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Our top choices for Iowa City family-friendly hotels

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
3.0 star property
University Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (513 reviews)
"NEXT TO THE IOWA CITY HOSPITAL SO IT WAS GREAT FOR US REALLY CLEAN AND CONVINIENT"
United States
Jose
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hilton Garden Inn' sign.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was all great"
United States
lori
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

3. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,701 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Rachel
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

4. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (489 reviews)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast."
United States
Andrew
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Element by Marriott Iowa City
A cozy room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a bookshelf.

5. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,061 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
William
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

6. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,355 reviews)
"Clean room, nice area, ok breakfast. Would stay here again."
United States
Russ
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Heartland Inn
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs around the pool.

7. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 star property
Miller Orchard
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable and the staff was amazing. Good breakfast also."
United States
Mary
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

8. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,647 reviews)
"The room was clean, breakfast was also good and very conveniently located."
Canada
Peter
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
2.5 star property
Coralville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were great. We loved the proximity to shops and the highway. Will definitely stay here again when in the area"
United States
Sheila
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
chris
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
An outdoor patio with red seating, a grill, and string lights.

11. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (467 reviews)
"Great location. Wonderful hotel & experience. Highly recommend."
United States
Karen
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
3.0 star property
Iowa River Landing
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
2.5 star property
Coralville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,177 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast. The biscuits and gravy were terrific. Best hotel stay I have had in a while."
United States
Dave
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
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14. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Iowa City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"the complimetary breakfast was meager but the hotel super clean and calm, nice staff as well."
Canada
Lalia
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the interior.

15. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
Coralville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (718 reviews)
"I have sta"
United States
erin
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville
A hotel room with a dining area, a coffee station, and a large window.

16. Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville

Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
2.5 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hampton Inn Iowa City/Coralville
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows.

17. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
2.5 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Shawna
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

18. Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG
2.5 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (632 reviews)
"The room was clean and the breakfast was very good"
United States
Debbie
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Coralville by IHG
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a brown armchair, and a round coffee table. There is a fireplace, a reception desk, and a colorful striped rug.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
3.0 star property
Coralville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tania
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Coralville
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

20. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
3.0 star property
Coralville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (180 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel really clean very friendly and helpful staff great breakfast very nice clean rooms"
United States
shane
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Iowa City

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Iowa City

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1701)
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Iowa City

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1701)
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Iowa City Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

10/10 Excellent
"All good"
Kathleen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

What's Iowa City like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Iowa City is a good choice. The entertainment, sporting events and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa), which is located 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Iowa City?
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Iowa City?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Iowa City are January, November, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 23 cm of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Iowa City?
While you are visiting Iowa City, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena.