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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 CA $151
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Bar (on property)

2. 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 CA $177
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
Bar (on property)

3. 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 CA $158
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Property amenity

4. 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 CA $174
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Element by Marriott Iowa City
Pool

5. 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 CA $162
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
Lobby

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 CA $138
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
Restaurant

7. 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 CA $205
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Lobby

8. 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 CA $121
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Heartland Inn
Lobby

9. 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 CA $110
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
Pool

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
2.0 star property
4 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"It was fine over priced but it was graduation weekend. It as clean as it could have been."
United States
Jesse
The price is CA $96
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
Exterior

11. 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 CA $167
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
Exterior

12. 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 CA $158
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
Room

13. 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 CA $197
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

14. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,018 reviews)
"This was a great stay, basically in-town so off-site amenities are also available. A wonderful stay."
United States
Tim
The price is CA $114
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
Restaurant

15. 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 CA $157
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
Pool

16. 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 CA $135
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
Exterior

17. 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 CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
Exterior

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (944 reviews)
"Very nice rooms, clean bathroom. The beds and the pillows were so comfortable. The staff was very nice and helpful 👍"
United States
Jackie
The price is CA $145
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
Breakfast area

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Downtown
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Everything is good"
United States
Komlan
The price is CA $116
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
Terrace/patio

20. 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 CA $136
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown
Learn more about Downtown
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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.
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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
Posted 1 hour ago
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.