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Graduate Iowa City, hotel in Iowa City

Conveniently located on the campus of the University of Iowa, this hotel is 5 minutes from Carver Hawkeye Arena. The hotel features a restaurant and rooms with a 37-inch flat-screen HDTV.

Did not have a breakfast. Was that an option?
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,222 reviews
Price from$114.68per night
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City, hotel in Iowa City

Featuring an indoor pool and free WiFi, The University of Iowa is 3 mi from this hotel in Iowa City. Travelodge Iowa City provides each room with a seating area. Free on-site parking is available.

The front desk staff, Heather, was incredibly accommodating. I had an issue with inadvertently booking a smoking room and she went above and beyond to resolve this and got us a nonsmoking room.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
544 reviews
Price from$66.60per night
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, hotel in Iowa City

Located a 6-minute walk from Kinnick Stadium, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights offers 3-star accommodations in Iowa City and has a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar.

Good location. The bed was comfortable. Nice place and the staff were nice.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
196 reviews
Price from$149per night
Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, hotel in Iowa City

Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is located in Iowa City, within 1.2 miles of Kinnick Stadium and 27 miles of Paramount Theatre.

Location, amenities and staff
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
136 reviews
Price from$135.78per night
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University, hotel in Iowa City

Located in Iowa City, a 17-minute walk from Kinnick Stadium, Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University has air-conditioned accommodations and a bar.

Very clean rooms, comfortable beds, crispy white sheets.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
129 reviews
Price from$166.38per night
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area, hotel in Iowa City

Boasting an on-site indoor pool, this Iowa City hotel is across the river from the University of Iowa campus. Each guest room is equipped with free Wi-Fi and a 50-inch flat-screen TV.

fine
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
318 reviews
Price from$144.06per night
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown, hotel in Iowa City

Located in Iowa City, 1.1 miles from Kinnick Stadium, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Quiet. Comfort. View. Fabulous location. Very pleasant staff - seemed to enjoy working with co-workers as well. Professional.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
574 reviews
Price from$109.48per night
The Highlander Hotel, hotel in Iowa City

Offering easy access to Interstate 80, this Iowa City hotel is 5.8 miles from the University of Iowa. It features an indoor pool with jacuzzi and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi.

The breakfast was nice. The facility did not look anything like the pictures on the website. The room and building were clean but showed lots of wear. The grounds weren't seasonally ready and the place felt like a ghost town despite being told it was full capacity.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
174 reviews
Price from$149per night
Element Iowa City, hotel in Iowa City

Element Iowa City features free bikes, fitness center, a shared lounge and terrace in Iowa City. The hotel provides an indoor pool and a business center and free WiFi.

excellent location, on campus practically! Breakfast was OK
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
62 reviews
Price from$169per night
Hotelvetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection By Hilton, hotel in Iowa City

Hotelvetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection By Hilton features modern rooms, an on-site Asian restaurant and a 4,800 square-foot roof garden overlooking the historic Pedestrian Mall.

Location is great Loved having the kitchen Liked seeing welcome and my name on the tv screen 😀
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
64 reviews
Price from$139.92per night
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What Guests Said About Iowa City:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Seems like a nice place.

    Seems like a nice place. I was surprised at how many delicious options Big Grove Bar had for vegans and vegetarians and what a cool venue it was. We also had dinner just down the street from the Element hotel our 2nd night there at a very good not fancy Thai restaurant There were several other places to eat and a movie theater and I believe the parking was free after 6 pm bc the meter wouldn’t take my credit card. There is a Starbucks across the street from the Element but I didn’t feel the need because the hotel coffee was fine ( and I usually don’t find this to be true) and parking at the hotel was convenient and just $15/night.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Iowa City seems built around its University, similar to...

    Iowa City seems built around its University, similar to Columbus, Ohio. The city centre is lovely and pedestrian/cyclist friendly. It feels very safe walking around the city which has retained its lovely country town character in the shadow of the large University. Iowa City offers both country town feeling, great bars and restaurants, excellent scientific museums, and high tech sightseeing around the University. Overall one of my top ranked cities in the US so far.
    Gunther
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Three generations of my family lived in Iowa City from the...

    Three generations of my family lived in Iowa City from the 1930s to the 1990s. It has changed a lot but still has a cool college town vibe with echoes of the past the oldest of us (89) recall fondly. Lots to do, always. Hy Vee! And health food stores and restaurants. I hate the skyscrapers and Oaknoll ate our University Heights neighborhood, but I like the pedestrian malls on and off campus. The train to Kinnick is fun in non-COVID times. We follow the Hawkeyes and read the Press-Citizen daily from one state away, and visit when we can, and will do so till we are no more.
    Dana
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Super cute city with tons to do.

    Super cute city with tons to do. There were outdoor activities every day of our stay. Lots of places to eat, places to shop and the nicest bunch if people you could ever meet. If you stay downtown, everything is within walking distance. Absolutely love Iowa City!
    Brittany
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We absolutely loved this hotel!

    We absolutely loved this hotel! Just walking to it from the parking lot smelled so good! By far the cleanest and most comfortable hotel we stayed in the 13 nights we stayed in during our road trip! And bonus…we got a great rate through Booking.com and paid less than $100 including taxes.
    Mary
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    There were plenty of restaurants and bars within walking...

