Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Iowa

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Exterior
Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty) | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes
Indoor pool
Lobby
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
255 E Court St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • University of Iowa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kinnick Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Iowa City

University of Iowa is within a 5-minute walk of Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown while other popular sites like University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics are within a mile (2 km). This 151-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mercy Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yotopia Frozen Yogurt - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Estela's Fresh Mex - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Iowa
Guests of Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 15 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (68 inch 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 at 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown on Jul 31, 2025 start from $91.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do near Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Iowa City, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Iowa City Public Library, The Englert Theater, and Iowa Old Capitol Building. You'll also find Old Capitol Museum and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yes, secured parking is offered for USD 15 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a casino?

No, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6 AM and 10 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown serves free buffet breakfast at 24/7 Gallery Menu.

Will Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

The closest major airport to Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown is Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), which is 24.3 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown if that's in your vacation plans.

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 761 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1082 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to UI
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Penelope

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the nicest hotel i have ever stayed at the staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the parking Garage. The room was spacious and very modern. Felt like i was at a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne, CHAMPLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rylee

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very up-scale hotel within 2 blocks of the downtown area. Room was very nice, clean and comfortable. The only negative aspect was the parking location. The parking spots available for the hotel was two levels down from street level. Lots of turns to get down to the area. Not easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After a long day of traveling, the front desk staff were extremely kind, responsive, and welcoming. 10 out of 10, they were fantastic. Really appreciate their hospitality and helping me feel greeted.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel, great service! right in the heart of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHANIE M

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Unchaperoned kids = little sleep

I've stayed at this hotel a few times but probably won't choose it again in the future. The rooms are great, breakfast is good, the staff are friendly and pleasant, but there are too many unsupervised kids running around in the hallways, or college aged students hanging around outside their rooms and it's NOISY. This weekend there was apparently a youth basketball tournament and I'm not sure why the kids were not chaperoned properly but WOW was it loud late at night. Also, only one elevator was working, so that was also not ideal - had to walk down the stairs from the sixth floor multiple times. Also also - a guest yelled at me because I wouldn't open the stairwell security door for him (I live in a big city! I'm security conscious!). The next night I stayed at a different hotel - so much quieter. The proximity to downtown is good but the guests are horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Broken elevator but comfortable stay

The elevator was broke and we were on the 10th floor. The hotel was full too. So waiting for the one good elevator took forever. The pool was smaller than we thought in the pictures. The breakfest was very good. And staff was friendly though. The Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough place. Worth the money spent. Staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Haozhong

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Iowa City

Hyatt product. Quick overnight stop along the road. Pretty much right in the center of town and the university. All good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callie

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

8/10 Good

Logan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel was amazing however i did not have hot water in my room most of the stay which is my only complaint
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025