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3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!

3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!
2.0 star property
Tiffin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Greg was very accomodating and fixed it right away - we had a glitch with the code to get in - he fixed it right away. Great stay and will stay there again. Thank you Greg!!"
United States
joan p.
The price is €272
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!

G’s Home Away From Home

G’s Home Away From Home
Iowa City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"A very comfortable house in a lovely neighborhood "
United States
Lori F.
The price is €259
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
G’s Home Away From Home

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Twain
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Hospitality and communications with the owners was wonderful. The beds were super comfy. The back porch was lovely and peaceful. "
United States
Susan H.
The price is €249
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home
3.0 star property
University Heights
The price is €508
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

Steps from Kinnick, Carver & University of Iowa Hospital --- NEW LISTING ---

Steps from Kinnick, Carver & University of Iowa Hospital --- NEW LISTING ---
Iowa City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"This place is so clean and relaxing. Would highly recommend! We had some bad weather so it was so nice to be able to put the cars in the garage. When we lost power the host was great on responding. Would highly recommend staying!"
United States
Stephanie C.
The price is €492
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Steps from Kinnick, Carver & University of Iowa Hospital --- NEW LISTING ---

Mr. Swanky Mid Modern Century /5 Decks/190" 4K Screen

Mr. Swanky Mid Modern Century /5 Decks/190" 4K Screen
Lincoln
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Fun, quiet, convenient, clean place to stay."
United States
Kay B.
The price is €625
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Mr. Swanky Mid Modern Century /5 Decks/190" 4K Screen

NEW! Iowa City 4BR Backyard Walk to Stadium

NEW! Iowa City 4BR Backyard Walk to Stadium
University Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great location, cute retro-decorated ranch with spacious upstairs and additional space in finished basement. A well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, plenty of plush towels. Clear and timely instructions for access, etc Would stay here again! "
United States
Michelle H.
NEW! Iowa City 4BR Backyard Walk to Stadium

Spacious 28x80 Doublewide Home

Spacious 28x80 Doublewide Home
2.0 star property
Iowa City
3.0 out of 10, (8)
"Super easy to get to after a football game and plenty of space for our group!"
United States
Brant M.
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Spacious 28x80 Doublewide Home

Charming 2bed, 1.5bath home with fire pit, near trails, dining, and key landmark

Charming 2bed, 1.5bath home with fire pit, near trails, dining, and key landmark
North Liberty
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Clean, quiet and convenient location. Worked out perfect to visit my family in North Liberty."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Charming 2bed, 1.5bath home with fire pit, near trails, dining, and key landmark

Kadia’s Place-The One With The Private Backyard

Kadia’s Place-The One With The Private Backyard
Southwest Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Clean with easy access to restaurants. Beds were very comfortable with a quiet neighborhood. "
United States
Christine D.
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kadia’s Place-The One With The Private Backyard

Country Club Cottages - 1703

Country Club Cottages - 1703
2.0 star property
Washington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Love staying here when we visit South East Iowa!"
United States
Andrea B.
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Country Club Cottages - 1703

Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA

Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA
Southwest Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Staying there was lovely. Very clean and the decor was cozy. "
United States
Jeanne S.
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA

Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade

Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
Cedar Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"We stayed following a business party. It was perfect. Very clean and decorated nicely. We enjoyed the porch. Loved the coffee. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉
Wellman
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Very friendly host"
United States
Alex B.
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb 2026
The Iowa Auntie’s 👩🏼‍🌾Quirky Little Shanty. Better than staying with family! 😉

Kadia’s Place-The One Bedroom

Kadia’s Place-The One Bedroom
2.0 star property
Cedar Rapids
Kadia’s Place-The One Bedroom

Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC

Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC
Cedar Rapids
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"We really wanted to like this place but the second we walked in, we knew there was going to be issues. There were several spots in the floor that were extremely soft and my 6’5” husband was afraid to walk on them, so he didn’t. There was an ac unit still in the window and it is winter time. That should have been taken out as it provides zero heat and allows more cold to come in. The kitchen was not stocked at all, no knives or can opener or other things you would need for everyday living. They...
United States
Brittany H.
Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC

Art Pennington 4-bedroom house with WiFi in Cedar Rapids NewBo / Czech Village

Art Pennington 4-bedroom house with WiFi in Cedar Rapids NewBo / Czech Village
Cedar Rapids
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Nice place"
United States
David S.
The price is €250
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Art Pennington 4-bedroom house with WiFi in Cedar Rapids NewBo / Czech Village

Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown

Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown
Cedar Rapids
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Great place to stay! Very clean and stocked with everything needed. We were in town for a baseball tournament. This place was perfect for us! "
United States
Annie C.
The price is €257
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown

Charming 1-bedroom house the Live Well Nook with WiFi in Cedar Rapids

Charming 1-bedroom house the Live Well Nook with WiFi in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Nice cute house on a quiet road."
United States
Cheri F.
Charming 1-bedroom house the Live Well Nook with WiFi in Cedar Rapids
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Everything you need to know about Iowa City holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Iowa City holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, apart-hotels, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Iowa City holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

Iowa City holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Iowa City. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A Iowa City holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of Iowa City holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as €237 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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At Expedia, we put the best Iowa City holiday rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia. 

To find some top Iowa City rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream Iowa City holiday.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there holiday rentals in Iowa City?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Iowa City close to University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists who visit Iowa City speak highly of the university campus and array of shops. While you're in the area, you can also enjoy the top-notch restaurants and live music.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Iowa City has to offer?

Charming Manville Heights Cottage Retreat 3 Bedroom Home: This highly rated holiday home rental in Iowa City is equipped with a private garden, laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel comfortable during your stay. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, an oven and a coffee maker. Other favourite homes for rent in Iowa City are New Modern Townhome With Rooftop Patio 2 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning and Modern Townhome Retreat In Prime Location 3 Bedroom Townhouse.

How many holiday rentals are there in Iowa City?

Expedia has 48 holiday rentals for your stay in Iowa City.

What can I see and do in Iowa City?

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are a couple of the family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include The Englert Theater and Old Capitol Museum. While here, Iowa City Public Library and Iowa Old Capitol Building are other places worth a visit.

What are holiday rentals like in Iowa City?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Iowa City. Holiday rentals offer extras such as patios, hot tubs and fire pits to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, holiday rentals can provide a sense of safety away from shared hotel lifts and busy lobbies while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great option for a family getaway.