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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3.0 star property
Travelers find comfort and convenience at this downtown Iowa City hotel, where an inviting pool and fitness center keep energy levels high near Kinnick Stadium

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Located in Iowa City's shopping district, Hyatt Place Downtown offers a breakfast buffet, 24/7 restaurant, and coffee shop. Enjoy the indoor pool and round-the-clock gym. Guests love the central location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Roll-in shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Accessible (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Downtown, a neighborhood in Iowa City with great shopping, is home to Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown. Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Clear Creek Greenbelt and Coralville Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinnick Stadium or Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Iowa City travel guide
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255 E Court St, Iowa City, IA, 52240

What's nearby

  • The Old Iowa Capitol
    University of Iowa
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Capitol Museum
    Old Capitol Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa City Public Library
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Englert Theater
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • The Encounter Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Poindexter Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Joseph's Steakhouse
    5 min walk
  • Brothers Bar & Grill
    5 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hotel near University of Iowa
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown. The on-site restaurant, 24/7 Gallery Menu, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Wedding services, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 151 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 24/7 Gallery Menu
  • Coffee to Cocktails Bar
  • Gallery Kitchen Breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (68 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hyatt Place Iowa City Hotel
Hyatt Place
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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Hotel
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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6 AM–10 PM.

Is Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1060 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1467 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

eduardo

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Very nice hotel and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

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Great hotel! Nice breakfast included
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

GINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great short stay. Staff was very helpful. Easy check in and check out. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

S Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a busy weekend, but the accommodations were quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

larry

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Great location, friendly staff large rooms and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

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Clean, friendly staff, super-convenient location, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Good room, breakfast, locat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

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Great staff, lovely room and lots to do around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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Very clean rooms and the staff was extremely friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory Paul

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Clean and nice room, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were wonderful, room very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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Clean room. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mirjana

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The room was clean, breakfast was excellent, and the hotel is at he great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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The hotel was clean and in a good place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean place overall. Awesome that breakfast is included. I got full off bacon and eggs. Parking is an extra $15 and no swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
floor was quiet, parking garage was heated, easy access to all areas and good food options at the continental breakfast buffet!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrea

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Friendly staff and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Izick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous. Great directions to parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Callie

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Clean and comfortable room, great location, and kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely friendly staff, gorgeous rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. We had a hiccup with the original room but they took care of the problem quickly and professionally. The front desk attendant also gave us a fantastic suggestion on where to have dinner. It was next door and the place was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juliann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, very spacious, and had beautiful windows for light. Parking was easy enough. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area and helpful staff members!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025