Located in Iowa City, The Highlander Hotel is in the business district and near the airport. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse or Kinnick Stadium. Guests appreciate the hotel's quiet location.
4-star family-friendly hotel in the business district, rejuvenated in 2020
Located close to Mercy Hospital and The Englert Theater, The Highlander Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The onsite restaurant, The Highlander Lounge, features happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An indoor pool with sun loungers
Free self parking
Free bicycle rentals, a ballroom, and coworking spaces
An off-leash area, free newspapers, and a music library
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 97 individually decorated rooms include perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Rainfall showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Children's books, housekeeping, and desks
Languages
English, Spanish
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Social distancing
Contactless check-in and check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Snack Shack
The Highlander Lounge
Things to do
24-hour gym
Books
Free bicycle rentals
Games
Indoor pool
Music library
Spa tub
Stereo
Table tennis
Family friendly
Children's books
Children's games
Indoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping on request
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Conference center (5,832 square feet of space)
Coworking space
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-leash area is available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
1.5 percent tourism fee will be charged
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession
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 uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)
Property is also known as
Clarion Highlander
Clarion Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander
Clarion Hotel Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel And Conference Center Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Bohemian
The Highlander Hotel Hotel
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel Hotel Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander Conference Center
Frequently asked questions
Does The Highlander Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander Hotel?
As of Jan 27, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander Hotel on Jan 30, 2023 start from $109.0, excluding 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.
Is The Highlander Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at The Highlander Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Highlander Hotel?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Highlander Hotel?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).
Where is The Highlander Hotel located?
This family-friendly Iowa City hotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Iowa and Mercy Hospital. Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Highlander Hotel and receive a full refund?
Yes, The Highlander Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Highlander Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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We came for an emergency, my father is in the hospital. We were close enough to everything in town without being in the thick of it. Nice older hotel that has been updated. Staff was very nice. On our last night, there was a party across the hall and people (about 4 times) tried to come into our room and banging on our door. That was why our stay wasn't excellent. I didn't make a complaint.
The only down side was no mini fridge in room and the Margarita pizza was not really good at all. The pool, jacuzzi, snack area, and nice decor were all great pluses. They offer lots of board games which I think is cool. I plan to throw a birthday party for a 10 year old here now that I know how kid friendly it is.
If I could rate the staff higher than excellent, I would. Every staff member here goes above and beyond for the guests. Service of this level is rare. This hotel is wonderful.
This hotel is fantastic! Everything about it is so unique and the staff are wonderful. The rooms are so spacious and clean, the pool are is gorgeous, and the supper club- bar area has a vintage video game arcade! We met the owner by chance and she’s great. If you have the opportunity to stay here, do it. We loved it!!
Stacy
6/10 Okay
Patrick
Traveled with family
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
limited staff; some were accommodating others were not. Noisy radiator in the stairwell kept us up at night. The bathroom has frosted windows in the door, so if someone had the bathroom light on at night the light was on in the room. Not good for sleeping.