The Continental Hotel

06/01/2026

Planning a wedding at one of these beautiful venues? Don’t forget to call us about a wedding block!

We have a beautiful honeymoon suite, apartments that can accommodate a full troop of groomsmen, and large, well-lit rooms perfect for getting ready together with your bridesmaids. 👰‍♀️💐

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06/01/2026

We love to recommend Soula’s to our hotel guests for their hot breakfasts!

05/25/2026

Company E of the Second Regiment, Iowa National Guard, stands on dress parade on the Centerville square in front of The Continental Hotel in 1880.

The troop's line also extends in front of McCue's Wagon Shopt, the old Photograph Gallery, and Centerville Citizen newspaper office.

Two buglers--standing next to their commaning officers--play for the assembly.

It is believed the names of the soliders were, from left to right:

George Wentworth, Captain
John Triggs, First Lieut.
Henry Wright, Second Lieut.
George Beal, Musician
Mose Livengood, Musician
Mark Lawther, Snare Drummer
Edward Spooner, Base Drummer
Alvin Pixley, Sergeant
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Johnny Clark
Edward Myers
Lewis Myers
Ike Payton
Senter Payton
Ed Holman
George Andrews
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Johnny Ames
Steve Martin
Bill Bryant
George Woods
Bill Lee
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Julius Conner
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William Martin
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On top of the hotel balcony, Susanna McKee stands and observes the event. Meanwhile, hotel guests and staff gather to watch on the front porch.

05/14/2026

Thursday Lunch Special at Lucile’s! Our patio and front porch are open for outdoor dining!

05/07/2026

We are celebrating our anniversary this year. And you can tell, we love nothing more than a good party. From weddings to graduations to reunions, Lucile's at The Continental Hotel is a space that can make any event sparkle. ✨

05/07/2026

160 Years! Talk about things getting better with age! 💛🖤

05/01/2026

This ad for The Continental Hotel is from 125 years ago, almost to the day.

Of course, the newspaper and photos from the time would have been in black and white. So we asked AI to add some color to give a better idea of what the hotel would have looked like in real like. Goregous, right?

The exterior today looks almost identical, down to the cloth awnings. Even the interior, which has evolved over the years to serve customers needs, still hold much of the same energy, with its tall ceilings and large dining room.

04/20/2026

It’s that time of year at Lucile’s!
As we head into warmer temperatures, our Garden Seating is now open! It’s the perfect place to enjoy a long lunch or a quiet dinner.
*The front deck is not open for dining at this time, but will be shortly.