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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from University of Iowa

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Bar (on property)
Reception
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

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210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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37-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 2 Single Beds (Bunk Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Graduate King Room-Mobility Accessible With Roll In Shower

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4

Graduate King Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Room With 2 Queen Beds-Mobility/Hearing Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Grad King Mobilility

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility&Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Bridal Suite

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City puts you in the heart of Iowa City, steps from University of Iowa and within a 20-minute stroll of University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The coffee shop, Poindexter Coffee, is open for breakfast. 10455 square feet (971 square metres) of event facilities include 10 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown hotel include Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Englert Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from University of Iowa
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Event space at this hotel measures 10455 square feet (971 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly Graduate by Hilton Iowa City. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Iowa City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 234 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 10455 sq ft of conference space
  • 971 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1984
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City offers 234 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Poindexter Coffee
  • Wilder

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 10,455 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sheraton Iowa City
Iowa City Sheraton
Iowa City Sheraton Hotel
Sheraton Hotel Iowa City
Sheraton Iowa City
Sheraton Iowa City Hotel
Graduate Iowa City Hotel
Graduate Iowa City
Graduate Iowa City IA
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Iowa City
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City on 18 Feb 2026 start from AU$156.95, 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 parking available at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Yep, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

What makes Graduate by Hilton Iowa City a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City.

Is Graduate by Hilton Iowa City family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

No, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 729 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1019 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zoryana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean but a lamp was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Clean room, nice and competent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Omaha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, interesting unique whimsicle decor. My favorite Hilton bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jami

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
I love the decor of the Graduate and its proximity to restaurants and campus. The property itself is a little run down and could use more than an esthetic makeover. For instance, the bathroom in our room had a crack on the toilet and a lot of rust on the vanity.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris, Glendale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff!!! This place is so fun! Can't wait to go back! thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Libertyville

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I wasn’t aware that it was pet friendly and I’m allergic to cats and dogs. Unfortunately, my allergies went crazy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay at , staff really helpful and friendly !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

10/10 Excellent

Aaron, Mundelein

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and unique hotel. Walkable to University of Iowa. Lots of restaurants to choose from. If my daughter gets accepted to UI, I will definitely come back to this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Needs a major upgrade. Didn’t clean our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Courteous and professional staff. Answered all my questions and very helpful with my grandson
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025