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Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free airport shuttle connected to the convention center in Waterloo
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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205 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701
  • Place, Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Young Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬
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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pillow, Micrfg

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Pillow Top Mattress, Microwave And Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-Suite 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Kitchenette, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Pillow, Kitchen, Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Pillow Top Mattress, Microwave and Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Pillow, Micrfg, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pillow, Micrfg

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-Suite Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Kitchenette, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

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Accessible-Suite Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Kitchenette, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

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Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Pillow, Kitchen

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Suite-1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Separate Bedroom, Pillow, Kitchen

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Suite-1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pillow, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2

Accessibility-1 King, Bathtub, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

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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

  • Waterloo Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SingleSpeed Brewing Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Bottle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Karma Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter’s Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Anton's Garden - ‬7 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 luggage storage and securing valuables. 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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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)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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Ramada Wyndham Waterloo Hotel
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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 Phelps Youth Pavilion less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site 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.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls.

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 508 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 508 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 508 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 508 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 508 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy and clean. Excellent breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very tasty; room was nice, clean, and quiet; pet friendly was key and my girlfriend loved the pool. Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

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

Don’t expect to sleep in or relax

First of all when I made the reservation I was paying $300 for a 2 night stay, just by chance I looked closer to my trip and discovered a lower price so I canceled the first reservation and made a new one for a lesser price. When I arrived at the hotel the guy couldn’t find my reservation so I had to give him the information on my phone. He finally found it. We were given a room on the 5th floor. The hotel didn’t seem very crowded. As we were getting ready to go to our family event I wanted some ice for my water. But due to the ice machine being out of order on our floor I had to go down 2 floors to get ice.. which is not a deal breaker, but a slight inconvenience. My big issue came both mornings of my stay at 7am. The family right next to me was extremely loud, kids running and jumping around, crying and yelling. I wasn’t sure if the noise was above me or next to us. But as the morning progressed they became louder. Needless to say after arriving late back to hotel the night before and being in town away from my work I really was excited to sleep in and relax. That didn’t happen. And I guess my biggest issue is this. For a hotel that has 10 floors of room, and only being 1/2 full. (Which I asked the lady at checkout-who by the way didn’t even ask how my stay was—another disappointment) WHY WOULD YOU PUT PEOPLE SO CLOSE TOGETHER?? Space it out. We had trouble the last time we stayed and wanted to give it a try again because it’s close to family, but not again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Rohnda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk women working night shift always on our case. Incorrectly assuming people we're staying in the room even though they were just hanging out in our room. Seemed like they didn't want to work there, getting mad that we were leaving the hotel room after they had just mopped the floor. I suggest they work on their customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Clean rooms and easy parking garage
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was shocked at great price for the prime location downtown attached to the convention center. Downtown was surprisingly clean and safe even when we arrived at 11 pm on a Saturday night. Good job!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stop
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

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

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok but the laundry room is old and inconvenient, and parking is across the street which was inconvenient for luggage transport
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trenton

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

Great Breakfast

Breakfast was one of the best breakfasts I have had at a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

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

10/10 Excellent

terry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, but not much to do in the area as it was connected to the convention center where nothing was going on. Walking distance to Dan Gable Museum. Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. It was nice and quiet until some very loud people moved in next door. We called the front desk and they handled it immediately with no problems after. Good breakfast. Pay parking in parking garage across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joli

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place at great place. We would recommend and stay again. Newly renovated &/or well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

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

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Business traveler
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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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