Marion, IA

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Built in the 1840s, the Granger House is one of the oldest houses in the Cedar Rapids metro area and still showcases original furnishings.
This campground has a series of hiking trails through meadows filled with wildflowers.
Fields of wildflowers in this lovey county park.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG

2.5 out of 5
5993 Carlson Way Marion IA
$103 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$115 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Waldos Rock Park and Willowood Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
Clean room and very quiet. Enjoyed my one night stay!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Rapids NE – Marion by IHG
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion

3 out of 5
2823 7th Avenue Marion IA
$136 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$153 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (373 reviews)
We had to ask to have the room sept, there was garbage in the stairwell, and we had a silverfish bug fall from the celling onto our open luggage. The people we courteous and was able to refund us for the remaining nights of stay.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cedar Rapids Marion
Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids

Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids

2.5 out of 5
5500 Dyer Ave Marion IA
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$93 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Waldos Rock Park and Willowood Park are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
Parking was easy the rooms felt very secure. Halls were quiet . Very pleasant stay.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Sleep Inn Marion - Cedar Rapids
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown

Marion IA
Stay at this vacation home in Marion. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Granger House - Marion Historical Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
This cottage is definitely a great stay!! Everything was just as described. Tim was super responsive and welcoming! Super peaceful area and super cozy! Definitely recommend booking !!!

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Adorable Cottage in small town of Marion. Just a few blocks from Uptown
NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!

NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!

Marion IA
Stay at this apartment in Marion. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Campbell Steele Gallery and Marion Old Carnegie Library ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Quick and efficient responses when needed. Good location.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

NEW!!! The Uptown Oasis...seconds from Uptown Marion!!!
Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion

Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion

Marion IA
Stay at this vacation home in Marion. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Boyson Park and Donnelly Park are located ...
Historic farmhouse on an acreage in Marion
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Marion

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I will be returning soon!!

5/5 - Excellent

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Staff was beyond great but that was the only good experience we had. Will not be back

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Came for a college visit at Coe and am very impressed with the college.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Super friendly city

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