The Black Hawk Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, The Black Hawk Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and shopping on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 399
AED 447 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

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About the neighborhood

In the historical district, The Black Hawk Hotel is in an area with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Woods Lake Recreation Area and popular attractions include Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Check out an event or a game at UNI-Dome, and consider making time for Lost Island Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Cedar Falls travel guide
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115 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613

What's nearby

  • A display of snacks and a wall decorated with vinyl records.
    Cedar Falls Community Main Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • An aerial view of a forested area with a lake.
    Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A clock tower, a lamppost, and yellow flowers in a park.
    University of Northern Iowa
    3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Cedar Falls Community Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ice House Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's
    6 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    20 min walk
  • The Horny Toad American Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Urban Pie
    4 min walk

About this property

The Black Hawk Hotel

  • Hotel near University of Northern Iowa
  • Located close to Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, The Black Hawk Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and shopping on site. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Express check-out, a reception hall, and a banquet hall
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • An elevator, wedding services, and a water dispenser
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and minibars.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and on-request microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Hawk Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Hawk Hotel?

As of 25 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Hawk Hotel on 26 October 2026 start from AED 399, 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.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Black Hawk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Black Hawk Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Black Hawk Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. University of Northern Iowa and Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Black Hawk Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 934 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 934 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 934 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 934 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 934 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was helpful, friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Really nice but dated location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No issues, neat historical building.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice stay. Room was clean and convenient. Staff was helpful. Parking was the issue, as no parking at hotel, had to park a block away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great and hotel was quaint and unique. Only complaint was the tv set up - weird stations and the movies were a bit temperamental with starting over or remote issues. But not a huge issue. Just letting someone know.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Nice to have bar in hotel. Good drinks. Free drink certificate with room. Creaky old floor and old carpet in room, small toilet, needs updated. Could hear guest next door through thin wall. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved this historical hotel, the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very classic hotel with neat original wood and metal work. Very quiet with heavy doors and thick walls. No detail was left out. Engaging staff at the front desk and in the Bar Winslow. There were lots of fun shops and eateries surrounding it and even a brewery right across the street. I can't wait to go back again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for walking to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic property. One of my favorite hotels anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful and well curated hotel, yet still accessible and comfortable. The one minor inconvenience was parking, but we found spots within a block of the hotel. Lots going on in this area, we walked to dinner both nights and ate well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous historic hotel. We only stayed one night so we didn’t get a full feel for the hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic experience! I have stayed here several times when in town for business. Always enjoy the unique experience this place offers. Friendly staff clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was great as usual and we enjoyed the craft cocktail at the bar. Continental breakfast with pastries from the bakery next door was irresistible! We will continue to make the Black Hawk Hotel our home away from home whenever we come to Cedar Falls.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay in this charming, comfortable historic hotel. Staff accommodated our early check-in request. Loved the location on Main St. with many walkable good food options, as well as shopping, the river, parks, and trails. The hotel vibe was very chill and relaxing. Breakfast was minimal, but enough for a nice start. Loved hanging out in the lobby, including with our drinks from the Winslow Bar, for which we used our $10 hotel coupon. We were well pleased the hotel met our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of downtown. Walk to restaurants, bars and the river. A must not miss stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The quietness was a treasure. Location is great, can walk all over town and adjacent neighborhoods.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It is a lovely historical property with great updates in the right places and antique features to make it an experience. The staff is helpful and friendly, the room was tidy and nicely cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Cool old hotel with lots of ambiance. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was wonderful! We stayed two nights and loved it. The breakfast is pretty basic and there is no parking on-site which makes loading and unloading a bit difficult. But great location and cool building. The bar is fun as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very interesting old hotel that is well kept up. excellent large room with fridge and tub with jets. only issue breakfast which was just a big cinnamon roll with coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property. Comfy beds and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel has an excellent bar with creative cocktails, and the accommodations are charming and comfortable. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My one night stay for a business trip was wonderful. The charm and the history of the hotel was amazing. The staff was kind and helpful. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026