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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3.0 star property
Hotel with bars, steps from University of Iowa

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2 bars/lounges
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby
Sports facility
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers a convenient downtown base with an on-site restaurant, two bars, an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
The current price is AED 353
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA, 52240

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Englert Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hotel near University of Iowa
Kinnick Stadium is located near Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University, which provides dry cleaning/laundry services, 2 bars, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Garden Grille, offers breakfast and lunch. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • ATM/banking services, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 143 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille
  • Vue Rooftop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,700 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

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 cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
Hilton Garn Iowa City Univers
Hilton Iowa City University
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Iowa City
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University on 25 November 2025 start from $109.12, including 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 Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University located?

Situated in Iowa City, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 802 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 802 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 802 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 802 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 802 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gazima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location / comfortable rooms and beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at this property. Close to campus and all the activity.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was super close to Ped mall, great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, spacious room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for visiting University of Iowa
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Haomin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

Great location in the city

Easy in and out. Plenty of parking. Rooftop restaurant is great. East walking to campus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

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

Great stay

Clean, very comfortable, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andras

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place love the rooftop restaurant bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and kept up, front desk was pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here when I’m in Iowa City!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times before and always a clean, comfortable stay. Will stay again when back in Iowa City.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooftop was beautiful and the meal was very good. The location was perfect for walking to the campus/town/rec center
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are amazing. Bed is comfortable and centrally located. Always enjoy that our dog can come and stay with us. And breakfast selection is excellent..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024