The Burlington Hotel Bar & Shop

The Burlington Hotel was such a memorable stop on our weekend away. The bar was open and made for a fun greeting and lullaby to bed (earplugs were provided but not used). The hotel consists of separate bedrooms as hotel rooms and a shared kitchenette and a few shared bathrooms. It is well kept and full of rich pieces of history that accent its character and personality. We had a great time and would definitely stay again.

Well we didn’t actually stay at the Burlington . We found this gem on our quest for quilt shops on the or near the Mississippi River. To our great disappointment, it was closed. To our even greater amusement , the huge sign on the side of the building(says quilt in photo) stated GUILT shop! To appease our disappointment, we took a stroll through this historic town. The smell of fresh baked bread lead us to the local bakery. The wares displayed on the sidewalk were pies cookies and bread. The container on the table said “ take what you need, pay what you can”. Those were not day old , as one would imagine. My gals and I will testy that the blueberry mango lemon pie we shared was the most amazing pie ever created. I stepped inside the ancient building to pay for our treasure when I found they had baked the most delightful giant pretzels. Fresh out of the oven and still warm. Crisp and salty outside and soft and warm inside. A heated debate ensued as to which was more magnificent. Since then, I was inspired to write a glowing review for the ladies at the bakery, imploring travelers, Do not drive past! You won’t regret it! Think of it as a good deed for your fellow man, as I selfishly desire to visit this treasure and find the smell of bakery wafting through the streets of Alma once again. The “guilt” shop lead us there , the bakery will bring us back.

This was a wonderful stay for my husband and I. The room was very nice and very charming. It was nice to step into a hotel and just enjoy and not feel rushed around. We will be back four our next anniversary. I loved the fabric shop downstairs, it is worth looking through the fabrics she has. I am very excited to make something with my fabric I bought at the shop :)

This is a boutique hotel with few rooms and limited amenities. It provides a wonderful experience in a unique setting. The historic building adds an element of adventure to the stay that is a welcome change to overly pampering cookie cutter chain hotels.

If your looking for the Ritz, this isn't it. If your looking for character and a comfortable room. Yes it is. The bar is a unique little place and the owner is fantastic. We would definitely stay again. :)

This hotel has very reasonable rates, so adjusting expectations accordingly is a reasonable approach when reserving. I wasn't expecting more than I got, and was neither disappointed nor pleasantly surprised. In my experience, buildings where cats live usually have a certain smell. This hotel is no exception. This was my least favorite aspect of my stay, but I knew about the cats before booking. The vibe feels like you are staying in a room in another person's home. The owner occupies rooms also, and there is shared kitchen, bathrooms, and living room. If you like a little more impersonal/anonymous feel, this may not be right for you. The cleanliness was ok. A couple areas of neglect noted though. The building felt like it needs some TLC, but it is serviceable. Bed felt well-used and past its prime, but I slept fine in it. Bumped into the owner, who was friendly. There is absolutely no sound barrier between the room and other rooms and hallway. Other guests were respectfully quiet though. This isn't a ritzy hotel- nor is it trying to be.

Nice, cozy place to stay. Everything is clean and organized. Jennifer is a wonderful host, very friendly and pleasant. Our room was comfortable, the ceiling fan kept air circulating and the room temp was great for sleeping. The bed was a bit soft for our liking, otherwise comfortable. There is a kitchen with coffee, snacks, and microwave. Two bathrooms and a tv room with a refrigerator for guests. Motion sensor lights are strategically placed in the hallway and provide adequate lighting at night. The full bar is great place to congregate and enjoy a libation or two before turning in. Be advised there are two cats that have the run of the bar. If that bothered you, you might consider something different. Overall, great place. I would definitely stay here again.

Very much enjoyed my stay at the Burlington Hotel. I arrived early and called the host who walked me through the hotel on the phone. This place made my hotel dreams come true: historic, clean, well-run... everything the traveler who wants to explore far away from the freeway is looking for in a hotel. I wish I was staying for more than one night. Thanks for everything.