Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Downtown attractions

The Englert Theater

8.2/10 (71 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at The Englert Theater during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Activities

Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature

Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature

NZ$21
per adult
Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
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Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

4 out of 5
210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA
The price is NZ$260 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$260
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,060 reviews)
"Fabulous location. Nice room. Super friendly staff."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3 out of 5
255 E Court St Iowa City IA
The price is NZ$221 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$221
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3 out of 5
328 S Clinton St Iowa City IA
The price is NZ$241 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$241
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City

3 out of 5
314 South Clinton Street Iowa City IA
The price is NZ$254 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$254
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Element by Marriott Iowa City
2-Bedroom Condo 2 Blocks from Downtown Iowa City

2-Bedroom Condo 2 Blocks from Downtown Iowa City

Iowa City IA
Stay at this condo in Iowa City. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Condo was clean, and the host was awesome to deal with. It is a great location, and walking distance from many spots in town. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

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2-Bedroom Condo 2 Blocks from Downtown Iowa City
Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn

2 out of 5
87 2nd St Coralville IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$174 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$174
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coralville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Heartland Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large neoclassical building with a central dome, symmetrical windows, and a grand staircase leading to the entrance.

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 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.

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.

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.

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