Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from University of Iowa

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast served
Lobby
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • University of Iowa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Kinnick Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Room options

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City places you next to University of Iowa and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. This 234-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.1 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 - 1.0 mile
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yotopia Frozen Yogurt - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness center, steps from University of Iowa
At Graduate by Hilton Iowa City, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Self parking is offered for USD 20 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, a terrace, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Frette Italian sheets ensure a restful night. Other amenities include safes, ironing boards, and desks.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)

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 crib
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.

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
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Graduate Iowa City IA
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City on May 1, 2025 start from $118.44, 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 Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Iowa City, just steps from Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater, and within a short walk of Iowa Old Capitol Building. You'll also find University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Old Capitol Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 20 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Graduate by Hilton Iowa City feature a casino at the property?

No, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Graduate by Hilton Iowa City a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a restaurant and a restaurant bar.

Are there hot tubs at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Graduate by Hilton Iowa City have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City serves breakfast for a surcharge at Poindexter Coffee.

Will Graduate by Hilton Iowa City allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

The closest major airport to Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), which is 23.4 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City?

No, at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Graduate by Hilton Iowa City have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City if that's in your vacation plans.

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1093 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stergios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Closest hotel to the downtown area, park your car and go.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

IC roadtrip.

Wonderful and congenial greeting at checkin. Room was great: quiet, clean, comfortable. We even loved the artwork.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun hotel with interesting history.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe , very close to the venues I was going to walking distance to all places ! Very nice and good costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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

Fun stay

Great location downtown Iowa city with lots of fun character specific to University of Iowa!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay! So adorable and staff were awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mitchel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Theme (if it even has one) is odd. A bit too try hard, but the staff were lovely and helpful and it’s a great location in Iowa City.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Diane, Moline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet is very low and difficult to use for that reason especially for older adults.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shawna

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay.. like coffee shop in morning
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ron

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and they validated parking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

Overall great stay.

This hotel is very welcoming and eclectic. The staff is very friendly. The attached restaurant and bar was wonderful. Only complaint I’d have is the condition of the shower/tub. Our tub had peeled ceramic and rust spots which gave it a less clean feeling. Hopefully when it time for improvement replacing those are the 1st on the list. The beds were very comfortable and the room was decorated adorably with the refreshed antique look.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extremely friendly staff. gives you full sized bottles of water at no cost and extended our checkout time at the asking. Romm very clean and restaurant and nice coffee shop right there. Only negatives which were all minor in nature were no fan in bathroom so mirrors fogged up after shower, ceiling light in bathroom out but not replaced so maybe not work and no clock in our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024