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Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

2.5 star property
Hotel in Cedar Falls with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Snack bar
Lobby
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior
Indoor pool
AmericInn by Wyndham Cedar Falls offers a warm breakfast to start your day, an indoor pool for relaxation, and a cozy bar to unwind. Stay productive with a 24-hour business center and gym. Free WiFi and self-parking are also available.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
5818 Nordic Drive, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613

What's nearby

  • University of Northern Iowa - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • College Square Mall - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • UNI-Dome - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 57 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Grizzly Pub

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • In-room safe fee: USD 1.00 per night

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Americinn Cedar Falls
Americinn Hotel Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Americinn
AmericInn Lodge And Suites Cedar Falls Iowa
AmericInn Lodge Cedar Falls
AmericInn Wyndham Cedar Falls Hotel
AmericInn Wyndham Cedar Falls
AmericInn Lodge Suites Cedar Falls
AmericInn by Wyndham Cedar Falls
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls Hotel
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls Cedar Falls
Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls Hotel Cedar Falls

Frequently asked questions

Does Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 250.00 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls located?

Situated in Cedar Falls, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Falls Aquatic Center, College Square Mall, and Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Hearst Center for the Arts and McLeod Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 684 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 684 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 684 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 684 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 684 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very welcomed as soon as I walked in the door. Anna was great. She treated me like an old friend. Can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Disliked: Amenities
Room was ok & pretty basic but we had to go downstairs to get a glass to have at the sink Continental breakfast was lacking Coffee was full of ground & tasted like mud, told the staff & they just shrugged it off There was no water available at the food area either Plus during our stay there was never anyone at the desk
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was what you would expect for a former Americinn. Blah. Bed was hard. Box springs falling apart. Br flooring poor. It was roomy for disabled room. Looked nice enough overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laurilee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was disappointed in the breakfast choices. Expected more choices
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice theme common area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed in breakfast

Breakfast if minimal. Only protein options are cream cheese and hard boiled eggs and PB.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay and reasonable too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed, bed coverings, and pillows were amazingly comfortable. My girls thought so too. A great nights sleep was had by all of us. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable option for a one night stay. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was hoping there would be a hot breakfast, but the updated renovations look excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great quick night stay

Front desk was amazing! Loved her - she made us laugh, totally took care of us. Was pleased to see Friday evening wine service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room. Comfortable bed. No conditioner supplied with shampoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was simple but good. Very clean motel. No coffee in room , but coffee near the desk almost all the time. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's at a very convenient location. You have gas station, shopping, and dining all in the same area. They don't have an elevator, it wasn't an inconvenience for us, but I know it can be for others! Check out time states 12:00pm which is great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean, the room was really nice. At check in and out there was no front desk staff present, unless you rang the phone. Otherwise I would recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome at check in, clean facility and comfortable room. Nice "cabiney" ambiance. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice enough

This was an affordable and adequate hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The accessible room is huge and beautiful. The desk staff is helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice crew checking in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was relaxing, the fireplace was warm. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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