good.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2022
Cory
What a fantastic stay at a historical property. Hostess was pleasant and we loved every minute.
Leisure Family

Location & surroundings

Willard Richards Inn
950 White St, Nauvoo, United States

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