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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
Sports facility
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Iowa City

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University places you steps from University of Iowa and within a 15-minute stroll of University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Garden Grille, is open for breakfast and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown hotel include The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Englert Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 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

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poindexter Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hotel with bars, steps from University of Iowa
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2700 square feet (251 square metres) and includes conference space. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Iowa City hotel.

  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 2700 sq ft of conference space
  • 251 sq. m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers 143 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Pet-friendly
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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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.
  • 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.

  • 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

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, 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, debit cards and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • 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
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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University on 22 Feb 2026 start from AU$171.18, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Yep, Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University is a hit with families.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is offered weekdays from 6 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

No, Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 854 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 854 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 854 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 854 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 854 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on campus. Clean modern hotel. Easy parking access. Good size room with comfy seating area. Great shower pressure. Coffee in the lobby. It’s a very convenient comfy hotel. And it’s a bonus that Vue restaurant is on the rooftop!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless. Staff very friendl.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was the only real plus for my stay other than the location. when I unfolded the hide abed there was things under the mattress , the hide a bed was like sleeping on a trampoline, every movement felt like I was going to bounce off and onto the floor, We could not turn off the heater/ac, it ran all night blowing on me. it was heat one moment, cool the next...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

susel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne

Disliked: Staff & service
We booked our stay months ago. We arrived at check in to discover the hotel canceled our reservation- did not contact hotels .com about this- or us. The manager and general Manager blamed using a third party as part of problem. This was parents weekend which we drove 3.5 hours to get to. This caused us to spend way more for two separate hotels and miss going out with our son. The entire reason for going to parents weekend. The manager never apologized and even lied to us saying they called us and left us a message several times. He was incredibly rude to my wife and I. He should be fired. We know what happen, they wanted to sell our room for more than we paid. Our reservation stated we would pay when we arrived. We had stay at this hotel a couple of times and they had never tried to charge our credit card. The credit card had an updated exploration and that is why it didn't work. No one called us, not the hotel or hotels.com. We are extremely upset and feel the hotel should fire the general manager and compensate us for hotel rooms. We booked with the choice of pay at the property- something we have never had a problem with before. We will
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here in the future. Room was nicely decorated and clean. Staff was helpful and pleasant. The breakfast was great. The location is perfect for University campus visits...walking distance. Parking garage was safe, convenient, and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gazima

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Mazzeffi

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

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025