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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

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, (826)
"Great location / comfortable rooms and beds. "
United States
Gazima
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
Property amenity
Element Iowa City

Element Iowa City

Element Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (395)
"Love this Hotel! Big rooms, great atmosphere and good location! "
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Element Iowa City
Bar (on property)
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1027)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Exterior
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1298)
"Great area and helpful staff members! "
United States
Riley
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Indoor pool
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

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, (1001)
"Great stay in Coralville!!"
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
Terrace/patio
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

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, (934)
"The stay was amazing we enjoyed the breakfast and the room was great "
United States
Tammy
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
Bed sheets
Super 7 Motel

Super 7 Motel

Super 7 Motel
2.0 star property
3.6 km from Downtown
6.0 out of 10, (375)
"Rude staff, dirty, it smelled horrific and I got a weird yellow substance on my leg by just sitting on the bed. The place was disgusting. We couldn't even stay one night, it was to gross."
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Super 7 Motel
Front of property – evening/night
Woodspring Suites Coralville Iowa City

Woodspring Suites Coralville Iowa City

Woodspring Suites Coralville Iowa City
2.5 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (142)
"It was a nice place to stay."
United States
Tyson
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Woodspring Suites Coralville Iowa City
Lobby sitting area
Dutch Country Inn

Dutch Country Inn

Dutch Country Inn
2.5 star property
24.2 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (427)
"Our room was very clean very quiet and a nice location"
United States
Joy
Dutch Country Inn
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
7.1 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (659)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Brett
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
Exterior
avid hotel Coralville Iowa City by IHG

avid hotel Coralville Iowa City by IHG

avid hotel Coralville Iowa City by IHG
2.0 star property
8.8 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (60)
"Clean comfortable room and decent breakfast with real fruit juices in the juice machine."
United States
Marc
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
avid hotel Coralville Iowa City by IHG
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"Great location "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
BBQ/picnic Area
Residence Inn by Marriott Coralville

Residence Inn by Marriott Coralville

Residence Inn by Marriott Coralville
3.0 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (472)
"Great place"
United States
David
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Coralville
Exterior
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great location and nice rooms! "
United States
Erin
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

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, (1003)
"wonderful stay"
United States
Deana
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
Exterior
Candlewood Suites Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Candlewood Suites Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Candlewood Suites Coralville Iowa City by IHG
2.5 star property
8.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Great stay"
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Candlewood Suites Coralville Iowa City by IHG
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

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, (1008)
"Friendly staff and very clean room "
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Beautiful, clean, great rooms and great location!"
United States
Brad
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (862)
"The hotel was clean and the employees were great. "
United States
Lora
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
Lobby
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

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
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great place for the price , they offer free breakfast as well. "
United States
Kelly K
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

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

University Heights

While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Finkbine Golf Course and Kinnick Stadium.

Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring heritage architecture, an administrative building and a garden

Mann

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

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.

Weber

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

Northside

Northside might not have many top sights, but University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Old Capitol Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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 Expedia customer reviews, Element Iowa City is the highest ranked property in Downtown. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from University of Iowa, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Graduate by Hilton Iowa City 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.