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Our top choices for University of Iowa hotels

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Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
2.7 km from University of Iowa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1373)
"Staff was friendly, room very clean and great amenities."
United States
Cynthia
The price is ฿2,796
฿3,132 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
3.0 star property
University Heights, 1.1 km from University of Iowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (439)
"Outstanding place. Clean comfortable extremely well kept. Great bar and restaurant. Terrific service. "
United States
Brion
The price is ฿4,008
฿4,557 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Property amenity
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
2.6 km from University of Iowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"Great location "
United States
Michael
The price is ฿2,921
฿3,324 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
Restaurant
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
3.0 star property
2.8 km from University of Iowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great location and nice rooms! "
United States
Erin
The price is ฿3,542
฿4,023 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
2 bars/lounges
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (828)
"Great location / comfortable rooms and beds. "
United States
Gazima
The price is ฿2,987
฿3,391 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
Exterior
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown, 1.2 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1305)
"Great area and helpful staff members! "
United States
Riley
The price is ฿2,766
฿3,141 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Terrace/patio
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1019)
"Staff very attentive."
United States
Mark
The price is ฿3,032
฿3,396 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
Property amenity
Element Iowa City

Element Iowa City

Element Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (397)
"Love this Hotel! Big rooms, great atmosphere and good location! "
United States
Heather
The price is ฿3,143
฿3,573 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Element Iowa City
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
2.4 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"It is a nice hotel. Clean and comfortable. But the staff at the front desk is not very nice."
United States
Connie Frances
The price is ฿3,884
฿4,408 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
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Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from University of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1086)
"Clean room, staff is friendly, not only do they have a complementary breakfast, but they also have a complementary dinner, which is nice when you’re coming off the road"
United States
Sue
Heartland Inn
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 star property
Miller Orchard, 1.6 km from University of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff and really close to campus"
United States
Derek
The price is ฿2,777
฿3,152 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
Restaurant
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
2.5 star property
2.5 km from University of Iowa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great place for the price , they offer free breakfast as well. "
United States
Kelly K
The price is ฿1,853
฿2,076 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
Reception
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
2.5 star property
2.6 km from University of Iowa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"wonderful stay"
United States
Deana
The price is ฿1,717
฿1,923 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
2.0 star property
2.5 km from University of Iowa
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Great stay staff was amazing "
United States
Timothy
The price is ฿1,690
฿1,893 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
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Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing

Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing

Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing
2.5 star property
2.9 km from University of Iowa
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"The service was amazing, the staff was nice and helpful, and the room was clean and spacious. Will definitely book here again!"
United States
Jazmine
The price is ฿1,849
฿2,071 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing
Terrace/patio
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
2.5 star property
5.7 km from University of Iowa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (937)
"The stay was amazing we enjoyed the breakfast and the room was great "
United States
Tammy
The price is ฿3,365
฿3,826 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
6.2 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (663)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Brett
The price is ฿2,905
฿3,297 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
2.5 star property
6.8 km from University of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Spotless room and friendly staff!"
United States
David
The price is ฿1,873
฿2,098 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
4.9 km from University of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (953)
"The staff go above and beyond. We had a very special birthday to celebrate and the kids had a blast! The pol area is fantastic, and WARM, fun arcade, great room service too. "
United States
Steph
The price is ฿3,887
฿4,354 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Indoor pool
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
2.5 star property
5.4 km from University of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Dining was great!!"
United States
Jo Anne
The price is ฿2,332
฿2,645 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
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Top University of Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, lovely room and lots to do around the area."
Dominic 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Love this hotel. All the good vibes! Great Thanksgiving stay with the family! Pool is huge, rooms are clean and their staff is amazing! The buffet at Lucy’s was delicious! "
Vonnie 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotels near other University of Iowa attractions

The first Capitol of the state of Iowa, before it was moved to Des Moines. Now part of the University of Iowa campus, Go Hawkeyes!!
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Open Photo by Erik Rowley

Old Capitol Museum

4.7/5 (42 reviews)
Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.
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The old Capitol Building and museum in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.

Iowa Old Capitol Building

You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a visit to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Iowa?
University of Iowa is located in a welcoming area of Iowa City that travellers like for its sporting events and live music. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 30 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near University of Iowa?
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from University of Iowa. Other good choices within a short distance include Graduate by Hilton Iowa City and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.
How many hotels will I be able to find near University of Iowa?
Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Iowa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Iowa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to University of Iowa.
What can I see and do near University of Iowa?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Old Capitol Museum, University of Iowa Museum of Natural History or Johnson County Historical Society. Explore nature at Devonian Fossil Gorge and Tom Harkin Trailhead. Looking for a little shopping break? A trip to Coral Ridge Mall, Coral North and Coral Valley Market might be just the ticket while you're in the area around University of Iowa.