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Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

2.5 star property
Travelers can fuel up with a convenient breakfast before hitting the gym at any hour, making this hotel perfect for both business and leisure stays

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Located in Iowa City's business district, Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area offers a practical home base with free to-go breakfast. Guests can maintain routines in the 24-hour gym, swim in the indoor pool, and stay connected with in-room WiFi and the business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩174,659
₩198,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, and a blue bench at the foot of the bed.

1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a green ottoman, a brown sofa, a television, and a door.

1 King Bed with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a carpet with a geometric pattern.

2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a carpet with a geometric pattern.

2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a green ottoman, a brown sofa, a television, and a door.

1 King with Sofabed, Hearing Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a toilet, a handrail, and a shelf with towels.

1 King, Hearing, Mobile Accessible with Roll-in Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, and a blue bench at the foot of the bed.

1 King, Mobile Accessible with Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a microwave, a nightstand, and a lamp.

1 King with Sofabed, Mobile Accessible with Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

2 Queens, Mobile Accessible with Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, and a blue bench at the foot of the bed.

1 King, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a framed floral artwork on the wall.

1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a green ottoman, a painting on the wall, and two bedside lamps.

1 King Bed with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Iowa City, Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area is in the business district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clear Creek Greenbelt and Coralville Lake, while Stanley Museum of Art and Old Capitol Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Iowa City travel guide
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4 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52246

What's nearby

  • A large, historic building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
    University of Iowa
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A large building with a golden dome and flag, surrounded by green lawns and trees.
    Old Capitol Museum
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Iowa City Public Library
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Englert Theater
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kinnick Stadium
    4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Culver's
    14 min walk
  • Big Grove Brewery and Taproom
    19 min walk
  • Chipotle
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

  • Hotel near University of Iowa
  • Near Kinnick Stadium, Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area provides free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 93 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 560 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch HDTV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 1 2026 to August 21 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area?

As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area on Jul 26, 2026 start from ₩174,659, 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 Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area located?

Located in Miller Orchard, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Iowa, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, and Kinnick Stadium. Stanley Museum of Art and Old Capitol Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is exactly what you expect. It is an affordable, family friendly, hotel that was clean and had nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good and the Breakfast staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean good breakfast nice rooms and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madhavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for six days and had a fantastic experience. The room was clean, the staff was super friendly and accommodating. Parking was always easy and didn’t have any stress to it at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spencer was very nice, room was clean, breakfast is okay, but other than that it was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, staff very friendly, would recommend and would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gym was good. Bed was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Easy check-in and checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are in the process of remodeling. The room was nice and clean. The fitness center was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was really nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was hreat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great four night stay. The staff was friendly, helpful and welcoming. Breakfast was great and my sons enjoyed the pool. Very clean and well maintained.The close proximity to the university was also convenient. This hotel was a great value and I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are a lot of close places to eat within walking distance. It's also very close to downtown Iowa City. The only negative thing I have and it might have been my devices but the wifi was really spotty especially in the fitness center. The wifi seemed to work well in my room.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and loved that it Was close to everything we needed. Free parking was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area for family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 2 nights at the Hampton Inn in Iowa City. Our room was very clean as well as the hotel itself. The staff was wonderful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff,amenities,location. Excellent thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaimy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Very friendly staff, clean and comfortable accommodations, and convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice room. Comfortable beds. Breakfast was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The gentleman who checked us in was fantastic. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025