What is Downtown like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Iowa City's Downtown neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Be sure to check out Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveler 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 center. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown?

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

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

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

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

1. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Downtown

William

₩176,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

2. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown

Sheila

₩180,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Downtown

Bo

₩195,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

4. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Downtown

Hieu

₩203,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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.

5. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Miller Orchard, 1 km from Downtown

Rebecca K

₩195,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

University Heights, 1.4 km from Downtown

Oana

₩255,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

7. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

3.6 km from Downtown

Barbara

₩160,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

3.3 km from Downtown

Courtney

₩229,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

9. Heartland Inn

2.7 km from Downtown

antoinette

₩158,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

6.6 km from Downtown

Ryan

₩204,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.8 km from Downtown

Alexandria

₩183,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

4.3 km from Downtown

Christine

₩184,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

7.8 km from Downtown

Deborah

₩154,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

14. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

3.4 km from Downtown

Mikey

₩109,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with a long fire feature, wooden panel walls, and a pergola with string lights.

15. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

4.2 km from Downtown

Antonella

₩180,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

16. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

6.3 km from Downtown

Sonia Jean

₩171,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A spacious breakfast area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

3.4 km from Downtown

Komlan

₩133,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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.

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

7.2 km from Downtown

Rick

₩166,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

19. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.5 km from Downtown

Tim

₩131,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

4.8 km from Downtown

Eric

₩238,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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Where to stay in Downtown

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

A large neoclassical building with a central dome and flagpole, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a clear blue sky.

Mann

If you're spending some time in Mann, Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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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 Frytown Conservation Area and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area.

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A rugby ball with the text "OUR LIBERTIES WE WILL MAINTAIN" and "IOWA" on a green grass field.

University Heights

When in University Heights, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Twain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Twain and surrounding area, you can visit Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

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Manville Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manville Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Our accessible room had a great shower chair that made the shower work for my husband whose recent foot surgery makes showers difficult. The staff and facilities are great."