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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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1. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,636 reviews)
"Comfortable clean wonderful pillows good location Always enjoy staying at this location."
United States
William
The price is P6,788
P7,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

2. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent breakfast, loved our stay"
United States
Hieu
The price is P7,816
P8,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Element by Marriott Iowa City
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (967 reviews)
"Great convenient location, great hotel"
United States
Bo
The price is P7,927
P8,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

4. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,065 reviews)
"Crazy decor, but great location!"
United States
Dan
The price is P7,034
P7,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
3.0 star property
University Heights, 1.4 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (500 reviews)
"Very clean and nice hotel right in University Campus"
United States
Oana
The price is P9,195
P10,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

6. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,599 reviews)
"Nice place, great breakfast!"
United States
Barbara
The price is P6,171
P7,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean hotel and friendly staff . Would stay again"
United States
Ryan
The price is P9,029
P10,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and friendly staff."
United States
Courtney
The price is P8,825
P10,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs around the pool.

9. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 star property
Miller Orchard, 1 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Rebecca K
The price is P7,287
P8,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is P7,054
P8,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

11. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,291 reviews)
"Nice stay definitely would book again."
United States
antoinette
The price is P6,165
P6,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Heartland Inn
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
2.5 star property
7.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"Great staff super nice room!"
United States
Deborah
The price is P6,421
P7,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a brown armchair, and a round coffee table. There is a fireplace, a reception desk, and a colorful striped rug.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (995 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tania
The price is P7,961
P9,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

14. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Hotel was as described. Good place to stay"
United States
Sonia Jean
The price is P6,039
P6,829 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

15. Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (600 reviews)
"A clean and convenient hotel"
United States
Jin-Ah
The price is P7,035
P7,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the interior.

16. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
7.1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (710 reviews)
"Rooms clean, quiet and comfortable. Staff attentive, courteous and helpful. Great location and plenty of parking."
United States
Mark
The price is P6,540
P7,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'XStream Arena' sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance area.

17. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (447 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean, good breakfast"
United States
Theresa
The price is P7,467
P8,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

18. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"A+++++ definitely love this property it is my go to when in iowa city"
United States
Eric
The price is P9,321
P10,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a long fire feature, wooden panel walls, and a pergola with string lights.

19. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay"
Canada
Antonella
The price is P7,034
P7,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

20. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,022 reviews)
"Very good stay"
United States
Mikey
The price is P4,944
P5,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Mann

If you're spending some time in Mann, Iowa Old Capitol Building and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History are top sights worth seeing.

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Weber

While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Frytown Conservation Area and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area.

A river with a bridge, a historic building with a tower, and modern skyscrapers.

Twain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Twain and surrounding area, you can visit Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

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University Heights

When in University Heights, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Manville Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manville Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

10/10 Excellent
"Na"
Komlavi 3-night trip
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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Iowa City's Downtown neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Be sure to check out Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown?
Based on our traveler data, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of Iowa, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown?
When you want to find places to stay in Iowa City, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?
Iowa City Public Library, The Englert Theater, and Stanley Museum of Art are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Iowa City.