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The Black Hawk Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A historic hotel with a classic brick facade, multiple storefronts including a bar and a barber shop, and a fire escape on the right.
A kitchen with dark cabinetry, granite countertops, and a built-in dishwasher.
A hallway with a 'Mill Race' sign, a bookshelf, and two brown leather chairs.
A group of people sitting at a table with chairs on a sidewalk in an urban setting.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Explore the area

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115 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
  • Place, Cedar Falls Community Main Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Falls Community Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a desk.

King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

A room with two beds, a brick wall, a window, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

A neatly made bed with a white lace bedspread and a floral-patterned skirt, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a door with a 'BH' monogram.

Executive King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Queen, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

A narrow hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a patterned carpet.

Executive Double Queen, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Suite

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view.

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cedar Falls

The Black Hawk Hotel places you steps from Cedar Falls Community Main Street and within a 20-minute stroll of Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast and a bar/lounge. .Bar Winslow is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Cedar Falls hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from University of Northern Iowa and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cedar Falls Community Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ice House Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Woods Lake Recreation Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Northern Iowa - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Toad American Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Pie - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Black Hawk Hotel

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at The Black Hawk Hotel.

This 3.5-star Cedar Falls hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1853
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
The Black Hawk Hotel offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Cedar Falls hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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

  • Free offsite parking within 15 metres
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Winslow

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Black Hawk Hotel Cedar Falls Iowa
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Black Hawk Hotel?

The Black Hawk Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Hawk Hotel?

As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Hawk Hotel on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$192, 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.

Does The Black Hawk Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Black Hawk Hotel?

No, The Black Hawk Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Black Hawk Hotel?

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

The Black Hawk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 936 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 936 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 936 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 936 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 936 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I loved this historical hotel, the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff! My husband and I have stayed here several times and have never been disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location for walking to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful historic property. One of my favorite hotels anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful and well curated hotel, yet still accessible and comfortable. The one minor inconvenience was parking, but we found spots within a block of the hotel. Lots going on in this area, we walked to dinner both nights and ate well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Gorgeous historic hotel. We only stayed one night so we didn’t get a full feel for the hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Such a charming and comfortable place, beautifully located to enjoy the downtown historic area. A real winner of a historic inn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Black Hawk Hotel! The staff was friendly and helpful and the room was spacious and clean. The location was excellent as, allowing us to walk to great restaurants, shops, and bars. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel,loved my room and the atmosphere of the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic experience! I have stayed here several times when in town for business. Always enjoy the unique experience this place offers. Friendly staff clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our room was great as usual and we enjoyed the craft cocktail at the bar. Continental breakfast with pastries from the bakery next door was irresistible! We will continue to make the Black Hawk Hotel our home away from home whenever we come to Cedar Falls.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of downtown. Walk to restaurants, bars and the river. A must not miss stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The quietness was a treasure. Location is great, can walk all over town and adjacent neighborhoods.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful old hotel with old fashioned features and great staff. Perfect location in heart of restaurants, bars, shops in Cedar Falls. Very safe area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely historical property with great updates in the right places and antique features to make it an experience. The staff is helpful and friendly, the room was tidy and nicely cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Cool old hotel with lots of ambiance. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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clean, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay. Close to everything you want or need, very clean and the hotel workers are very polite and courteous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing - especially Kay. They were extremely helpful. The hotel is dated but has a rich history. I enjoyed taking a step back in time. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This place was wonderful! We stayed two nights and loved it. The breakfast is pretty basic and there is no parking on-site which makes loading and unloading a bit difficult. But great location and cool building. The bar is fun as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay at Black Hawk. The staff was very accommodating and the space was like stepping back in time. Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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very interesting old hotel that is well kept up. excellent large room with fridge and tub with jets. only issue breakfast which was just a big cinnamon roll with coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Comfy beds and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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