    There were plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance. It seemed safe. We were there for surgery at the hospital so we didn't stay long but we appreciated everything we needed being close by.
    Sally
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Iowa City

  • From $141.09 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,220 reviews
    I loved how quirky and unique this hotel was! The front desk clerk was so nice when we arrived at 12:30am. The room was clean and the beds were amazingly comfortable. At first glance, you might think they hadn't updated in years. But if you look closer, the tile is new and it is intentionally trying for a retro 70s vibes. I personally loved it. The lobby is attached to an adorable coffee shop that has pencils ✏️ lining the walls for decor. Plus the location is so close to everything. It was a great experience!
    K
    KRISTI
    United States of America
  • From $166.88 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 174 reviews
    Loved the vibe of this hotel. It was a perfect retreat from a long.road trip. Amenities were great. The sitting spaces throughout the hotel for having a chat and drink were fantastic. If you love something a bit different. With a cool vibe it's a great hotel, located right off of I 80. Very convenient. Had dinner there and it was fresh and delicious.
    Laura
    Canada
  • From $166.88 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 174 reviews
    The staff are phenomenal. The hotel is clean. Some areas seem a little older and very minimalist. Not a horrible thing. The pizza needs a little help. Tacos were great but the shell was more pita than tortilla. The complimentary breakfast is fantastic. I will definitely stay again. Super nice to have the complimentary beverages available 24/7.
    Erica
    United States of America
  • From $191.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 574 reviews
    Best breakfast!! From all my hotel experiences in my life. Bacons cook just perfectly. Potatoes and waffles.. everything cooked so right. While eating breakfast we just so happy and surprised how so perfectly cooked each single food. And looks so clean too. Room was clean and good. All workers was so kinds and helpful!!
    Jungmi
    United States of America
  • From $163.54 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 318 reviews
    Clean and comfortable rooms. Pretty modern. Had a nice breakfast area for my coworker and myself to get some take out and eat dinner at the hotel and not be in our rooms. I’m not 100% sure if you’re supposed to do that but the front desk girl never said anything to us.
    Tony
    United States of America
  • From $141.09 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,220 reviews
    Ideal location in former Sheraton, right on Iowa City's vibrant Ped Mall in heart of town and steps from campus Convenient to everything. Friendly staff, spacious and comfortable rooms. The decor is eclectic and a bit ... odd, but may appeal to Hawkeye fans.
    Jane
    United Kingdom
  • From $171.35 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 196 reviews
    The food was very good .nice large portions. Loved order out and taking to the room several times , Had family at university hospital and this was so convenient easy and safe walk or the shuttle if needed. Very pretty hotel and very friendly helpful staff.
    Jerry
    United States of America
  • From $191.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 574 reviews
    size of the room was amazing location was perfect staff was extremely friendly i will definitely stay there again i work at a hotel so i noticed things others probably wouldn’t but i didn’t see anything wrong
    S
    SEAN
    United States of America
  • From $159.33 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 136 reviews
    This was our third stay at the hotel. I'd like to say that I love everything about it. Huge rooms, amazing floor-to-ceiling windows, super comfy bed, fully equipped kitchen & dining table. Great location.
    Janis Perkins
    United States of America
  • From $141.09 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,220 reviews
    Location was good but is not that close to Carver Hawkeye. It's a drive to the arena if you are in town for a game (Especially in January) - Hotel was clean, room was well maintained, staff was nice
    MarylandRick305
    United States of America
  • From $163.54 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 318 reviews
    My wife and I usually stay in this hotel when visiting our relatives in Iowa City. The bedrooms and bathrooms meet our expectations, staff are friendly and helpfull. The location is perfect for us.
    Ley Fello
    Germany
  • From $158.81 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 64 reviews
    The close proximity with all the Iowa city attractions. My room had all the the kitchen utensils I could think of which was lovely. The gym was also one of my favorite parts.
    Kay
    United States of America
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 31 reviews
    The Brown St. Inn is a hidden gem. Walking district to downtown Iowa City in a quiet neighborhood. The hosts were very accommodating and pleasant. Highly recommend!
    Sandra
    United States of America
  • From $191.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 574 reviews
    The location, the staff and the facilities were great. It was such an interesting experience right in the center of the great Iowa City. Totally recommended
    Lorenzo Paz
    Spain
  • From $190.04 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 129 reviews
    I love Hilton Garden Inn hotels. My husband and I stay in them when there is one near by our destination. Spacious, clean and comfortable. 5 stars!!
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America
  • From $171.35 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 196 reviews
    Clean and shiny hotel, facilities in the room - large refrigerator, microwave, large TV screen. A comfortable and spacious bathroom
    Sharon
    Israel
  • From $85.68 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 543 reviews
    Super clean, very friendly, very nice and comfortable room. Will definitely stay again on our trips to Iowa city
    Lisa
    United States of America
  • From $191.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 574 reviews
    Beautiful hotel with modern facilities right downtown
    William
    United States of America
  • From $191.98 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 574 reviews
    Comfortable well-situated hotel, good-sized rooms.
    Karenmara
    South Africa
  • From $141.09 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,220 reviews
    Central point in Iowa city to access facilities.
    Collette
    United Kingdom

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