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LoveNesters Explore the Amana Colonies

In this video, Lovenesters  explore what to eat, see and do during your visit to the Amana Colonies in Iowa.  Watch as they explore the charm and culture of this historic community.  Come along in this vlog where they stroll through the quaint streets lined with shops offering handmade crafts and delicious local cuisine.

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Oktoberfest at Hotel Millwright

Join us for Oktoberfest weekend in Amana! Hotel Millwright will be hosting a legendary lawn party on the greenspace as part of The Amana Colonies’ Oktoberfest! We only have a few rooms open for the weekend – so grab one today if you’re looking to stay with us for Oktoberfest! September 29th – October 1st.…

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RAGBRAI 2023: The Ultimate Route Guide for Amana, Iowa

RAGBRAI 2023: The Ultimate Route Guide for Amana, Iowa What is RAGBRAI? RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa) is a legendary 8 day, 500 mile, rolling festival of bicycles, including music, food, friendship, and community. This non-competitive ride started in 1973 as a creative idea between two Des Moines Register writers who also…

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Z102.9 wedding show 3/23/2021

We’ve got it all! We’re more than just a hotel. From quaint to copious or casual to black tie, we’ve got a space that fits your needs. Z102.9 Wedding Show thinks we’re a venue that has it ALL! You can see more here.

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Bridal suites 3/11/2021

Gorgeous bridal suites! Did you know… When you book your wedding reception with us, you also get these two gorgeous bridal suites to get ready in! Call us to schedule a tour today!

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Craftsman suite 1/29/2021

The Craftsman suite One of our unique stays and favorite spaces at Hotel Millwright is the Craftsman Suite. With 2 queen beds, a cozy living space, a cool kitchenette, and a HUGE Bathroom this suite is where it’s at.

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Indigo Room 1/21/2021

Experience the Amana-cana at The Indigo Room What are you doing this weekend?? Come see us! Thanks to the The Gazette for a lovely article on our Indigo Room restaurant, right inside Hotel Millwright.

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Ribbon Cutting 10/21/2020

Ribbon cutting . . . we’re open! Thanks to our friends at Iowa Valley Resource Conservation & Development for the amazing shots from our ribbon cutting. We appreciate you! Take a look here.

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Travel Iowa 10/14/2020

Stay with us in style! Travel Iowa said so. Say what? Travel Iowa says we’ve made the Staying in Style list, so, it must be true! We’re honored to be featured along side these fun new places to stay in Iowa. Check us out along with The Highlander Hotel, The Warrior Hotel, and New Day…

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Price Creek Watershed Project 8/31/2019

Permeable pavers, native plantings, biorention cell, oh my! The Hotel Millwright complex was thoughtfully designed with sustainability in mind. From permeable paver streetscapes for stormwater runoff filtration to 100% green electricity provided by the Amana Farms methane digester, we’re working hard to build an eco-conscious oasis with as little disruption to Mother Earth as possible.…

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Vintage postcards 8/29/2019

Rebuilding and restoring is what we do We’re loving these vintage postcards featuring the 1923 Amana Woolen Mill Fire aftermath. They’re a reminder that rebuilding and restoring is what we do. It’s exciting to think about our guests staying within these exact same walls and experiencing this restoration first hand. Also, 1 cent to send…

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Restoration process 8/5/2019

Beautiful history You’ll see several Lion Fire doors gracing Hotel Millwright’s hallways…even a couple hidden inside guest rooms! All of these impressive, metal, works of art are staying on site and are part of the restoration process taking place at the Amana Woolen Mill complex. Maybe you’ll be one of the lucky guests to stay…

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Showroom demolished 6/4/2019

Amana Woolen Mill Salesroom demolished, making room for area revitalization The old Amana Woolen Mill showroom is coming down, but you can still snag super cool product from their new temporary showroom (just down the street!) at 4536 220th Trail. Weaving is still happening daily! Check out KCRG’s article!

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