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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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Lobby
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property amenity
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪7 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

  • 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 - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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.

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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at 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.

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls have a hot tub?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

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

Reviews

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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 496 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Misty

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

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with group
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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laurena

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

8/10 Good

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Traveled with family
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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Comvenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DCarla

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tameraa

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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
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

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with family
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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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