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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May

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255 E Court St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Roll-in shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Accessible (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, Tub)

Room, Accessible (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Tub)

Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Iowa City

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown places you in the centre of Iowa City, within just a 5-minute stroll of University of Iowa and within 20 minutes of University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The café, 24/7 Gallery Menu, is open for lunch and dinner. Coffee to Cocktails Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown hotel include Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Englert Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Poindexter Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joseph's Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and a front desk safe are also featured at the business-friendly Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Iowa City hotel is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers 151 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 24/7 Gallery Menu
  • Coffee to Cocktails Bar
  • Gallery Kitchen Breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

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 (173 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Hotel
Hyatt Place Iowa City Hotel
Hyatt Place
Hyatt Iowa City Iowa City
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Hotel
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Iowa City
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown on 7 May 2026 start from AU$140, 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 Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yep, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a pool?

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6 AM to 10 PM.

What makes Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! It's the ideal spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

No, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

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

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1059 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1466 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shevelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above, also the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, nice staff, good breakfast. Shower gel was out. Coffee in room not as good as in breakfast room. Preferred actual actual
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wenshi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juliann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, very spacious, and had beautiful windows for light. Parking was easy enough. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the larger rooms and convenience. Good breakfast and fitness center
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good room, breakfast, locat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous. Great directions to parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

george

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hyatt Place was an excellent place to stay near downtown Iowa City. Close to the court house, as well as all the bars and restaurants. Five minute walk to pedestrian mall. Hotel is super clean with a nice bar and work out area & pool. It was a great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk staff was friendly and very helpful. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. Would stay again. Parking was a little confusing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

amy, Cottage Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice, relaxing stay. The temperature in the room was a little hard to adjust—the large windows on a frigid day made the room chilly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kellye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room, lots of space and a beautiful view! Everyone was super helpful. Short little walk to downtown and UI campus. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ROCHELLE, DES PLAINES

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026