Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Pet-friendly hotel with free airport shuttle connected to the convention center in Waterloo

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Room service
Parking available
Bar

Explore the area

205 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701

Place, Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Young Arena
‪6 min walk‬
Place, John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum
‪14 min walk‬
Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
‪8 min drive‬

Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.

Expect exceptional service
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Waterloo

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls places you next to Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and Waterloo Convention Center. This 171-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Waterloo, the hotel is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Cedar River and Waterloo Center for the Arts.

What's nearby

Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Waterloo Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Young Arena - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Lost Island Waterpark - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪SingleSpeed Brewing Co. - ‬4 min walk
‪Carpenter’s Diner - ‬2 min walk
‪The Brown Bottle - ‬2 min walk
‪D’Leon Taco Rico - ‬7 min walk
‪American Legion - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Pet-friendly hotel with free airport shuttle connected to the convention center in Waterloo

At Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, self parking is USD 5 per night, or you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle during limited hours. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Pool
Hot Tub
Free WiFi
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$92 nightly

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Covered self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Ari'z

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Gym
Indoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Children's games
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

In a nature reserve
Pool loungers

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

1 building
10 floors
Banquet hall
Renovated entire property - July 2020
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room service

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Certain rooms only
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Covered self parking fee: USD 5 per night
Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Pet fee: USD 25 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 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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

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
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). 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. Cash is not accepted.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
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 cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ramada Hotel Waterloo

Ramada Waterloo

Ramada Waterloo Hotel

Waterloo Ramada

Ramada Inn Waterloo Hotel Waterloo

Ramada Wyndham Waterloo Hotel

Ramada Wyndham Waterloo

Ramada Waterloo Hotel Convention Center

Ramada by Wyndham Waterloo Hotel Convention Center

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Located steps from Cedar River, this hotel is in Waterloo, and within a 10-minute walk of Waterloo Center for the Arts and Young Arena. You'll also find John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum and Grout Museum of History less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls on Nov 2, 2025 start from $80.96, 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.

Will I be able to park at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 5 per night. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Ari'z.

Will Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of USD 100.00 per stay is collected.

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls is Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional), which is 6 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls.

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Traveled with family

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Business traveler

Jul 16, 2025

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

Very nice

This was part of a longer trip and it did not disappoint. Comfortable, clean, and quiet.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family

Jul 13, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Jul 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with group

Jun 30, 2025

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

I will probably be back. It's a nice place and the staff was great. But, they no longer offer the airport shuttle ( which was the main reason I selected this hotel for my stay in Waterloo) that caused some stress but, thankfully I was able to work out another mide of transportation.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Jun 25, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laurena

Traveled with group

Jun 23, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Traveled with partner

Jun 20, 2025

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

Very helpful

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Traveled with family

Jun 16, 2025

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

staff was very helpful. Do not reserve via expedia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice. Comvenient location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Jun 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DCarla

May 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tameraa

Business traveler, Traveled with family

May 28, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The coaches were very old and looked very old not comfortable at all the room wasn’t as clean I will not recommend

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family

May 28, 2025

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

The hotel was very nice and the staff was excellent. The hotel invoice was $50 less than what Expedia charged me. Contacted Expedia and was told I was SOL Room rate dropped but they wouldn’t honor the new price. Very disappointing!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

May 20, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family

May 18, 2025

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

Was great. Kids had a blast at the pool. Very clean overall. Nice hotel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with partner

May 18, 2025

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

Nice

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

C

Traveled with family

May 16, 2025

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

Nice and clean hotel. Food and drink in the building restaurant. Not much around the property, but the Waterloo Public Library and Art Center are in walking distance.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with group

May 13, 2025

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

The staff was courteous and helpful, the property was well kept and the atmosphere was relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

May 13, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with group

May 5, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nils J, Monona

May 5, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Apr 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

It was not so good. I’ve stayed many times but not too happy. I didn’t have access to get into my room and had to keep going to the desk about my keys not working. It was frustrating because I had plans and it slowed me down a lot.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025