Hotels in Iowa City
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 25 of 48, and 9 of them are within a mile of the centre. Below are the closest properties to the middle of Iowa City, nearest first, plus what is near each venue in the city — because if you are here for one event, distance from that building matters more than distance from downtown.
What the hotels in Iowa City are like
Before the list, the shape of it. These figures cover every property the search found within about five miles of the middle of Iowa City — not just the 18 shown below, which are simply the closest.
| Measure | Iowa City | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| Properties found | 48 | Everything listed within about five miles of the centre. The 18 nearest are shown below. |
| Star mix | 1 × 5★, 9 × 4★, 25 × 3★, 7 × 2★ | 3-star is the largest band here. |
| Average guest score | 8.3/10 | Across the 38 rated properties. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Within a mile of the centre | 9 of 48 | The rest are a drive or a transit ride. |
| Closest property | Under 0.3 mi | From the city’s centre point, in a straight line. |
Hotels in Iowa City, closest to the centre first
Pick your dates to price these for the nights you actually want. Nothing is quoted until you do, because a nightly rate for the wrong dates is worse than no rate at all.
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Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
404 East College Street, Iowa City
Luxurious Stay at Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Modern Comforts: Hotel Chauncey Iowa City offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs…
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Hotelvetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
201 S Linn St, Iowa City
Modern Rooms and Amenities Hotelvetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection By Hilton boasts modern rooms with full kitchens, oversized bathrooms, free WiFi, and flat-screen cable TVs, e…
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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City
Convenient Location on University Campus Located just 5 minutes from Carver Hawkeye Arena on the University of Iowa campus, our hotel offers the perfect blend of convenience and c…
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Element by Marriott Iowa City
314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City
Modern Amenities and Convenient Facilities Element Iowa City offers a range of modern amenities including free bikes, fitness center, and a shared lounge, making your stay comfort…
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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
255 E Court St, Iowa City
Modern Accommodations Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown, located just 1.7 km from Kinnick Stadium, offers a contemporary stay with a fitness centre, indoor pool, and free WiFi. The g…
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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
328 S Clinton St, Iowa City
Luxurious Accommodation Located just 1.5 km from Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The hot…
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Iowa House Hotel
125 N. Madison Street, Iowa City
Fitness Center and Terrace Stay active and enjoy the fitness center, or relax and take in the view from the terrace. Dining Options and Breakfast Indulge in delicious meals at the…
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Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
4 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City
Luxurious Amenities Indulge in the on-site indoor pool and enjoy free Wi-Fi and a 50-inch flat-screen TV in every room. Convenient Facilities Stay hassle-free with a microwave, fr…
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Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City
Modern Amenities and Convenient Location Experience comfort and convenience at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, located just 600 meters from Kinnick Stadium. En…
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Eclectic Iowa City Cottage w/ Fire Pit!
610 4th Ave, Iowa City
Amenities and Features Smoke-free cottage with complimentary nearby parking and playground Air-conditioned with a kitchen including an oven and stovetop Microwave and ceiling fan …
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Heartland Inn Coralville
87 2nd St, Coralville
Convenient Location and Comfortable Rooms Located next to the University of Iowa and a short drive from Iowa City, Heartland Inn Coralville offers cozy rooms with convenient ameni…
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Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
2216 N Dodge St, Iowa City
Indulge in Comfort and Convenience Relax by the Pool and Stay Connected: Enjoy the indoor pool and stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel. Each room offers a cozy seat…
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Hyatt Regency Coralville
300 E 9th St, Coralville
Luxurious Accommodations Experience comfort and style at Hyatt Regency Coralville with spacious rooms featuring 55-inch Smart TVs and free WiFi. Relax in white linen beds and marb…
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Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
611 1st Ave, Coralville
Convenient Location Situated just 3 miles from downtown Iowa City, our hotel is a mere 5-minute drive to popular attractions like the Iowa Children’s Museum and the Hancher Audito…
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Staybridge Suites - Iowa City - Coralville by IHG
801 E 2nd Ave, Coralville
Convenient Location near Kinnick Stadium Staybridge Suites - Iowa City - Coralville, an IHG Hotel is ideally situated just 3.6 km from the renowned Kinnick Stadium, making it a pe…
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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
200 6th Street, Coralville
Luxurious Accommodations Experience comfort and convenience at SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City. Our 4-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi…
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
921 E 2nd Ave, Coralville
Convenient Location Located just 3 miles from The University of Iowa, Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville offers easy access to the campus and nearby attractions. Comfortable Acc…
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Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
815 1st Ave., Coralville
Luxurious Accommodations Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville offers elegantly designed rooms with modern amenities, including free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Each room features…
Staying near a specific Iowa City venue
This is usually the better question. The hotels above are measured from the middle of Iowa City, which is only the right anchor if the city itself is the trip. If you are coming for one event, what matters is how far you are from that building at 11pm — and in most cities the centre and the venue are not the same place.
Each page below runs its own search from that venue’s own coordinates and sorts by real straight-line distance from the doors, with a plain note on every card saying whether that is a walk, a long walk or a drive.
- Hotels near Kinnick Stadium
- Hotels near Carver Hawkeye Arena
- Hotels near Englert Theatre
- Hotels near First Avenue Club - IA
Venues in Iowa City
The buildings people book these rooms for. Each links to its schedule and tickets.
- Kinnick Stadium
- Carver Hawkeye Arena
- Hancher Auditorium - Strauss Hall
- U Of I Ballroom
- Iowa Memorial Union Main Lounge
- Englert Theatre
- The Picador
- Field House at University Of Iowa
- First Avenue Club - IA
- Recreation Building at University Of Iowa
- The Mill - Iowa City
- Iowa City Yacht Club
What is on in Iowa City
The reason most people book a room here. Every date links to live tickets and a seat map.
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Add-ons, not event tickets
Parking, tailgates and passes 1
These are add-on products rather than admission to the event itself, so they are listed separately and are not counted among the upcoming dates above.
How to read these listings
Every card carries the same facts in the same order, so two properties can be compared at a glance rather than read as marketing copy.
- Distance is straight-line, not walking. We know where the property is and where the centre is; we do not know the streets in between. That is why each card also says walkable, long walk or drive, and why those labels are deliberately conservative.
- Guest scores are our accommodation partner’s, not ours. StubOrder does not review hotels. Where a score appears it is theirs, with the review count beside it so you can judge how much weight it carries.
- The rate is the lowest available for the stay you asked for, for two adults, and it moves constantly. Treat it as a comparison between properties rather than a quote.
- Nothing here is paid placement. The order is distance from the centre, full stop. No property pays to appear or to rank.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are no prices shown until I pick dates?
Because a nightly rate only means anything for a specific stay, and asking for one costs a live request. Pick your dates and every property above is priced for exactly those nights, for two adults.
How close are these hotels to the Iowa City venues?
The hotels on this page are measured from the middle of Iowa City. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own page - each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Is it cheaper to stay near the venue or in the centre?
It depends on the city and the night. Near a stadium on an event night is usually the expensive option; the centre is usually better value but adds a journey. Both pages exist so you can compare them rather than guess.
What kind of hotels are there in Iowa City?
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 25 of 48, and 9 of them are within a mile of the centre. They average 8.3/10 in guest scores from our accommodation partner.
Does StubOrder sell hotels and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and rooms from our accommodation partner, as two separate bookings with separate confirmations.
