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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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is RM329
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

Room options

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View all photos for 1 King Bed

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed with Sofabed

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

1 King Bed with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 1 King with Sofabed, Hearing Accessible

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

1 King with Sofabed, Hearing Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 1 King, Hearing, Mobile Accessible with Roll-in Shower

Bathroom

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King, Mobile Accessible with Tub

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

1 King, Mobile Accessible with Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King with Sofabed, Mobile Accessible with Tub

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

1 King with Sofabed, Mobile Accessible with Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queens, Mobile Accessible with Tub

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

2 Queens, Mobile Accessible with Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 1 King, Hearing Accessible

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

1 King, Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Two Queen Bed Mobility Access Tub-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

King Room-Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

King Room With Sofabed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Guest Room With 1 King Bed And Sofa Bed-Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Hearing Accessible Room With Two Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 3

1 King Mobility Access With Tub Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 3

One King Bed Room With Mobility Accessible Tub And Sofabed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

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.
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Map
4 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52246

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery and Taproom - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hotel near University of Iowa
Free on-the-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area. Free in-room WiFi and a business centre are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and coffee/tea in reception
  • 1 meeting room, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • 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 such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and microwaves

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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,328 reviews
The price is RM341
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (107 centimetre 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 lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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

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 1 January 2026 to 1 June 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 49 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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

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)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area on 23 Jan 2026 start from RM 328.78, 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 49 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area?

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?

Checkout 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 and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Stanley Museum of Art and Old Capitol Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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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. 590 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness
Very accomodating during a stressful time.... extra courteous staff, willing to do the little things for our immediate needs, would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

4/10 Poor

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were excellent. We had an issue with check in. Our Expedia confirmation email didn’t have a reservation number which complicated checking in. The staff did an excellent job trying to figure it out, called Expedia and even they didnt have an answer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Good stay

Clean convenient good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent. Very friendly staff. The staff helped us in a professional manner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean hotel in a quiet location. Hearty breakfast and very kind and friendly staff. Recommended for Iowa City visitors!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room. Professional reception staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel check in was smooth and quick, staff had things set up in no time. Nice and close to campus and easy parking with truck/trailer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and atmosphere nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Grandparents getaway

Staff was very nice. There was a wonderful selection for morning breakfast. Our hotel choice for our visits to Iowa City.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly hotel close to most of Iowa City's arts and entertainment areas
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice; staff was great. I don't advise going through Expedia; go directly through the hotel itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. I was happy they accept dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024