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Recommended hotels in Iowa City

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

1. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,673 reviews)
"Short stay but everything was good."
United States
Mark
$112 nightly
The price is $125
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

2. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,625 reviews)
"Great hotel in great location"
United States
Mary
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

3. 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, (987 reviews)
"Great convenient location, great hotel"
United States
Bo
$132 nightly
The price is $148
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

4. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,065 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
William
$125 nightly
The price is $141
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

5. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (483 reviews)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast."
United States
Andrew
$129 nightly
The price is $144
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Element by Marriott Iowa City
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

6. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,319 reviews)
"We always stay here when in town. Great stay!!! Will stay again!"
United States
Kari
$91 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Heartland Inn
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
2.5 star property
Coralville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,155 reviews)
"nice, clean, well located place to stay."
United States
Chuck
$87 nightly
The price is $97
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel and great staff"
United States
Kyle
$145 nightly
The price is $162
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a sun motif. The building has a modern design with brick and stone accents, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
3.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient right off the highway super clean great breakfast!!"
United States
Laura
$104 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
$124 nightly
The price is $139
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
3.0 star property
University Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (505 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
ZOE
$172 nightly
The price is $192
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

12. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
2.5 star property
Coralville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,049 reviews)
"Great room. Property was clean and staff was very friendly."
United States
Amy
$74 nightly
The price is $83
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
A Comfort Suites hotel with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.

13. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
2.5 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Shawna
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs around the pool.

14. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 star property
Miller Orchard
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Rebecca K
$136 nightly
The price is $152
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with blinds.

15. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (459 reviews)
"Overall very pleasant stay"
United States
Cindy
$126 nightly
The price is $141
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
Restaurant

16. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
3.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (176 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Tyler
$106 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a brown armchair, and a round coffee table. There is a fireplace, a reception desk, and a colorful striped rug.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
3.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tania
$115 nightly
The price is $128
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
Room

18. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Iowa City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel great staff"
United States
Bruno
$151 nightly
The price is $169
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A breakfast buffet with cereal, fruits, and pastries.

19. MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City

MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City
2.5 star property
Coralville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (590 reviews)
"We stayed two nights. Th"
United States
Krystal
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed area with a view of the city.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
2.0 star property
Iowa City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The bed and bedding were plush for a room at this price—more like a fine hotel."
United States
Cheryl
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

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Iowa City Hostels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
$66
Highest Price
$192

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Iowa City?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Iowa City accommodations, which have good reviews from our travelers: Graduate by Hilton Iowa City - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Iowa. Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Iowa City?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Iowa City are January, November, December, and March, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Iowa City?
In general, Iowa City is known for its college atmosphere, live music, and sports. Get out into nature with places like Devonian Fossil Gorge, Lake Macbride State Park, and Cedar River. Cultural attractions include The Englert Theater, Old Capitol Museum, and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History. Locals like to shop at Coral Ridge Mall and Coral North.
What's the best way to get to and around Iowa City while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Iowa City in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), located 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from the city center.

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