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The Brown Street Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers find a warm welcome at this charming Iowa City bed & breakfast, where they can unwind by the fireplace or lose themselves in the library's pages.

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The Brown Street Inn offers a peaceful retreat in Iowa City. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax in the garden or by the lobby fireplace, and stay connected with WiFi. The well-stocked library provides quiet entertainment, and luggage storage adds convenience to the stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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2. Green Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2. Green Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1. Blue Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1. Blue Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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4. White Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4. White Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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3. Yellow Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3. Yellow Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Iowa City, The Brown Street Inn is in the historical district. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Old Capitol Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
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52245, IA, Iowa City, 430 Brown Street

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Englert Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Scout’s Honor - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Black Angel Restaurant And Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kindred Coffee - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Brown Street Inn

Bed & breakfast near University of Iowa
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Brown Street Inn. In addition to a library and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms at The Brown Street Inn feature perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1913
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Brown Street Inn Iowa City
Brown Street Inn
Brown Street Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Brown Street Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brown Street Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Brown Street Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Brown Street Inn located?

Located in Mann, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of University of Iowa, Mercy Hospital, and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk. University of Iowa Health Care and Iowa City Public Library are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Brown Street Inn Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at this lovely b&b. Owners are friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like staying at a family home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Brown Street Inn was charming, and our hostess Sue was wonderful. Breakfasts were amazing both days we were there, and Sue is a wonderful hostess who made our stay extra special. My wife and I were there with my oldest friend and his partner, and we all had the best time. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doug and his wife did an excellent job of catering to what ever we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s just like home so comfy & safe! It’s so charming: great breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, cozy atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic setting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful and the owners are lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first airbnb, was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people! Great food! Quaint home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christine and Doug are passionate owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion Suzanne Thérèse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a beautiful stay at the Brown Street Inn. My bedroom was cute, cozy and comfortable. The Inn Keepers were welcoming and friendly... and the breakfast was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic part of town with cobblestone streets. 20 minute walk to downtown and University campus. Plenty of parking. Being located in a hilly area of town, expect a little uphill traveling if walking. Nice house, pleasant hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We saw family in Iowa City. Christine & Doug were wonderful hosts. Beautiful home, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming. Great hosts. Super area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish we had found Brown Street Inn Freshman year! The home and neighborhood are so charming and easily walkable to downtown Iowa City (15 minutes). Our room was adorable, clean and comfortable with an in room bath. Christine and Doug were gracious hosts and the breakfast, served 8-10 am, is all homemade and delicious! This stay was super relaxed and well worth the price - we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I wanted a quick weekend getaway to see the Herbert Hoover NHS and hang out in the Iowa City area. This Inn was in a very cute older neighborhood with brick roads throughout, and only a 5 minute drive from the downtown area. We were greeted by name by the owners and showed to our room, which was as cozy as it looked in the photos. The bed was incredibly comfortable, as was the temperature of the room. Despite being on vacation, I also really appreciated being able to log into our Netflix account with Roku to settle in for the night. Breakfast was amazing, and as a person with Celiac Disease it was amazing to have an entire breakfast full of gluten free options for the two of us, and not feeling like I had to inspect my food or ask to be absolutely sure it was safe, a rarity with a serious dietary restriction. Sitting on the porch in the early morning to enjoy the homemade foods and relax was the perfect way to wrap up our overnight stay. Could not recommend this property and the owners more. We loved our stay and would be more than happy to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Enjoy The Brown Street Inn; I Did!

The bedroom was very comfortable. The breakfast was scrumptious! The hosts were so lovely! Their home was beautiful and all the art on the walls was so enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

A great place to treat yourself

The owners were very friendly and helpful. I called because I was coming in later than planned. It was no problem for Mark. He gave me a map of the area which really helped. I grew up with farm cats. I liked their outdoor cat. My room was clean, the bed very comfortable. The gluten-free and lactose-free breakfast was delicious, The scrambled eggs, toast, fresh fruit, orange juice, and "milk" gave me a great start to my day. Conversation with other guests around the table was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

A delightful experience!

We were delighted with our stay at Brown Street Inn. The hosts were so charming and welcoming and they maintain a beautiful inn—the breakfasts were delicious, cookies were a lovely touch and we really enjoyed sitting on the patio and looking at the beautiful historic neighborhood. The inn was located very near downtown and the university—we walked to lunch and dinner each day. And the bed was wonderfully comfortable! We will absolutely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted at the door and promptly asked . “Are you vaccinated ? I had to turn away 2 customers previously that were not !” Vaccination requirements could be clearly stated when booking to avoid future issues
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained old house in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Dalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute, clean and very friendly owners. Had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean, comfortable, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Blythe

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

Fabulous stay!

Fabulous B&B with fabulous hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019