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The Brown Street Inn

3.5 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Iowa City with free breakfast

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Porch
Room (Green)
Exterior
Interior entrance
Library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

Room options

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Room (Yellow)

Room (Yellow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (White)

Room (White)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Blue)

Room (Blue)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Green)

Room (Green)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
430 Brown Street, Iowa City, IA, 52245

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burge Market Place - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Airliner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Studio 13 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gabe's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Brown Street Inn

Bed & breakfast near University of Iowa
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Brown Street Inn. In addition to a library and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and a water dispenser
  • Concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at The Brown Street Inn include perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1913
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Brown Street Inn Iowa City
Brown Street Inn
Brown Street Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brown Street Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Street Inn?

As of 19 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Street Inn on 29 Jul 2025 start from NZ$264.68, including 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.

How much is parking at The Brown Street Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brown Street Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Brown Street Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Brown Street Inn located?

Located in Mann, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of University of Iowa, Mercy Hospital and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. University of Iowa Health Care and Iowa City Public Library are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Brown Street Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Historic setting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

It’s just like home so comfy & safe! It’s so charming: great breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Christine and Doug are passionate owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great breakfast, cozy atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Nice historic part of town with cobblestone streets. 20 minute walk to downtown and University campus. Plenty of parking. Being located in a hilly area of town, expect a little uphill traveling if walking. Nice house, pleasant hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great people! Great food! Quaint home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Our first airbnb, was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

It was beautiful and the owners are lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

I had a beautiful stay at the Brown Street Inn. My bedroom was cute, cozy and comfortable. The Inn Keepers were welcoming and friendly... and the breakfast was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

I wish we had found Brown Street Inn Freshman year! The home and neighborhood are so charming and easily walkable to downtown Iowa City (15 minutes). Our room was adorable, clean and comfortable with an in room bath. Christine and Doug were gracious hosts and the breakfast, served 8-10 am, is all homemade and delicious! This stay was super relaxed and well worth the price - we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Charming. Great hosts. Super area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

We saw family in Iowa City. Christine & Doug were wonderful hosts. Beautiful home, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

My partner and I wanted a quick weekend getaway to see the Herbert Hoover NHS and hang out in the Iowa City area. This Inn was in a very cute older neighborhood with brick roads throughout, and only a 5 minute drive from the downtown area. We were greeted by name by the owners and showed to our room, which was as cozy as it looked in the photos. The bed was incredibly comfortable, as was the temperature of the room. Despite being on vacation, I also really appreciated being able to log into our Netflix account with Roku to settle in for the night. Breakfast was amazing, and as a person with Celiac Disease it was amazing to have an entire breakfast full of gluten free options for the two of us, and not feeling like I had to inspect my food or ask to be absolutely sure it was safe, a rarity with a serious dietary restriction. Sitting on the porch in the early morning to enjoy the homemade foods and relax was the perfect way to wrap up our overnight stay. Could not recommend this property and the owners more. We loved our stay and would be more than happy to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The bedroom was very comfortable. The breakfast was scrumptious! The hosts were so lovely! Their home was beautiful and all the art on the walls was so enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10

The owners were very friendly and helpful. I called because I was coming in later than planned. It was no problem for Mark. He gave me a map of the area which really helped. I grew up with farm cats. I liked their outdoor cat. My room was clean, the bed very comfortable. The gluten-free and lactose-free breakfast was delicious, The scrambled eggs, toast, fresh fruit, orange juice, and "milk" gave me a great start to my day. Conversation with other guests around the table was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10

We were delighted with our stay at Brown Street Inn. The hosts were so charming and welcoming and they maintain a beautiful inn—the breakfasts were delicious, cookies were a lovely touch and we really enjoyed sitting on the patio and looking at the beautiful historic neighborhood. The inn was located very near downtown and the university—we walked to lunch and dinner each day. And the bed was wonderfully comfortable! We will absolutely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10

We were greeted at the door and promptly asked . “Are you vaccinated ? I had to turn away 2 customers previously that were not !” Vaccination requirements could be clearly stated when booking to avoid future issues
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10

Very well-maintained old house in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10

Cute, clean and very friendly owners. Had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

Great location! Clean, comfortable, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

Fabulous B&B with fabulous hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019