Iowa City, IA

Travel Guide

Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative buidling and heritage architecture
Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring an administrative buidling and heritage architecture
Old Capitol Museum showing interior views
Iowa City
Iowa Museum of Natural History which includes interior views

Where to stay in Iowa City

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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
The first Capitol of the state of Iowa, before it was moved to Des Moines. Now part of the University of Iowa campus, Go Hawkeyes!!

Mann

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

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

Mann
American football ball with Iowa flag on green grass background, close up

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.

University Heights
The City Of Cedar Rapids

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.

Twain
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA Cityscape on the Cedar River

Weber

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

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

Weber
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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.

Miller Orchard
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3 out of 5
255 E Court St Iowa City IA
The price is AED 309 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 309
AED 351 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,343 reviews)
Nice hotel. Would stay again. Parking was a little confusing.

Reviewed on 22 January 2026

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

4 out of 5
210 S Dubuque St Iowa City IA
The price is AED 358 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
AED 358
AED 401 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
Standard. Good quality hotel, nothing amazing but nice college hotel.

Reviewed on 20 January 2026

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
2525 Highlander Place Iowa City IA
The price is AED 459 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
AED 459
AED 515 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Iowa City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (960 reviews)
The suites were large nice having connected rooms staff was friendly it’s a bit dated but clean pool area is awesome

Reviewed on 1 January 2026

The Highlander Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Iowa City IA
Stay at this vacation home in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
The kitchen is good sized & the dining room table has a large leaf, so we were able to roast a turkey with many side dishes & host another couple to a great Christmas dinner.

Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Downtown Iowa City - Brand New Luxury Stay

Downtown Iowa City - Brand New Luxury Stay

Iowa City IA
Stay at this vacation home in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and Iowa City Public ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
This property was wonderful. Very convenient to the university and amenities. The basement is wonderful and the hose has thought of everything one would need! Thank you!!

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

Downtown Iowa City - Brand New Luxury Stay
Luxurious Condo in Heart of Downtown Iowa City

Luxurious Condo in Heart of Downtown Iowa City

Iowa City IA
Stay at this condo in Iowa City. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Lovely modern condo- great location. Host was immediately responsive when we initially could not figure out the elevator!

Reviewed on 29 November 2025

Luxurious Condo in Heart of Downtown Iowa City
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

The Old Iowa Capitol

University of Iowa

4.5/5(553 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Iowa, during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Iowa
U of iowa

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics

4.5/5(175 reviews)

Though University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Iowa City while you are here.

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Old Capitol Museum which includes a city, an administrative buidling and a park

Old Capitol Museum

4.5/5(40 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Old Capitol Museum during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Old Capitol Museum
The old Capitol Building and museum in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.

Iowa Old Capitol Building

You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a trip to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Iowa Old Capitol Building
Iowa Museum of Natural History featuring interior views

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

You can spend time studying the exhibits at University of Iowa Museum of Natural History during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Kinnick Stadium

4.5/5(136 reviews)

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

Kinnick Stadium

Reviews of Iowa City

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
181
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
154
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
25
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city to visit for business and leisure. Beautiful with lots of activities for all types of hobbies.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Will go back under better circumstances

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Really impressed with the food and the location of the Graduate. Will definitely return

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visit Dandy Lion cafe....delish!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would like to thank Phyllis, the manager for her prompt response when we needed it, Sam for making great oatmeal, the housekeeping staff (Rosemary) and the front desk staff for making our stay very comfortable

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful City