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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3.0 star property
Downtown Iowa City buzzes with energy while travelers enjoy a hearty breakfast at Garden Grille or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool

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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers a convenient downtown base with an on-site restaurant, two bars, an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ₩143,059
₩162,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Downtown, a neighborhood in Iowa City, is home to Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University. The Englert Theater and Old Capitol Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Coral Valley Market and 25th Avenue Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Visit our Iowa City travel guide
Map
328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA, 52240

What's nearby

  • The Old Iowa Capitol
    University of Iowa
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • U of iowa
    University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Englert Theater
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Iowa City Public Library
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercy Hospital
    11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    3 min walk
  • Pints
    4 min walk
  • Brothers Bar & Grill
    4 min walk
  • Poindexter Coffee
    4 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hotel near University of Iowa
At Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, 2 bars, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Garden Grille, offers breakfast and lunch. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services
  • A ballroom, meeting rooms, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 143 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille
  • Vue Rooftop

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
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,700 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hilton Iowa City University
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University on Apr 5, 2026 start from ₩143,059, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

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

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library are also within 10 minutes.

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

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 864 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 864 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 864 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 864 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 864 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was terrific Good breakfast Great rooftop restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, clean and spacious. Nice views. Pool and hot tub were very nice. Nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gazima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location / comfortable rooms and beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing hotel. The Vue, rooftop bar was the highlight of the hotel. The vue of downtown Iowa City was breathtaking. Will definitely be staying here on our next trip to Iowa City.
Christmas Eve drinks at The Vue Rooftop Bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had good amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless. Staff very friendl.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean with very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on campus. Clean modern hotel. Easy parking access. Good size room with comfy seating area. Great shower pressure. Coffee in the lobby. It’s a very convenient comfy hotel. And it’s a bonus that Vue restaurant is on the rooftop!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here in the future. Room was nicely decorated and clean. Staff was helpful and pleasant. The breakfast was great. The location is perfect for University campus visits...walking distance. Parking garage was safe, convenient, and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was super close to Ped mall, great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, spacious room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. A tad pricy for the rooms and adding on the dog stay but overall a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Had a wonderful stay. Very clean property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Friendly staff and overall great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with easy walkability to a lot of Iowa City attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and welcoming. A great location right across from the Voxman and 5-10 minute walk through town to restaurants, shops and bars. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the place clean nice quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024