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EVENTS

/əˈvent/ noun

Definition: a planned public or social occasion.

From social celebrations that make everyone feel like part of the in-crowd to corporate meetings of the minds that would impress the honor roll group, Hotel Grinnell gets an A for effort, execution and creativity. Located halfway between Des Moines and Iowa City, we're an easy-to-reach yet outside-the-box destination that drives an extraordinary group dynamic .

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Weddings

Forget the prom;
you can be “Queen”

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Meet Me in Grinnell

With cozy restaurants, charming pubs, and unique shops just steps from our doors, Hotel Grinnell offers the ideal basecamp for exploring this small town with a big personality. Grinnell is about the midpoint between Ames & Cedar Rapids, Des Moines & Iowa City, Council Bluffs & Omaha making it a perfect meet-me-in-the middle spot for reunions, meetings & group retreats.

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Dogcation

Calling all Dog Parents! Treat yourself and your four legged friend to stay the night for a dogcation at the Hotel Grinnell! The hotel is right across the street from Central Park which makes a fun start and end to a run or walk around the city with your dog. There's also a new fenced dog park close by that the front desk can direct you to just 1.5 miles from the hotel!

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Chemistry is our favorite subject

Discover Hotel Grinnell, where old school meets cool, where history is sexy and chemistry is our favorite subject. Treat your crush to date night sure to earn you an A+ on the relationship report card. Start the evening at the Periodic Table and cruise through a foodie & bar enthusiast delight with a special downtown itinerary curated just for you.

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