Top 10 Hotels Near University of Iowa in Iowa City for 2026

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A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view.

An indoor swimming pool area with a hot tub, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a framed painting of a stone building, a blue sofa, a wooden bench, and a lamp.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

2.7 km from University of Iowa

Barbara

RM402

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

University Heights, 1.1 km from University of Iowa

ZOE

RM640

RM728 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hilton Garden Inn' sign.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, teal armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa

RM492

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a counter stocked with various bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, large windows, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

4. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

2.4 km from University of Iowa

Courtney

RM576

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a dining area.

A kitchen with a buffet setup, dark cabinetry, and a marble countertop.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled edges, and a lifeguard chair.

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

2.8 km from University of Iowa

KIMBERLY

RM492

RM559 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Staybridge sign, a modern building facade, and a landscaped entrance area.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by chairs and tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining area, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a small table.

6. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

2.6 km from University of Iowa

Cindy

RM471

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with yellow chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and two wall-mounted paintings.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar with shelves of bottles.

7. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Downtown, 1.2 km from University of Iowa

Kristina

RM443

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are two large pendant lights hanging from the ceiling.

A modern living space with a wooden dining table, bar stools, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

8. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa

Hieu

RM510

RM580 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Graduate Iowa City."

A library with wooden bookshelves, a central reading area with chairs, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern.

9. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown, 1 km from University of Iowa

Dan

RM459

RM514 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A kitchen with dark brown cabinets, a white clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A swimming pool area with a tiled floor, a pool with a blue interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

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

10. Heartland Inn

1.9 km from University of Iowa

antoinette

RM402

RM450 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs around the pool.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A reception area with a mosaic-patterned counter, a colorful rug, and a framed welcome sign.

A covered walkway with a beige structure, surrounded by gravel and small trees, leading to a grassy area.

11. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Miller Orchard, 1.6 km from University of Iowa

Rebecca K

RM459

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by seating areas and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A gym with exercise equipment, a pool view, and a seating area.

12. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

2.5 km from University of Iowa

Mikey

RM322

RM361 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a metal railing.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a sign that reads "Quality Inn by Choice".

13. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

2.6 km from University of Iowa

Tim

RM333

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious breakfast area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a green awning, parking spaces, and a handicap-accessible entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

2.5 km from University of Iowa

Natasha

RM339

RM379 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall-mounted crescent moon decoration, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and yellow and blue sofas.

A modern breakfast bar with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and two bedside lamps.

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

2.9 km from University of Iowa

Sanjivi

RM315

RM353 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds.

A cozy living room with wooden panel walls, a brown leather sofa, a black coffee table, a floor lamp, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and two windows.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

16. Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

University Heights, 1.8 km from University of Iowa

RM1,103

RM2,178 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital display, and a variety of amenities such as a refrigerator, shelves with snacks, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen displaying a map.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

5.7 km from University of Iowa

Ryan

RM458

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and a tiled ceiling.

A kitchen with blue cabinets, waffle makers, a toaster, and bowls of fruit on the counter.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

6.8 km from University of Iowa

Deborah

RM372

RM417 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the interior.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a microwave, coffee machine, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel with a prominent 'HOME 2' sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance area with outdoor seating.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a changing room, and a view of the outside.

19. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

6.2 km from University of Iowa

Mark

RM492

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and large windows.

A chessboard set up on a patio with outdoor seating and a fire pit, in front of a building with large windows and string lights.

20. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.9 km from University of Iowa

Eric

RM608

RM681 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Iowa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville	9.8 Exceptional 1,582 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights	9.6 Exceptional 500 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University	9.4 Exceptional 971 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top University of Iowa Hotel Reviews

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Overall very pleasant stay"

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

10/10 Excellent

"Great value."

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, a very clean property. Staff was very friendly upon checking and check out. Lots of breakfast options. Big runs on the outside were loaded with garbage, and really should have been picked up. We did see a family of raccoons right next to the parking lot, which was unusual, because we were right in town."

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

10/10 Excellent

"Good location"

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

8/10 Good

"Safe, quiet property. Nice beds & bedding. Good breakfast."

Element by Marriott Iowa City

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, great location, walk to everything."

Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

10/10 Excellent

"It was a pleasant stay"

Other attractions near University of Iowa

A large building with a golden dome and flag, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

Old Capitol Museum

9.4/10 (69 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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A large, historic building with a central dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and street lamps.

Iowa Old Capitol Building

9.4/10 (48 reviews)

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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A museum exhibit with various bird specimens and taxidermy displays.

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

8.2/10 (19 reviews)

Marvel at a gigantic whale skeleton, see an impressive cyclorama of a Hawaiian bird island and spot the giant panda.

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Stanley Museum of Art

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Stanley Museum of Art in Iowa City.

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Kinnick Stadium

9.2/10 (509 reviews)

Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Carver-Hawkeye Arena

9.2/10 (347 reviews)

Catch an event at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during your trip to Iowa City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The Englert Theater

8.2/10 (71 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at The Englert Theater during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Iowa City Public Library

8.6/10 (116 reviews)

Iowa City Public Library is just one of the places to see in Iowa City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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 32 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of Iowa?

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Iowa. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of Iowa?

Expedia has 32 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, 25th Avenue Mall and Coral North might be just the ticket while you're in the area around University of Iowa.

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Our top choices for University of Iowa hotels

1. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

2. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

3. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

4. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

6. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

7. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

8. Element by Marriott Iowa City

9. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

10. Heartland Inn

11. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

12. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

13. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

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

16. Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

19. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

20. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Top University of Iowa Hotel Reviews

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Element by Marriott Iowa City

Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

Other attractions near University of Iowa

Old Capitol Museum

Iowa Old Capitol Building

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Stanley Museum of Art

Kinnick Stadium

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

The Englert Theater

Iowa City Public Library

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