Backwoods Bed and Bath

Hotels
7.4 (152 reviews)
111 1st Street , McGregor , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

ATM/banking
Television in common areas
Billiards or pool table
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Wine release events
Reception hall
Vegetarian menu options available
Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Dirty bathroom
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.54
Bathroom was very dirty; toilet seat was gross.
Service
8.51
Staff were wonderful and very friendly.
Location
9.55
Convenient location, ideal for hiking and close to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms were nice and had a nostalgic feel, but some aspects felt rustic.
Amenities
5.53
Lacked basic amenities like a microwave and had limited breakfast options.
Value for Money
6.49
Overpriced given the cleanliness issues and limited amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Great food at the restaurant, although some dining limitations.
Overall Experience
8.51
Enjoyed the stay despite some cleanliness issues; would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-05 03:59

Property Description

Victorian-Style Charm
Nestled near the Mississipi River, Backwoods Bed and Bath offers a unique Victorian-style experience. Each guest room provides modern comforts like free Wi-Fi and cable TVs, while still exuding old-world charm.

Scenic Porch Views
Step out onto the spacious porch in every room and immerse yourself in breathtaking views of the bluffs and Main Street's historic buildings. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as you take in the picturesque surroundings.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions like Pikes Peak State Park, Spook Cave, and Lady Luck Casino, all just a short distance away. With air-conditioning throughout the hotel, your stay at Backwoods Bed and Bath will be both comfortable and memorable.

Book your stay today at Backwoods Bed and Bath for a delightful blend of history and modern amenities.

Important information:

Just off the shores of the Mississippi River, this Victorian-style hotel features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TVs. Pikes Peak State Park is 3 miles from the property.

Each room at Backwoods opens up onto a spacious porch that overlooks the bluffs and the historic buildings of Main Street. Tea and coffee-making facilities are also provided in each room.

Air conditioning is provided throughout the hotel.

Spook Cave and Campground is 10 miles from this hotel. Casino Queen Marquette is just 7 minute walk from the property.

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please be advised that smoking is only allowed on the property in designated areas.

Please note that all rooms are only accessible via outdoor stairways.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 152 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.54
Service: 8.51
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 5.53
Value for Money: 6.49
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 8.51
couple us
10
2025-11-24 via Nuitee
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Szygula couple us
7
Wild Westbase camp for hiking in near by parks.
Pros:

Located in center of McGregor. Historic building from 1857. Good restaurant below the hotel rooms. Perfect place for the base for hiking in parks around.

Cons:

Behind property is railroad tracks. It is very, very loud when trains come by.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
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Avery couple us
7
2025-10-23 via Nuitee
H
Hayes couple us
4
Pros:

Location.⁶ very small t. V.
Poor selection of stations.

2025-10-23 via Nuitee
M
Momof3halcallog couple us
10
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Nothing didn't like

2025-10-22 via Nuitee
K
kirk couple us
4
Pros:

The location was where we needed to be

Cons:

Pretty rustic, not real up to date

2025-10-21 via Nuitee
M
Mike couple us
1
overpriced and dirty
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not much was good about this place. Bathroom was so dirty we did not even shower. Toilet seat was GROSS. Bed was terrible. Tv was the size of a computer screen. Bedroom tv did not work.

2025-10-21 via Nuitee
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Libe couple us
7
Cons:

Maybe provide a couple more towels-toilet paper etc. I think adding a microwave to the room would be a nice touch.

2025-10-20 via Nuitee
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Cortney couple us
10
Will return again. Great location and friendly staff and good food
Pros:

Great location, nice room and easy check-in

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Mary couple us
8
The past atmosphere meets modern day
Pros:

Had a nostalgic feel . It seems the bar and restaurant have the locals come to get together and congregate

Cons:

Looks like the two story west with a bar below and the rooms at the top . This was fine. The stairs are alittle hard to manage however.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
E
Evelyn solo_traveller de
5
Cons:

Die Zimmer sind im ersten Stock und man muss über eine alte schmale Aussentreppe das Gepäck hochtragen .

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
couple us
10
Very fun place
Pros:

Very nice place with restaurant bar below. Good food. Just a nice town and place to be.

Cons:

No complaints. Can't wait to go there again.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
M
Miest couple us
5
2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
10
2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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Ronda couple us
8
2025-09-19 via Nuitee
R
Ronda couple us
9
Enjoyed our stay! Will stay again when back this way.
Pros:

Restaurant below was exceptional. Staff were wonderful. Reminiscent of an old-time western room.

Cons:

No microwave

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
couple us
7
2025-09-13 via Nuitee
B
Barbara couple us
8
The.place has great food and the rooms are clean
Pros:

There wasn't a breakfast.

Cons:

The stairs, they were long for elderly people.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
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Bentley solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

This was the first time I ever stayed here.. I had seen the place before I'm familiar with the town but never stayed here..
I had a very long ride (motorcycle).. and I was really really disappointed that they closed the steakhouse and the lounge at 7:00 p.m.. it was in fact a Sunday.. but it was also Labor Day weekend.. that one caught me off guard.
That bad.. that bed is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in in my entire life.. the room was nice and quaint and old style original.. I loved the room.
As far as the room I only disappointment was that (I am a big coffee lover) there was no creamer for your coffee.. and the sugar packets that were on the table were rock hard like they had been there for at least a year. It did not crush my stay.. I love the trip.. I love the scenery.. the room BED was really great.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
solo_traveller us
10
Very pleasant, ill be back.
Pros:

Rustic vibe, comfortable bed, clean room, great location, great experience.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee