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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

1. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"It was all great"
United States
lori
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

2. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,709 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Rachel
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
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, (490 reviews)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast."
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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, (1,650 reviews)
"The room was clean, breakfast was also good and very conveniently located."
Canada
Peter
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
An outdoor patio with red seating, a grill, and string lights.

6. 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, (470 reviews)
"One of our favorite spots in Coraville as the hotel is very conveniently located with restaurants and shopping near - rooms are spacious and clean. Love that each room has a full kitchen."
United States
Jodi
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
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.

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable and the staff was amazing. Good breakfast also."
United States
Mary
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
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.

8. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

9. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,368 reviews)
"Clean room, nice area, ok breakfast. Would stay here again."
United States
Russ
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Heartland Inn
Restaurant

10. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (180 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel really clean very friendly and helpful staff great breakfast very nice clean rooms"
United States
shane
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

11. 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, (1,071 reviews)
"Great room. Property was clean and staff was very friendly."
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

12. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
chris
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"I had stayed here"
United States
Cala
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

14. 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, (1,182 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast. The biscuits and gravy were terrific. Best hotel stay I have had in a while."
United States
Dave
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows.

15. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious rooms. Good breakfast"
United States
Jonathan
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
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)
"The rooms were great. We loved the proximity to shops and the highway. Will definitely stay here again when in the area"
United States
Sheila
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
An outdoor seating area with a long fire feature, wooden panel walls, and a pergola with string lights.

17. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

18. 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, (514 reviews)
"NEXT TO THE IOWA CITY HOSPITAL SO IT WAS GREAT FOR US REALLY CLEAN AND CONVINIENT"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
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.

19. 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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Great breakfast and clean room. Also, loved the free parking."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
A spacious breakfast area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

20. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Good staff and great location for an Iowa football game."
United States
Ben
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,709 reviews
View
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.
Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
490 reviews
View
A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,059 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,650 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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

While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History.

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

University Heights

While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

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

While there might not be top attractions in Twain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

Manville Heights

While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
Coralville

10/10 Excellent

Staff were very understanding of our delayed arrival. Checkin was quick & easy. Rooms were a good size, clean, modern amenities, very comfortable bed. Hotel was very clean & well maintained. The included breakfast was very good,, with plenty of options available. Overall a very good place to stay.
Australia
BRUCE
Reviewed May 20, 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Downtown like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Iowa City's Downtown neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller 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 centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

When you want to find places to stay in Iowa City, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available 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.