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The Literary Hotel

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Consider a stay at The Literary Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, designer shops on-site and a firepit. Adventurous travellers may like the beach volleyball at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, Ayurvedic treatments or a body wrap. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a nightstand, and a brick wall.

Grand Single Room

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a wardrobe, and a television.

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, wooden floor, brick wall, and a desk area with chairs.

Premium Single Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a chair, and a black storage unit.

Grand Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Solon, The Literary Hotel is in the city centre and near the beach. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and The Englert Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Raptor Center and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. Travelling with kids? Consider Iowa Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Lakeview OHV Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Solon travel guide
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130 S Dubuque St, Solon, IA, 52333

What's nearby

  • A large, historic building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
    University of Iowa
    14 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Lake Macbride State Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Englert Theater
    15 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Kinnick Stadium
    18 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena
    18 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Casey's
    14 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    1 min walk
  • Bobber's Bar and Grill
    22 min drive
  • Club 76 The Lodge
    11 min drive
  • Sutliff Tavern
    15 min drive

About this property

The Literary Hotel

  • Family-friendly hotel in the business district
  • You can look forward to a terrace, designer shops on-site and a firepit at The Literary Hotel. Active travellers can enjoy beach volleyball at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, Ayurvedic treatments or a body wrap. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Access to a nearby health club, supervised childcare (surcharge) and luggage storage
    • Wedding services, a nature reserve and massage treatment rooms
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More amenities include:
    • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
    • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and childcare services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • IPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Literary Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Literary Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Literary Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Literary Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Literary Hotel located?

This family-friendly Solon hotel is located in the business district, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Macbride State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Raptor Center and Coralville Lake. Macbride Nature Recreation Area and Cangleska Wakan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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