The Literary Hotel

Family-friendly hotel in Solon with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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 hot stone massage, a facial or aromatherapy. 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).

Excellent

Popular amenities

Spa
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Parking included
Business services

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Tomorrow

Oct 5 - Oct 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Grand Single Room

Highlights

Furnished patio

Garden

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

36 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Garden

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

36 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Premium Single Room

Highlights

Furnished patio

Garden

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Grand Single Room

Highlights

Furnished patio

Garden

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

130 S Dubuque St, Solon, IA, 52333

What's nearby

Lake Macbride State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
University of Iowa - 18 min drive - 20.7 km
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
Kinnick Stadium - 21 min drive - 23.0 km
Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 21 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Bobber's Bar and Grill - ‬22 min drive
‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
‪Casey's General Store - ‬1 min walk
‪Club 76 The Lodge - ‬11 min drive
‪Big Grove Brewpub-Solon - ‬3 min walk

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 hot stone massage, a facial or aromatherapy. 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 a water dispenser
Barbecues, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture

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

Similar properties

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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
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

Reception hall
Smoke-free property

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

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

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

Property is also known as

The Literary Hotel Hotel

The Literary Hotel Solon

The Literary Hotel Hotel Solon

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).