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Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to University of Iowa

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Property amenity
Exterior
Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby lounge
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • PoolPoolPool
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  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City, IA, 52246
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa4 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Iowa Hospital and Clinics5 min walk
  • Popular LocationKinnick Stadium7 min walk
  • AirportCedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)26 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The rooms are modern and clean. Beds are comfortable. Service was excellent. Not too far off the highway.
Manon
Oct. 11, 2022
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Room options

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - twin
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - twin
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - twin
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Iowa City

Located in Iowa City, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is in the business district. The Englert Theater and Johnson County Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are also worth visiting. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hunting, hiking/biking trails, and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 4 min walk
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 5 min walk
  • Kinnick Stadium - 7 min walk
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 17 min walk
  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bruegger's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zio Johno's Spaghetti House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Hotel in the business district
Close to Kinnick Stadium and University of Iowa, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a gym and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 140 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hydromassage showers, designer toiletries, and tubs or showers
  • 55-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 5 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 12,270 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in bathtub (38 inches high)
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (35 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 1.5 percent tourism fee will be charged
  • 1.5000 percent destination fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Courtyard Iowa City
Courtyard by Marriott University Heights/Iowa City
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

As of Jun 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights on Jun 16, 2024 start from CA $177.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Iowa and Kinnick Stadium. University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics and Carver-Hawkeye Arena are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 304 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 304 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
L
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobie

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Clean and quiet. Bartender was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherylyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Quiet. Food was very good. We stayed for two nights and everything was better than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CORINNE

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Blane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot water?
Everything was clean and people friendly but both sink and shower did not have hot water...luke warm at best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024