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Our top choices for Iowa City vacation rentals

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

1. G’s Home Away From Home

G’s Home Away From Home
Iowa City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"2nd time we stayed here, excellent stay again."
United States
Ryan M.
$305 nightly
The price is $310
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
G’s Home Away From Home
Dining

2. Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Twain
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Delightful Iowa City stay. "
United States
Sean C.
$264 nightly
The price is $296
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Outdoor pool

3. Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City

Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City
Iowa City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The host was kind and responsive and the property was wonderful. Would definitely stay there again. "
United States
CMR
$200 nightly
The price is $210
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

4. 3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!

3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!
Tiffin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Great place, super clean & awesome location "
United States
Tim H.
$315 nightly
The price is $353
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!
House, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, oven, toaster

5. Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home
3.0 star property
University Heights
$493 nightly
The price is $552
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home
Terrace/patio

6. Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit

Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit
Weber
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very comfortable place to stay. Great location for visiting the Amana colonies. We had a family reunion in the Amanas and only needed a place for 1 night. This was a perfect location. The host was very helpful. All the beds were comfortable for sleeping. Everything was clean and tidy. Highly recommended."
United States
Lydia B.
$524 nightly
The price is $587
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit
Property grounds

7. Modern Farmhouse with gorgeous views and lots of farm animals!

Modern Farmhouse with gorgeous views and lots of farm animals!
Homestead
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Nice remodeled farm house nestled in rural Iowa...easy access to Amanas and some friendly folks"
United States
Jeffry E.
$256 nightly
The price is $287
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
Modern Farmhouse with gorgeous views and lots of farm animals!
Terrace/patio

8. The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.

The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.
North Liberty
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Great communication with host leading up to arrival, comfortable accommodations."
United States
Anonymous traveler
$243 nightly
The price is $272
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.
House (1 Bedroom) | Interior

9. Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country

Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
3.0 star property
Kalona
$224 nightly
The price is $235
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Exterior

10. The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉
Wellman
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"After several nights in hotels having the roominess of a little house was refreshing. Really liked the small town Iowa atmosphere."
United States
Wayne
The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

11. The Barn Loft

The Barn Loft
Riverside
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Everything was very nice. We had an amazing stay!"
United States
Jacob S.
$439 nightly
The price is $461
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Barn Loft
Outdoor dining

12. Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country

Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Kalona
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The location is nice, but not worth the high price, the space is too small for cooking a meal and there is not table to sit, so it’s a glorified hotel sweet. They will be watching and if you have one extra person to visit you will receive a threat of getting removed from the property. I live in Chicago and come back to the area to spend time with my nieces and nephews, it was a bummer I had to drop one off just to be able to spend time with there others. I would only recommend this spot for...
United States
Amber P.
$231 nightly
The price is $243
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Interior

13. In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage

In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage
Kalona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"This is a perfect place to be near Iowa City and have a nice peaceful stay. "
United States
Shaun E.
$270 nightly
The price is $283
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage
Bar (on property)

14. Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade

Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
Cedar Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Great place to stay, 5 stars"
United States
Scott
$168 nightly
The price is $188
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm

Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm
Oxford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Awesome property."
United States
Mark B.
$617 nightly
The price is $635
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm
Interior

16. Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown

Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown
Cedar Rapids
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Cute place, we enjoyed our stay. Perfect location for ourweekend events. "
United States
Ann L.
$299 nightly
The price is $335
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown
Interior

17. Country Club Cottages - 1703

Country Club Cottages - 1703
Washington
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The place was so cute, clean, and accommodating! The hosts were great to work with and if we ever happen to be traveling through the area again we will definitely book this place again! "
United States
Hannah S.
$177 nightly
The price is $186
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Country Club Cottages - 1703
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

18. Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA

Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA
Southwest Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"We had a really great time here at this COZY, but well-appointed Cottage. Everything was there that we required for a GREAT stay. Location is EXCELLENT to all that Cedar Rapids has to offer. Communication with our Host was immediate and helpful. We enjoyed our stay here, thanks to a GREAT place !"
United States
DON M.
$155 nightly
The price is $174
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA
Interior

19. Modern + Historic - "Williams Suite" Overlooking DT Williamsburg, IA

Modern + Historic - "Williams Suite" Overlooking DT Williamsburg, IA
Williamsburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"It was absolutely gorgeous. The kids enjoyed the playground near by and restaurants. If we were ever in the area again, we would stay here. Would definitely recommend!"
United States
Naomi
$188 nightly
The price is $211
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Modern + Historic - "Williams Suite" Overlooking DT Williamsburg, IA
Dining

20. Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids

Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Cozy, clean, had nice furniture/beds. "
United States
Kayla
$297 nightly
The price is $333
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids
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Top Iowa City Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

10/10 Excellent
"Always a drury!!! Simply the best in every single aspect! Used the jacuzzi…pool…bar…breakfast…bought Aleve at their hotel market…cannot beat the cocktails at night and breakfast in morning. Staff soooo courteous. Drury is doing something amazing with hotel industry"
pamela 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Find out more about Iowa City

Everything you need to know about Iowa City vacation rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Iowa City vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, condos, resorts, cabins, villas, motels. The list goes on, and on …and on.

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Iowa City vacation rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search.

Iowa City vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Iowa City. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter low season months. For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit Iowa City in high season.

Prices vary throughout the year. Your chosen location, property type, and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. The selection of properties we have chosen for you start as low as $210 per night. Rates vary depending on your travel dates, location, and amenities so make a search and you might find even better deals!

How to find incredible deals on Iowa City rentals

At Expedia, we put the best Iowa City vacation rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Iowa City?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Iowa City near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Tourists who visit Iowa City speak highly of the college campus and array of shops. While you're in the area, you can also enjoy the top-notch restaurants and live music.

What's the top vacation rental that Iowa City has to offer?

3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital: This Iowa City vacation home rental offers a patio, a garden, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Other favorite homes for rent in Iowa City are Backyard on Melrose - Walk to Kinnick & Hospital and 5 minute walk to Kinnick Stadium! Perfect GAMEDAY stay! Spacious 4-bedroom house.

How many vacation rentals are there in Iowa City?

Expedia has 49 vacation rentals for your stay in Iowa City.

What can I see and do in Iowa City?

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are a couple of family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include The Englert Theater and Old Capitol Museum. While here, Iowa City Public Library and Iowa Old Capitol Building are other places worth a visit.

What are vacation rentals like in Iowa City?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can stay in for several days or longer in Iowa City. Vacation rentals feature extras such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can provide a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great option for a family trip.