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Our top choices for University Heights 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, (507 reviews)
"Had one of the best experiences , very happy with my over all stay. thank you"
United States
anthony
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
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.

2. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 star property
Miller Orchard, 1.8 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Na to"
United States
Tamara
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

3. Heartland Inn

Heartland Inn
2.0 star property
1.6 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,334 reviews)
"Very clean hotel with an overall good experience"
United States
Gene
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Heartland Inn
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

4. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown, 2.2 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,686 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Rachel
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

5. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
3.0 star property
2.9 km from University Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,633 reviews)
"great place, great location!"
United States
Rubi
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3.0 star property
Downtown, 2.1 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (996 reviews)
"It was all great"
United States
lori
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

7. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Element by Marriott Iowa City
3.0 star property
Downtown, 2.1 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (487 reviews)
"Great hotel! Loved the breakfast."
United States
Andrew
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Element by Marriott Iowa City
A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

8. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4.0 star property
Downtown, 2.2 km from University Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,058 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
William
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

9. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
2.5 star property
2.5 km from University Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,054 reviews)
"Great room. Property was clean and staff was very friendly."
United States
Amy
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining area, and a TV.

10. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
3.0 star property
2.9 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"Very nice and clean property."
United States
Beata
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a sun motif. The building has a modern design with brick and stone accents, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
3.0 star property
5.7 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy check in and out, clean and organized!! Great breakfast!!"
United States
Julie
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
2.5 star property
6.5 km from University Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,164 reviews)
"nice, clean, well located place to stay."
United States
Chuck
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Coralville, IA
Restaurant

13. Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG

Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
3.0 star property
3.7 km from University Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (177 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Tyler
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Coralville Iowa City by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
4.0 star property
2.9 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean well maintained. Friendly staff. Amazing food."
United States
John
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
3.0 star property
3.1 km from University Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"
United States
KIMBERLY
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A spacious breakfast area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
2.0 star property
2.6 km from University Heights
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good staff and great location for an Iowa football game."
United States
Ben
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
2.5 star property
3 km from University Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Was clean room and a reasonable price"
United States
Howard
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing
A breakfast buffet with cereal, fruits, and pastries.

18. MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City

MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City
2.5 star property
6.1 km from University Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (598 reviews)
"Halfway to our destination, sad they only have breakfast on weekends."
United States
Clinton
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
MainStay Suites Coralville - Iowa City
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows.

19. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
2.5 star property
4.9 km from University Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Shawna
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Suites Coralville I-80
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed area with a view of the city.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
2.0 star property
5.6 km from University Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Mexican Restaurant right next door and the property inside was clean."
United States
Gainet
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City
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Compare top hotels in University Heights

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

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

3.0 star property
University Heights
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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.

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

2.5 star property
Miller Orchard, 1.8 km from University Heights
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A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

Heartland Inn

2.0 star property
1.6 km from University Heights
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A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown, 2.2 km from University Heights
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A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

3.0 star property
2.9 km from University Heights
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9.6
Exceptional
507 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,334 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,686 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
1,633 reviews
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in University Heights

Find the best University Heights areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

A plate with a rolled omelette and hash browns, and a mug labeled "Hamburger Inn No. 2 Iowa City, Iowa".
Photo by Dave Kennedy
Open Photo by Dave Kennedy

Mann

While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History.

A cityscape with a river, bridges, and modern buildings during sunset.

Weber

While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Redbird Farms Wildlife Area and Frytown Conservation Area.

A river with a bridge, a historic building with a tower, and modern skyscrapers.

Twain

While there might not be top attractions in Twain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

Manville Heights

While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.

Top University Heights Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

10/10 Excellent
"Great location with a friendly, helpful staff."
Bruce 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in University Heights?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Iowa City's University Heights neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in University Heights?
Based on our traveller data, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is one of the top choices for your stay in University Heights. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from University of Iowa, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include 5 minute walk to Kinnick Stadium! Perfect GAMEDAY stay! Spacious 4-bedroom house and 3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital.
How many hotels will I be able to find in University Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Iowa City, choose from one of Expedia's 13 hotels and other accommodation options in University Heights.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in University Heights.
What is there to do around this Iowa City neighbourhood?
Finkbine Golf Course, Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena are just a few of the places to visit in and around University Heights. While you're out sightseeing in Iowa City, make sure that you visit other sights such as Stanley Museum of Art or Old Capitol Museum.

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