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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

1. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,675 reviews)
"Short stay but everything was good."
United States
Mark
The price is CA $156
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

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, (990 reviews)
"Great convenient location, great hotel"
United States
Bo
The price is CA $174
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

3. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (484 reviews)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast."
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $180
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Element by Marriott Iowa City
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, (1,059 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
William
The price is CA $183
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

5. 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, (1,625 reviews)
"Great hotel in great location"
United States
Mary
The price is CA $142
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

6. 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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,051 reviews)
"Great room. Property was clean and staff was very friendly."
United States
Amy
The price is CA $105
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

7. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,315 reviews)
"We always stay here when in town. Great stay!!! Will stay again!"
United States
Kari
The price is CA $122
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Heartland Inn
An outdoor seating area with a long fire feature, wooden panel walls, and a pergola with string lights.

8. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Amy
The price is CA $162
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is CA $174
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

10. 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, (1,164 reviews)
"Good breakfast, and place is kept"
United States
Sean
The price is CA $122
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

11. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel and great staff"
United States
Kyle
The price is CA $203
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with blinds.

12. 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, (461 reviews)
"Very nice and clean property."
United States
Beata
The price is CA $173
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
Restaurant

13. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (176 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Tyler
The price is CA $150
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed area with a view of the city.

14. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
2.0 star property
4 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Mexican Restaurant right next door and the property inside was clean."
United States
Gainet
The price is CA $84
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a sun motif. The building has a modern design with brick and stone accents, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

15. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Convenient right off the highway super clean great breakfast!!"
United States
Laura
The price is CA $148
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and very nice stay"
United States
Chrystie
The price is CA $150
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

17. 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, (505 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful"
United States
Gary
The price is CA $216
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
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.

18. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Rebecca K
The price is CA $163
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
A Comfort Suites hotel with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.

19. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Shawna
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Was clean room and a reasonable price"
United States
Howard
The price is CA $105
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
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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
A plate with a rolled omelette and hash browns, and a mug labeled "Hamburger Inn No. 2 Iowa City, Iowa".
Photo by Dave Kennedy
Open Photo by Dave Kennedy

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.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

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.
A cityscape with a river, bridges, and modern buildings during sunset.

Weber

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

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
"Great location and view. Pleasant room. Convenient parking. Will stay here again."
Katherine 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours 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.