What is Downtown like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Iowa City's Downtown neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller data, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from University of Iowa, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University .

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

When you want to find places to stay in Iowa City, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Downtown.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?

Iowa City Public Library, The Englert Theater and Stanley Museum of Art are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Iowa City.

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An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

1. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Downtown

Andrew

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hilton Garden Inn' sign.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Downtown

lori

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

3. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Downtown

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious library with bookshelves, a reading area with a sofa, and a large globe hanging from the ceiling.

4. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown

William

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

5. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

3.6 km from Downtown

Rubi

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

6. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Miller Orchard, 1 km from Downtown

Tamara

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with blinds.

7. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

3.5 km from Downtown

Beata

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

8. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

4.3 km from Downtown

Tyler

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

9. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

3.4 km from Downtown

Amy

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

3.8 km from Downtown

KIMBERLY

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed area with a view of the city.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

4 km from Downtown

Gainet

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

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

7.8 km from Downtown

Chuck

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

13. Heartland Inn

2.7 km from Downtown

Gene

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

3.3 km from Downtown

John

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

University Heights, 1.4 km from Downtown

anthony

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a dining area, a coffee station, and a large window.

16. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

4.2 km from Downtown

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.5 km from Downtown

Howard

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A Comfort Suites hotel with a clear entrance, a parking lot, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.

18. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

6.3 km from Downtown

Shawna

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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.

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

7.2 km from Downtown

Julie

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

20. MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City

7.3 km from Downtown

Clinton

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 995 reviews	View
Element by Marriott Iowa City	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 487 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,686 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,057 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,632 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Mann

While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History.

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A large, historic building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

University Heights

While there might not be top attractions in University Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

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A cityscape with a river, bridges, and modern buildings during sunset.

Weber

While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Redbird Farms Wildlife Area and Frytown Conservation Area.

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A river with a bridge, a historic building with a tower, and modern skyscrapers.

Twain

While there might not be top attractions in Twain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

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Manville Heights

While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.

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Recent Reviews in Downtown

Heartland Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Gives an accurate representation of the university"

Days Inn by Wyndham West Branch Iowa City Area

8/10 Good

"Well, let's see. If you're looking to simply put your head down and get some rest, while graveling the vastness of the east-west interstate 80, this is okay. There's not much going on in this city, but you're not really here for the entertainment or social options if you're here. The property needs a refresh. Everything's just pretty mid. But it's ok, shower works well, bed is comfortable. No complaints."

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1. Element by Marriott Iowa City

2. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

4. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

5. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

6. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

7. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

8. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

9. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

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

13. Heartland Inn

14. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

15. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

16. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

17. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

18. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

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

20. MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City

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Weber

Twain

Manville Heights

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