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1. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

2. Graduate By Hilton Iowa City

3. The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4. Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

6. Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center

7. Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel

8. Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg

Luxury Boutique Hotels Iowa City

  • Eco-friendly stay
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Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

4 Sturgis Corner Drive
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

The 3-star smoke-free Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area includes air-conditioned rooms merely 1.7 km from the Pedestrian Mall. Located within 25 minutes' walk of such sports venues as Kinnick Stadium, this Iowa City hotel lies a historic area.

The Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area features 90 rooms with complimentary wireless internet and a 50-inch flat-screen TV, as well as coffee and tea makers. An ironing set are featured for guests' comfort.

8.3
231 reviews
~ US$123 / night

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

1.5 km (1.0 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

The 3-star smoke-free Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area includes air-conditioned rooms merely 1.7 km from the Pedestrian Mall. Located within 25 minutes' walk of such sports venues as Kinnick Stadium, this Iowa City hotel lies a historic area.

The Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area features 90 rooms with complimentary wireless internet and a 50-inch flat-screen TV, as well as coffee and tea makers. An ironing set are featured for guests' comfort.

8.3
231 reviews
From US$ 123 / night
  • Best-rated
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Graduate By Hilton Iowa City

210 S Dubuque St
0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Paid valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace

Featuring a shopping area and a restaurant, the comfortable Graduate By Hilton Iowa City hotel lies merely 7 minutes' walk from the Old Capitol Museum. Boasting a lounge bar along with a swimming pool, this 4-star fully serviced hotel is situated in an entertainment neighbourhood.

The air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts such as blackout curtains and climate control. The rooms have elegant furniture featuring a writing table. The private bathrooms feature hair dryers and towels.

8.4
377 reviews
~ US$109 / night

Graduate By Hilton Iowa City

0.4 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Paid valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Terrace

Graduate By Hilton Iowa City

Featuring a shopping area and a restaurant, the comfortable Graduate By Hilton Iowa City hotel lies merely 7 minutes' walk from the Old Capitol Museum. Boasting a lounge bar along with a swimming pool, this 4-star fully serviced hotel is situated in an entertainment neighbourhood.

The air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts such as blackout curtains and climate control. The rooms have elegant furniture featuring a writing table. The private bathrooms feature hair dryers and towels.

8.4
377 reviews
From US$ 109 / night

Boutique hotels near Iowa City

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The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

119 West Mississippi Drive
48.4 km (30.1 mi) from Iowa City
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

Situated 3.7 km from the Discovery Park, the 4-star smoke-free The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Boasting a superb location a stone's throw from the National Pearl Button Museum @ The History and Industry Center, the sumptuous hotel includes an indoor swimming pool.

The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel features 102 rooms with a seating area, furnished with a writing desk. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning are also featured. The bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, along with a hairdryer and towels. They offer views of the river.

9
51 reviews
~ US$134 / night

The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

48.4 km (30.1 mi) from Iowa City
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Saltwater pool

The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Situated 3.7 km from the Discovery Park, the 4-star smoke-free The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Boasting a superb location a stone's throw from the National Pearl Button Museum @ The History and Industry Center, the sumptuous hotel includes an indoor swimming pool.

The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel features 102 rooms with a seating area, furnished with a writing desk. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as an iron with ironing board and air conditioning are also featured. The bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, along with a hairdryer and towels. They offer views of the river.

9
51 reviews
From US$ 134 / night
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Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

485 Madison Ave. North
13.5 km (8.4 mi) from Iowa City
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Situated approximately 15 minutes on foot from West Lake, the comfortable 4-star Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City includes 72 rooms for guests. Boasting an indoor pool, this North Liberty hotel is nestled 3.8 km from natural attractions like Penn Meadows Recreational Park North.

The rooms have warm decor and comforts such as air conditioning.

7.6
227 reviews
~ US$86 / night

Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

13.5 km (8.4 mi) from Iowa City
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

Situated approximately 15 minutes on foot from West Lake, the comfortable 4-star Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City includes 72 rooms for guests. Boasting an indoor pool, this North Liberty hotel is nestled 3.8 km from natural attractions like Penn Meadows Recreational Park North.

