What is Downtown like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Iowa City's Downtown neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Be sure to check out Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Element Iowa City is the highest ranked property in Downtown. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from University of Iowa, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favorite options in the area include Graduate by Hilton Iowa City and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown?

When you want to find places to stay in Iowa City, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?

Iowa City Public Library, The Englert Theater, and Stanley Museum of Art are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Old Capitol Museum and Iowa Old Capitol Building are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Iowa City.

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Downtown

larry

￥14,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown

Mishez

￥17,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Element Iowa City

Downtown

Heather

￥17,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Downtown

Robert

￥17,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

3.6 km from Downtown

Amanda

￥15,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

7.8 km from Downtown

Lucinda

￥10,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

avid hotel Coralville Iowa City by IHG

8.8 km from Downtown

robert

￥12,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

6.3 km from Downtown

Heather

￥13,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Sleep Inn & Suites Mount Vernon

30 km from Downtown

Alexa

￥15,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

4 km from Downtown

Melissa

￥12,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

AmericInn by Wyndham Cedar Rapids Airport

28.7 km from Downtown

Mehdi

￥14,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

7.2 km from Downtown

Scott

￥14,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.8 km from Downtown

Steph

￥21,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

4.3 km from Downtown

Kathleen

￥13,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Miller Orchard, 1 km from Downtown

Duane

￥14,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 31 - Feb 1

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

7.2 km from Downtown

Lisa

￥14,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

Candlewood Suites Coralville Iowa City by IHG

8.8 km from Downtown

Christopher

￥14,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 14 - Feb 15

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.5 km from Downtown

Deana

￥10,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sleep Inn & Suites North Liberty - Liberty City

13.5 km from Downtown

judy

￥11,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 14 - Feb 15

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

6.6 km from Downtown

Melissa

￥20,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Iowa Museum of Natural History which includes an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and a park

Mann

If you're spending some time in Mann, Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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University Heights

When in University Heights, you can plan a visit to Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Twain

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Twain and surrounding area, you can visit Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

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Weber

While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Frytown Conservation Area and Redbird Farms Wildlife Area.

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Miller Orchard

While there might not be top attractions in Miller Orchard, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kinnick Stadium and Old Capitol Museum.

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