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Element Iowa City

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Lounge
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 343 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 446 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Iowa City

Located in Downtown, Element Iowa City is adjacent to University of Iowa and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. This 90-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Iowa City Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Capitol Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Element Iowa City

Guests of Element Iowa City enjoy features like an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. Self parking is available for USD 15 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a banquet hall.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchenettes, sitting areas, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • 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-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • 1 total (45 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • 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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Element Iowa City Hotel
Element Iowa City Iowa City
Element Iowa City Hotel Iowa City
Element Iowa City a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Element Iowa City?

Element Iowa City offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Element Iowa City?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Element Iowa City on May 10, 2026 start from $134, 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.

What can I see near Element Iowa City?

This hotel is situated in Downtown, 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 Old Capitol Museum and Kinnick Stadium less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Element Iowa City?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 15 per day. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Element Iowa City feature a casino at the property?

No, Element Iowa City doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Element Iowa City?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Element Iowa City?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette as well as an indoor pool and a free daily breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Element Iowa City?

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

Does Element Iowa City have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Element Iowa City offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Element Iowa City allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Element Iowa City for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Element Iowa City?

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

What is the closest airport to Element Iowa City?

The closest major airport to Element Iowa City is Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), which is 24.3 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Element Iowa City?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Element Iowa City.

Element Iowa City Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 445 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was clean but missing several basic items. No breakfast like advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aleczander

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, walking distance to food, we did a family Christmas and Iowa City was the half way mark for the group- only downside was the pool was being worked on, but we could use the pool next door- breakfast was nice to be served but the grill gets really backed up
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

marni

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JaDene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent breakfast options, convenient self-parking, close to downtown area and Univ of Iowa. Rooms were clean and having the extra sitting area worked well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rufus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean overall
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
The shower was extremely slippery! Felt unsafe the entire time I was using it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Keegan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Elko New Market

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hotel! Big rooms, great atmosphere and good location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICKY

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We left the hotel because of bed bugs and didnt even stay. We left and had to find a different hotel late and are very upset. We want a refund!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when going to the football game!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Great staff. Comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful front desk. Very clear explanations. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was lovely but I paid over $650 for a 2 queen bed & 1 sofa bed room (Hotels.com offered it to me and said it was for 6 people) BUT was given a TINY room with only 2 (barely) queen beds. The staff said the tiny room was all they offered so we crammed 2 twin sized cots into the room as we had arrived so late at night and just wanted to sleep. (Definitely not fire safe as you couldn’t open the door with the cots laid down.) The staff said since I booked 3rd party, that was the issue, but also said Marriott globally was to blame for not advertising properly and I am not going to see any kind of compensation or apology for the error because neither Hotels.com or Marriott will take responsibility. While we were all thankful for a place to sleep, paying an outrageous amount of money for a 12’x18’ room for 6 adults was INSANE.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Jamaica Plain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great neighborhood with lots of shops and restaurants. Laundry facilities in hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Clean and spacious Room with business in mind
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hotel! So nice to have a kitchenette in the room. Wonderful location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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