The rooms have warm decor and comforts such as air conditioning.

7.6
227 reviews
From US$ 86 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

1140 Park Place Ne
42.3 km (26.3 mi) from Iowa City
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The 3-star Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North hotel gives quick access to Cedar Rapids Christian Church, situated approximately a 5-minute walk away. The hotel offers high-speed Internet access in the rooms and has a conference space and a meeting room for those staying on business.

Offering a 40-inch flat-screen TV and a DVD player, the 92 rooms come with climate control to ensure a comfortable stay. Some rooms are fitted with a private bathroom.

8.1
38 reviews
~ US$121 / night

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

42.3 km (26.3 mi) from Iowa City
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

The 3-star Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North hotel gives quick access to Cedar Rapids Christian Church, situated approximately a 5-minute walk away. The hotel offers high-speed Internet access in the rooms and has a conference space and a meeting room for those staying on business.

Offering a 40-inch flat-screen TV and a DVD player, the 92 rooms come with climate control to ensure a comfortable stay. Some rooms are fitted with a private bathroom.

8.1
38 reviews
From US$ 121 / night
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Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center

90 Twixt Town Road Ne
41.4 km (25.8 mi) from Iowa City
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Indoor swimming pool

The 3-star smoke-free Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center Marion is situated near a business district, around 7 km from the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, the comfortable hotel boasts a convenient setting along with a heated pool available onsite.

The rooms comprise a sitting area and a living room complete with an air conditioner, as well as free Wi-Fi and a plasma TV. Other comforts include a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware for self-catering. Offering a walk-in shower and a rainfall showerhead, the bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and designer toiletries.

7.6
157 reviews
~ US$99 / night

Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center

41.4 km (25.8 mi) from Iowa City
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Sauna
  • Indoor swimming pool

Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center

The 3-star smoke-free Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center Marion is situated near a business district, around 7 km from the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, the comfortable hotel boasts a convenient setting along with a heated pool available onsite.

The rooms comprise a sitting area and a living room complete with an air conditioner, as well as free Wi-Fi and a plasma TV. Other comforts include a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware for self-catering. Offering a walk-in shower and a rainfall showerhead, the bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and designer toiletries.

7.6
157 reviews
From US$ 99 / night
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Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel

777 Bally Blvd
79.5 km (49.4 mi) from Iowa City
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Situated right near Jumer's Casino Rock Island, the comfortable 4-star Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel Rock Island offers a peaceful retreat at a heated swimming pool with a hot tub. The smoke-free hotel features 63 rooms in a rural area, approximately a 10-minute drive from culture-oriented attractions such as the John Hauberg Indian Museum.

The air-conditioned rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some of them feature a stone fireplace. There is also a private bathroom. The modern bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.

8.1
66 reviews
~ US$140 / night

Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel

79.5 km (49.4 mi) from Iowa City
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor swimming pool

Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel

Situated right near Jumer's Casino Rock Island, the comfortable 4-star Bally'S Quad Cities Casino & Hotel Rock Island offers a peaceful retreat at a heated swimming pool with a hot tub. The smoke-free hotel features 63 rooms in a rural area, approximately a 10-minute drive from culture-oriented attractions such as the John Hauberg Indian Museum.

The air-conditioned rooms at the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some of them feature a stone fireplace. There is also a private bathroom. The modern bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.

8.1
66 reviews
From US$ 140 / night
  • Great deal
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Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg

1220 First Ave Coralville
4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Iowa City
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

The 3-star Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg, situated within 25 minutes' walk of Cretzmeyer Track, offers spa therapy and a shared lounge. Featuring a heated swimming pool, this Coralville hotel is 3.9 km from natural sights like the Waterworks Prairie Park.

The air-conditioned rooms at this Coralville hotel are furnished with a carpeted floor, and include complimentary wireless internet and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Fitted with a microwave, the rooms also come with a cupboard and a writing table. The private bathrooms offer a separate toilet, a shower/bath combination, and a shower/tub combination, and such comforts as a hairdryer and bath sheets.

