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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a continental breakfast before heading to UNI-Dome, setting the perfect tone for exploring the university area

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo is near the University of Northern Iowa. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast, swim in the indoor pool, or work out in the 24-hour gym. Previous visitors praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Comm, Mobil Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Comm Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Cedar Falls is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG. Palmer's Family Fun is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterloo Center for the Arts and Lost Island Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at UNI-Dome or Young Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Cedar Falls travel guide
Map
1614 Technology Pkwy, St Hwy 58/hudson Rd & St Rt 20, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613

What's nearby

  • University of Northern Iowa
    University of Northern Iowa
    4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Falls Aquatic Center
    4 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center
    5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • UNI-Dome
    5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • McLeod Center
    5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Culver's
    4 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Hotel near UNI-Dome
Located close to University of Northern Iowa and College Square Mall, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 66 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG located?

Situated in Cedar Falls, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of UNI-Dome, University of Northern Iowa, and College Square Mall. Big Woods Lake Recreation Area and Palmer's Family Fun are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 524 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, clean rooms, friendly staff, and a great safe area to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has become our "go to" favorite when staying in the Cedar Falls area. Clean, comfortable rooms. Quiet. Safe area. Very friendly staff. A nice pool. Breakfast available in the mornings. Easy to find location not too far off of highway 20. Very close to gas stations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was quiet. Breakfast had lots of great choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlene.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and staff super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was large and comfortable. We appreciate the walk in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very kind and helpful staff at check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean rooms, staff were great! Stayed during storm, they could have done better moving snow in parking lot. Got stuck, but Guest Clerk come out and help push me out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean,.and quiet hotel. Also quick check in process
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was happy with my stay, breakfast was tasty, room was very clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good warm breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for our needs including close to the sporting venue, a couple of restaurants and good location for shopping to get anything forgotten.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Better than their sister property next door!

Extremely clean, quiet, comfortable stay. Standard continental breakfast. Friendly hard working staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, quiet hotel. Friendly staff. Easy free parking. Conveniently located off a main road. Breakfast available in the morning. Okay choices. Close to the University of Northern Iowa. My go to choice when staying in Cedar Falls.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G

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

Good place to stay

I only needed a one night stay because of the storms. I felt safe and secure in this hotel. It is very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close to downtown which is lovely with good food and drink. Very clean area.
Cindy Lou’s off University. 2.3 miles from Hotel
Iowa River walk 15 mins from hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! With sports teams staying same nights as is, the staff was on top of keeping breakfast stocked and tables cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Iowa Nice

We stayed at the Holiday Inn & Suites based on it's beautiful pool and location to UNI and Main Street Cedar Falls. The hotel has comfortable beds, is updated, and in a great location to access Cedar Falls activities. We were expecially pleased with the friendliness of the staff...they certainly were "Iowa nice"!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Great basic hotel

This hotel met our needs very well. The service at check-in was great! Room was clean and spacious. I had to go to bed very early to get up and get on the road by 3AM and heard very little noise from the hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved the room

Bed was comfortable and clean Breakfast was good First initial impression with desk staff...not so much
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

SHA-LAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately my check in was delayed over an hour due to limited housekeeping and my room not being ready. In addition, neither the iron or the microwave worked properly. However the staff (namely Michelle), despite being overworked, was extremely gracious and helpful. Because of that, I still considered my stay a good one.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023