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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Young Arena

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Free daily continental breakfast
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
BBQ/picnic area
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls offers a convenient location near Young Arena and College Square Mall. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, in-room WiFi, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (1 Bedroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3052 Marnie Avenue, Waterloo, IA, 50701

What's nearby

  • Young Arena - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • University of Northern Iowa - 8 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Lost Island Waterpark - 8 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Isle Casino Waterloo - 9 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

Hotel near Young Arena
Located close to Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and College Square Mall, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • A vending machine and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 54 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

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
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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 200 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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
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 accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 200 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Hotel Waterloo
Howard Johnson Waterloo Hotel
Howard Johnson Waterloo
Howard Johnson Inn Waterloo/Cedar Falls Waterloo
Howard Johnson Waterloo/Cedar Falls Waterloo
Howard Johnson Waterloo/Cedar Falls
Howard Johnson Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Hotel Waterloo
Howard Johnson Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Hotel
Howard Johnson Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Waterloo
Howard Johnson Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls
Howard Johnson Inn Waterloo/Cedar Falls
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Waterloo
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Hotel Waterloo

Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 200 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 Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Young Arena, Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, and College Square Mall. Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center and Lost Island Waterpark are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 730 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 730 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 730 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 730 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 730 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nordell

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff at the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms are old, but clean, we can hear our neighbours. It was okay for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pool area was to hot in temperature to enjoy. Could barely breath in The room. Room was dated, need refreshed. Sleeper sofa was damaged staff was friendly and helpful.good quiet location. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alongside main road/highway, yet far enough away that it's quiet, with no noise of traffic. Very convenient that a restaurant is literally right next door to hotel, such that you can walk there, without having to cross any roads. Easy check in/out with helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we entered this property it reeked of weed, from a staff member. The room and hotel felt wet. Our room smelled a the toliet constantly ran and through the night leaked all over the floor. The sink wouldn’t drain everything from our clothes to the sheets smelled and felt wet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

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

Good Price, good service, stop in a stay.

Great place to stay for a quick trip getting around town. The staff was nice, rooms were good. The price was affordable. I recommend staying with them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

AL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was given the wrong room and then given a room with someone else in it who was nude upon entry the property is a terrible run down dump
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was disappointed that I didn't get a refund for the Monday night stay that I didn't use as my husband was released from the hospital a day early from heart surgery. There was no way of knowing that in advance and being able to give a 24 hour notice to cancel my reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bev

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very poor conditions - hidden - felt very unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good value

the hotel was close to the interstate and price was reasonable. The diner near the parking was very good. The room was comfortable but there were stains on the carpet, the bedspread and the couch. The hotel could use some updating and there is no elevator, which I had not known prior to reserving. Breakfast was meh. It was okay for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetra

Liked: Staff & service
Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erica

Disliked: Staff & service
We checked in after 3:00 and some of the rooms were not available for other guests. The up keep around the hotel needed a lot of work. The hotel smelled like marijuana and we were told there was a no pet policy. Upon going to our room a cat was seen in the room next to us and upon entering our room our room smelled of cats. The room was clean but the smell was horrible. We heard dogs bark all night long.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Easy check in. Close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tomesa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The pictures must have been edited because this place was nothing shown on the site. The pool was locked and the front desk cleark didnt have a key to open it. We checked in and went to the roon and the beds were worn down, and the room was outdated. We asked to get our money back because we were going to stay somewhere else only to be told that they dont have a refund policy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was some maintenance of the facility that was lacking. The staff was excellent and very helpful. Thank you for your great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, breakfast more than expected, clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tazhanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, perfect for a quick place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed a couple of times and for the price you can't beat it and you get breakfast too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very freindly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megin

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

Nice place

This was a nice place to stay. It was clean, the staff was helpful with directions around the city, the breakfast was average. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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