6.6
258 reviews
~ US$69 / night

Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg

4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Iowa City
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg

The 3-star Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg, situated within 25 minutes' walk of Cretzmeyer Track, offers spa therapy and a shared lounge. Featuring a heated swimming pool, this Coralville hotel is 3.9 km from natural sights like the Waterworks Prairie Park.

The air-conditioned rooms at this Coralville hotel are furnished with a carpeted floor, and include complimentary wireless internet and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Fitted with a microwave, the rooms also come with a cupboard and a writing table. The private bathrooms offer a separate toilet, a shower/bath combination, and a shower/tub combination, and such comforts as a hairdryer and bath sheets.

6.6
258 reviews
From US$ 69 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Boutique Hotels in Iowa City, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

8.3 / 10

(231 Reviews)

From 123$
Graduate By Hilton Iowa City

8.4 / 10

(377 Reviews)

From 109$
The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center, Muscatine, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9.0 / 10

(51 Reviews)

From 134$
Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

7.6 / 10

(227 Reviews)

From 86$
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North

8.1 / 10

(38 Reviews)

From 121$

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7.9
572 reviews
~ US$ 52 / night
Travelodge By Wyndham Iowa City
3.4 km (2.1 mi) from city center
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8.9
129 reviews
~ US$ 182 / night
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
0.6 km (0.3 mi) from city center
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which boutique hotels near the University of Iowa are best for families?

The Graduate By Hilton Iowa City and Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area both offer family-friendly amenities. They are close to local attractions like the University of Iowa and Kinnick Stadium.

Tip:

For early visits to the University, book your stay during weekdays, as local traffic is lighter compared to weekends.

What are the top boutique hotels for exploring downtown Iowa City?

Hotels like the Graduate By Hilton Iowa City place you near the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall and Hancher Auditorium. You can enjoy local shops, food, and entertainment here.

Tip:

To experience the best of downtown, visit on a Friday evening for live music in the area, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

Can you recommend boutique hotels with a pool for family fun?

Both the Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center and Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area have indoor pools. These are perfect for kids to enjoy during your stay.

Tip:

Plan pool time in the afternoon when it's less crowded, especially on weekends.

Which boutique hotels in Iowa City are pet-friendly?

The Homewood Suites By Hilton Cedar Rapids-North and the Graduate By Hilton Iowa City welcome pets. Each hotel has specific pet policies to make your stay comfortable.

Tip:

Check the pet fee policies before booking, especially during peak travel times when these hotels can fill up quickly.

What boutique hotels in Iowa City provide easy access to local attractions?

Hotels like Holiday Inn Coralville - Iowa City By Ihg are just a short drive from the Coral Ridge Mall and Xtream Arena. Staying here makes it easy to visit various events.

Tip:

Visit local events at Xtream Arena by booking your stay during concert weekends to join the excitement.

Which boutique hotels offer breakfast included in the stay?

Expect complimentary breakfast at the Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty and Hampton Inn Iowa City. Both hotels offer diverse breakfast options suitable for families.

Tip:

Arrive for breakfast before 8:30am to enjoy a wider variety of food and avoid the morning rush.

What boutique hotels near Cedar Rapids are ideal for business travelers?

Best Western Plus Longbranch Hotel & Convention Center offers great meeting facilities. It's well-equipped for business needs while providing comfortable accommodations for after work.

Tip:

Make use of the hotel's event assistance services to ensure smooth scheduling of any business meetings.

How can I get around Iowa City efficiently?

Iowa City has a reliable bus system, Coralville Transit, which connects many hotels and attractions. You can buy a pass for unlimited rides during your stay.

Tip:

Use the bus service during weekdays as it runs more frequently - particularly the route that services downtown and university areas.

What unique events happen in Iowa City throughout the year?

Iowa City hosts the Iowa City Book Festival in the fall, featuring author readings and workshops. This event attracts visitors from across the state.

Tip:

Book hotel stays well in advance as accommodations fill quickly during popular events like the book festival.

What are some must-visit local restaurants in Iowa City?

Try Big Grove Brewery and The Airliner for a taste of local favorites. Both spots provide unique dining options close to key attractions.

Tip:

Visit during lunch hours for daily specials that offer hearty meals at lower prices compared to dinner menus.

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